Age 71, of West Portsmouth, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2014 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth. She was born on May 25, 1942 in Baltimore, Maryland to Maynard and Freda (Brady) Blake. Linda worked for many years as an Licensed Practical Nurse. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, fishing, and most of all visiting with her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband, Mike; three daughters, Denise Jenkins (Ray) of Lucasville, Benita Hethcoat (Joel) of Chicago, Traci Rowe (Steve) of Eubank, KY; one sister, Sharon Hebebrand of Delta, OH; six grandchildren, Anthony, Troy, Christopher, Jodi, Stevie, Walker; four great-grandchildren, Katie, Halie, Ashton, and Arianna. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be left at www.WolfeNelsonFuneralHome.com. WOLFE-NELSON FUNERAL HOME in Sciotoville is handling the arrangements.