During her childhood Linda excelled in Ballet and began learning the piano, a skill she would hone and become quite proficient in. She graduated from Belfast High School before attending Alfred State College where she became accomplished in typing and shorthand. She worked a myriad of jobs at employers such as: Motorola, Genesee Valley Nuclear Facility of West Valley, Fischer Price Toys, and Allegany County Health Department as an Administrative Assistant. Outside of work, she was an avid member of her community, wanting to help wherever she could, and was a member of both Belfast and Belmont’s American Legion Auxiliaries, Posts 1504 and 808 respectively.
She is survived by: a son, Troy Lawton of New Market, TN; a sister, Dawn Waldren of Glennville, GA; and a brother Michael (Caroline) Waldren of Yukon, OK. In addition to her parents, Phyllis and George Waldren, she was predeceased by two brothers: George Waldren III and William Waldren.
Following Linda’s wishes, a celebration of life is being planned for a later date. Please consider memorial donations to an animal shelter of the donor’s choice. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.
