Linda S. Bergeron, 69, of Massena

MASSENA, New York (WWNY) - Linda S. Bergeron, 69, of 7 Judith Street, peacefully passed away after courageously battling brain cancer, on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Linda was born on August 29, 1954 in Massena, daughter of the late Joe and Pauline (Rafter) Scvarzkopf. She was a 1972 graduate of Massena Central School. She married Thomas L. Bergeron on March 17, 1973 at the First United Methodist Church in Massena. Thomas predeceased her on February 5, 2007.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church, the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile and was a volunteer at the Nicandri Nature Center. She was a homemaker who took great pride in raising her family. She also worked as a secretary in the Massena Central School bus garage, as a clerk at Kinney’s on North Main Street and at Pearle Vision.

Linda is survived by her son Mark (Bridget) Bergeron of Massena; her grandchildren Adyson and Averie; her childhood friend Gail Benson and neighbors Mike and Joan DeRosie.

She was predeceased by her parents Joe and Pauline, and her husband Thomas.

Friends may call at the Donaldson Funeral Home Tuesday, from 11AM to 1PM where a funeral service will be held at 1PM with Rev. Judy VanKennan officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery Area 2, Cook Street.

Donations may be made in Linda’s memory to the North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Massena, or the Center for Cancer Care at Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Potsdam, NY

Linda’s family extends their deepest appreciation to the caring and professional staff of both the North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and the Center for Cancer Care at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of the Donaldson Funeral Home where friends and family are encouraged to share memories and condolences online at www.donaldsonfh.com.