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Linda Tolley

1966 - 2026

Linda Tolley obituary, 1966-2026

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1966

DIED

2026

Linda Tolley Obituary

Linda Lou Tolley

Aug 26, 1966 - Mar 17, 2026

Willard

Linda Lou (Bottomlee) Tolley, 59, residing in Willard, passed away Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026, at UH Cleveland Medical Center after a sudden illness.

Linda was born August 26, 1966, in New London, to the late Paul and Adeline (Borer) Bottomlee.

Linda was employed as a laborer at Ventra for several years. In her free time, she found joy in painting and gardening, and cherished the companionship of her beloved dog, Bootsie. Linda had a strong faith in God and treasured the many memories she created while spending time with her family and friends.

Linda is survived by her husband, Larry "Roger" Tolley Jr., whom she married May 24, 2013. She is also survived by her daughter, Tracy (Steven) Summerland; stepdaughter, Heather (Jason) Zsebik; grandchildren, Amber, Hollie, and Ian Summerland and Alyssa and Mason Zsebik; sister, Emma Bottomlee; brothers, John (Becky) Bottomlee, Jim Bottomlee, and Joe (Jennifer) Bottomlee; mother-in-law, Zelma Tolley; brother-in-law, Jeff (Bonnie) Tolley; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Kacey Nichols; sisters, Faith and Karen Borer and Patti Woolledge; brothers, Carl and Ralph Borer; stepson, Chris Ackerman; and father-in-law, Larry R. Tolley Sr.

A Celebration of Life to honor Linda will be at a later date. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting family with arrangements.

Those wishing to honor Linda's memory may do so by making a contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, a cause she faithfully supported through her own generous donations.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Norwalk Reflector on Mar. 21, 2026.

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