Obituaries

Linda J. Herd

Linda J. Herd SUNAPEE — Linda J. Herd, 71, passed away at New London Hospital on Aug. 5, 2020. She was born on Oct. 28, 1948, in Mexico, Maine, to the late Victor and Evangeline (DesRoches) Bouthot. Linda grew up in Maine before meeting and marrying her husband of 45 years, Bruce Herd. They spent 10 years in New Jersey before moving to Sunapee 35 years ago. Linda spent many years working at Mount Sunapee and at Sunapee State Beach. She also worked at Cricenti’s Market, Mascoma Bank and Newport Shaw’s. Linda was friendly and loved to talk to people. She and Bruce liked to travel, especially on river boats, taking trips to Europe and had made several trips to Hawaii particularly enjoying Kauai. She loved Maine and they spent many vacations in Old Orchard Beach. She enjoyed gardening, growing wonderful bleeding hearts and peonies. Most of all, Linda loved spending time with her granddaughter. Linda was predeceased by her parents; brother, Jamie Bouthot; and sister, Marie Casey. Surviving family include her loving husband, Bruce Herd of Sunapee; son, Christopher Herd and wife Laura of Sunapee; granddaughter, Julia; and brother, Michael Bouthot of Maine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New London Hospital or Norris Cotton Cancer Center. The family wishes to thank Dr. Keisuke Shirai and his team, Norris Cotton Cancer Center and New London Hospital for their expertise and care. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Chadwick Funeral Service is assisting the family with arrangements.

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