Linda J. Knierim

AUSTINTOWN – Linda J. Knierim, 76, passed away Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.

Linda was born June 27, 1950, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Bernard and Bertha Krause Finucan.

She lived in the Youngstown area for many years before moving to North Port, Florida, where she resided for several years. Linda returned to the Mahoning Valley four years ago.

Linda graduated from Pittsburgh Beauty Institute and began her working career as a beautician. She later devoted many years to raising her four daughters and also worked in retail and as a private-duty caregiver.

Linda enjoyed gardening, sewing, crocheting and spending time in the kitchen, cooking and baking for those she loved. She also cherished the companionship of her dog, Molly. Most of all, Linda enjoyed spending time with her family and creating memories with her children and grandchildren.

Linda leaves to cherish her memory her four daughters, Joann (Frank) Gallagher of Canfield, Rebecca (Robert) Calve of Hudson, Barbara (Jonah) Flowers of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and Melissa (Daniel) Lozano of North Port, Florida; seven grandchildren, Jacob Kuszaj , Isabella (Daniel) Holland, Camryn Flowers, Emma Lozano, Garrett Calve, Preston Flowers and Joshua Lozano; her siblings, Carol, Barbara, Michael and Wilma; and many extended family members.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by four siblings, Joann, Timothy, Patricia and Bernard Jr.

A private celebration of Linda's life will be held at a later date.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Hospice of the Valley for the compassionate care and kindness shown to Linda and her family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown.