Russell, Massachusetts
Linda C. (James) Keating lived for 68 years alongside the people she loved. Born in Russell on May 18, 1947 to the late Felix and Louise (Fisk) James, Linda was gifted with an incomparable wit, compassion, and loyalty. A graduate of The MacDuffie School and Skidmore College, Linda carried her...
Read MoreLinda and I were good friends during our years as MacDuffie students She had a great sense of humor and Lorilee Houston, Jane Hanley and I had many fun times along the way. I had been in touch but had not seen her in years. So sorry she has passed. MacDuffie lost someone very special. Holly Lippmann Trevisan
Holly L Trevisan
April 25, 2025 | School
Linda and I were long-time colleagues at The MacDuffie School. We shared many funny moments, some tender ones and a few sad times, too. Her love for and pride in her daughters transcended everything else. She was a lovely, gracious, creative woman who possessed great intellect and wit. She was my friend, and I miss her.
Carole Bielizna
June 10, 2015 | Holyoke, MA
I will miss her. I'll miss her conversation, wit, and unique point of view.
Illtyd Fernandez
May 31, 2015 | Russell, MA
Linda had a pleasant and joyful effect in every interactions I had with her. The Theater Department at The MacDuffie School dedicated our Spring tour to her (which was held 5-21-15) and to continue to let her light shine.
Becky Beth Benedict
May 31, 2015 | CT
