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Linda Scannell Obituary
Retired software engineer
Mitre Corporation
LOWELL -- Linda C. Scannell, 67, a lifelong resident of the Belvidere section of the City, died Monday September 8, 2014, at Tufts New England Medical Center after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, February 24, 1947, the daughter of the late Dr. Robert J. and the late Rosamond R. (Robinson) Scannell, she attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of Rogers Hall in the Class of 1965.
Linda went on to receive her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Simmons College in 1969. She was later awarded a Masters of Computer Science in 1976 from Boston University.
A software Engineer with the Mitre Corporation in Bedford, she recently retired after 44 years of service to the company. During her time at Mitre, Linda was also a multi system engineer who worked on the Y2K, AWACS & Joint Stars Programs.
She was a member of the Society for Women Engineers, the Friends of the Pollard Memorial Library, the Immaculate Conception Women's Guild and was a past Treasurer and Board member of the former Rogers Hall in Lowell.
A master bridge player, Linda was a loyal Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots fan. However her greatest passion was time spent with her family, especially her nieces, nephews, grandniece and grandnephew.
Linda is survived by three sisters Glenna P. Scannell of Lowell, Cindy M. McNamee and her husband Jack of Andover and Claire T. Davis and her husband Charles; a brother Robert J. Scannell, Jr. and his wife Sheryl of Lowell; her two nieces Nancy R. McNamee and Kerryn M. McNamee both of Andover; her nephew Atty. Timothy R. Scannell and his wife Caitlin of Canton, CT; a grandniece Briar Rose Scannell and a grandnephew Kingstan P. Scannell both of Canton, CT; and many dear extended family and friends, including longtime childhood friends Gail & Jim Turi.
She was also the sister of the late Nancy E. Scannell.
SCANNELL -- In Boston, September 8, 2014, at Tufts, Linda C. Scannell, 67, of Lowell. Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET ST. at Fletcher from
4 to 7 P.M. Friday. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass to be celebrated Saturday morning at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH
(Lowell Church) at 9:30 A.M. Burial in St.
Mary Cemetery, North Tewksbury.
E-condolences/directions at odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing
may make contributions in her memory to the Immaculate Conception Church Bldg. Fund,
3 Fayette St., Lowell, MA 01852. Arrangements by Funeral Directors James F. O'Donnell, Jr. and John W. Crane (978 or 866) 458-8768.
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Memories and Condolences
for Linda Scannell
Eli Levi
September 20, 2014
Linda was always a good friend and I will miss her.
Cathy Begg Imboden
September 15, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Glenna
Barbara Begg Turriff
September 14, 2014
My sincerest sympathies to the Scannell family during this very difficult time. Linda was a classmate and I have many fond memories of our years spent at Rogers Hall. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judith Smiley
September 13, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you Glenna and your family in the loss of your beloved sister Linda.
September 12, 2014
On behalf of the Friends of the Library, I want to express our condolences to Linda's family. We are very grateful for all of the time and thoughtful help Linda gave us during the time she served on our Executive Board. We will miss her professionalism that was always accompanied by graciousness and humility. - Amy Woo
Frank and Patti Keilty
September 12, 2014
Bob & sheryl, Glenna and Cindy, so sorry to read about Linda's passing
September 12, 2014
Sincere sympathy. Linda was a caring friend since we played as children in Belvidere, she will be missed. Mary Ellen Fitzpatrick
Dick Kenney
September 11, 2014
To all of Linda's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was just talking about her with some Moody graduates last weekend. I remember racing with Linda to complete math assignments at Moody, and talking with her for HOURS on the phone! I last saw her about 20 years ago at an informal Moody reunion of all of us still living in our parent's homes in Belvidere! My thoughts are with Glenna, Claire, Bob and all her family
Martha and Frank Balas
September 11, 2014
We have wonderful memories of Linda and the rest of the Scannell family as we enjoyed our years on Holyrood. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandy Creamer
September 11, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She loved her family so much. It is a great loss. With deepest sympathy.
Margie Mello
September 11, 2014
So very sorry to learn of your loss. May the wonderful memories of days gone by.. help you through this sad time
With Deepest Sympathy
Dennis Scannell
September 11, 2014
We are all so sad to hear the news today of Linda s passing. She was a wonderful person. Her family helped so many people in the greater Lowell area for generations. Their satisfaction often came with a hug and a smile from so many people that loved them dearly. Linda will be missed by all. She now joins Mom, Dad and Nancy but they all will be in our thoughts forever. The Scannell Family lost a great person. Dennis Scannell Lowell Massachusetts
September 11, 2014
Glenna and family.We are very sorry to hear about Linda.She is at peace with the angels.
Love cca family
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