Linda M. Bechtold

1949 - 2026

Linda M. Bechtold, 76, formerly of Wilkinsburg and Swissvale (which she greatly preferred over North Huntingdon), passed away on Jan. 8, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 21, 1949, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Robert Moran Sr. and Mary Alder Moran. Linda graduated from Wilkinsburg High School in the Class of 1967. She made many memories during this time with her "Burg Buddies." Linda went on to fulfill a career as a beautician with Coiffures 700 Salon in Wilkinsburg before settling into her role as a homemaker. Linda was very artistic. She enjoyed card-making, crocheting, and painting. She loved fashion, gardening, and watching the QVC channel. Linda took pride in her Irish heritage and even had an Irish tattoo. She was a great cook and was known for her delicious meatloaf. Most of all, Linda cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She could always be found at their sporting events, where she was affectionately known by everyone as "Nay-Nay." In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, Edward "Butch" Bechtold (who was also her seventh-grade sweetheart), and one sister, Mary O'Leary (husband Robert). She is survived by two daughters, Amy Hileman (husband Michael) and Kristy Champion (Jason Cheripka); one brother, Robert Moran Jr. (wife Annie); one sister, Donna Breitkreutz (late husband Robert); and grandchildren, Brennan, Ryan, Karsyn, and Reegan. Friends will be received from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Pittsburgh. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com