Linda M. Gilliland

Linda M. Gilliland obituary

Linda M. Gilliland

Linda Gilliland Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rose & Hughes Funeral Home on Dec. 3, 2025.
Linda M. Gilliland, 78, of Amsterdam, NY passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025 at River Ridge Living Center. Born in Troy, NY on October 31, 1947 she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Marie LaWare Parnell.

A lifelong area resident, Linda worked hard all of her life and retired from The Noteworthy Company.

She was predeceased by her brothers Gary and Eddie.

Survivors include her sons, John Dorr and his wife Leigh and Fritz Dorr; and several grandchildren.

Services are private and at the convenience of the family.

Donations in Linda's memory may be made to the Montgomery County SPCA, 1232 NY-5s, Amsterdam, NY 12010.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rose & Hughes Funeral Home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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December 6, 2025

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December 6, 2025

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Esther Shaver

December 6, 2025

Rest in pace Linda

Jamie & Harry Ballard

December 6, 2025

Rest in peace Linda!

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