Linda Lou Tolley

Linda Lou Tolley obituary, Willard, OH

Linda Lou Tolley

Linda Tolley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory - Sandusky Chapel on Mar. 19, 2026.
Linda Lou (Bottomlee) Tolley, 59, residing in Willard, passed away Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026 at UH Cleveland Medical Center after a sudden illness.

Linda was born on August 26, 1966 in New London, OH to the late Paul and Adeline (Borer) Bottomlee.

Linda was employed as a laborer at Ventra for several years. In her free time, she found joy in painting and gardening, and cherished the companionship of her beloved dog, Bootsie. Linda had a strong faith in God and treasured the many memories she created while spending time with her family and friends.

Linda is survived by her husband, Larry "Roger" Tolley Jr., whom she married on May 24, 2013. She is also survived by her daughter, Tracy (Steven) Summerland; stepdaughter, Heather (Jason) Zsebik; grandchildren, Amber, Hollie, and Ian Summerland & Alyssa and Mason Zsebik; sister, Emma Bottomlee; brothers, John (Becky) Bottomlee, Jim Bottomlee, and Joe (Jennifer) Bottomlee; mother-in-law, Zelma Tolley; brother-in-law, Jeff (Bonnie) Tolley; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Kacey Nichols; sisters, Faith and Karen Borer and Patti Woolledge; brothers, Carl and Ralph Borer; stepson, Chris Ackerman; and father-in-law, Larry R. Tolley Sr.

A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Linda at a later date. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.

Those wishing to honor Linda's memory may do so by making a contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, a cause she faithfully supported through her own generous donations.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.

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