Linda S. Westrich

Linda S. Westrich obituary, Cincinnati, OH

Linda S. Westrich

Linda Westrich Obituary

Visit the Dalbert, Woodruff & Isenogle Funeral Home - Cincinnati website to view the full obituary.

Linda Westrich, a beloved member of the Cincinnati community, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born on January 5, 1948, in Cincinnati, where she would spend her life dedicated to her family and her work.

Linda leaves behind her cherished daughter, Tracy O'Shea, and her son-in-law Dennis O'Shea. She was the "other mother" to David F. Westrich, Jr. and Terri Bodker.  She was a proud grandmother to Jody O'Shea and to her grandchildren, Carl and Erica Bodker, David Westrich III, and Dustin W. Westrich. Linda’s heart was further filled with joy at the arrival of her great-grandchilren Lexi and Maci O'Shea and Brendan David Westrich. She shared a special bond with her goddaughter, Carol Sue Potts, and held dear friendships, including that with GinGin Huber.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, David F. Westrich, Sr., as well as her parents, Fanny J. Earls (née Hollandsworth) and Jerry Earls.

Linda's memory will be honored during visitation and funeral services to be held at Dalbert, Woodruff & Isenogle Funeral Home located at 2880 Boudinot Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238. Visitation will take place on March 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by the funeral service from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

In this time of sorrow, Linda's legacy of love, dedication, and community service will continue to resonate within the hearts of those she touched throughout her life.

If so desired, memorial donations may be made to: Hospice of Cincinnati: Click Here to Donate or any charity of one's choice. 

Dalbert, Woodruff & Isenogle is proudly serving the family. 

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