Linda L. Sterner

Linda L. Sterner, 59, of Black Heath, passed away early Wednesday at home after her battle with cancer.

Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Jean Dalton Wood.

She was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School. She worked as a clerk at The Craft Haus on the Pottsville-Minersville Highway.

She was of the Protestant faith.

Linda was well known in the community, especially for many years working at Beer Shak and Craft Haus, where she got to know and enjoy many customers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Benjamin Wood.

She is survived by her husband, with whom she just celebrated her 40th anniversary, Edward M. Sterner; a son, Edward Jr. and wife, Kim, of Buck Run; a daughter, Jennifer Sterner, Pottsville; their beloved dog, Rocky. She also leaves behind five grandchildren who she loved dearly, Camron, Christopher, Aaliyah, Andrew and Deon; a sister, Laura Wood.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Donald J. Butler Funeral Home, 328 Sunbury St., Minersville. Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Private interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer remembrances of Linda be in the form of contributions to the family to honor Linda's wish. Contributions will be accepted by the funeral home. To offer condolences to the family or to light a candle in Linda's, visit us at www.donaldjbutlerfh.com.