Linda B Meade, 53, of Lititz, PA passed away on Wednesday September 6, 2023 due to complications from cancer treatment.
Born in Newark, New Jersey she was the daughter of Virginia Scheland and the late Joseph Scheland.
Linda was a true fighter. She overcame many obstacles in life, including beating cancer twice.
She was the kind of person who would leave herself with nothing to make sure the people around her were taken care of. Some would call her “a modern-day wonder woman.”
Linda is survived by her husband, Al Meade of Lititz, PA; Mother, Virginia Scheland of Pittson, PA; Sons, Angel Torruella of Allentown, PA and Roberto Torruella of Pittson, PA; Daughters, Alicia DeJesus of Bronx, NY and Linda Crimi (Lawrence Crimi III) of Mill Hall, PA; Siblings, Lisa Foster (Perry Foster) of Scranton, PA, Joseph Scheland of Pittson, PA; Five grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by a nephew, Joseph M. Scheland and her Father, Joseph J Scheland.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home to help defray burial costs.
The funeral will be Monday, September 18 with a Blessing Service at 11AM at the Vanston and James Funeral Home, 1401 Ash Street, Scranton, the Reverend William A. Mentz, presiding.
Family and friends may call from 9AM until the time of the Service.
Interment: Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.
Michael Hughes
My heartfelt condolences 🙏
Arnett Rochelle
Rest easy cousin and know that you are already missed Fly high with the angels. Until we meet again Love you
Colleen Agosto
My Thoughts,Prayers & Condolences To Linda’s family as well as friends. 🙏Rest Peacefully
Regina Beasley
Linda was 7 years younger than me I’m shocked by her death may she rest in peace say hello to my family up there cousin Regina
Regina Beasley
Rest in peace 🙏