DUBLIN, OH – Linda Jane Dascher Headley-Walker, 79, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2023 in Dublin, Ohio surrounded by her family. Born June 9th, 1944, in Albany, New York, Linda was the daughter of the late Fredrick L. Dascher, Jr. and Jane Seim Dascher. After Graduating from Guilderland High School in 1962, Linda attended SUNY Buffalo earning both a Bachelors and a Master of Science in Art Education. Over her 25+ year career as an educator her roles were varied, from classroom instructor at Schenectady County Community College to Associate Dean of Regents College within the New York State Education Department. She served as president of the Continuing Education Association and later as an influential administrator for the NYS GED testing program where she received national recognition for her innovative work. Linda was a pioneer in distance learning and a staunch advocate for continuing education for adults.
Upon retiring, she moved to Bonita Springs, Florida where she became a skilled quilter and volunteered at the Bonita Springs Historical Society. Linda, one of the original soccer moms will be remembered for her artistic abilities and passion for art, her dedication to civil service and lifelong learning, her love of dogs, college football Saturdays, rock n roll, decorating and cooking with friends. She was committed to her family, loved sailing and being on the water and had an incredible smile and a sense of humor.
Linda is survived by her son, Brett Walker (Susan) and grandchildren Ethan and Eliza Walker of Marshfield, Massachusetts, her daughter Lori Walker-Hock (Chris Hock) of Delaware, Ohio, her sister Sharen Dascher Dombrowski of Albany, NY and an extensive group of cousins, nieces, and nephews whom she loved. Per Linda’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Memorial donations may be made to your local Hospice or Alzheimer’s organization in her memory. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Todd Dombrowski
I remember skiing with you at Stratton with Uncle Andy and making homemade pasta for dinner at your condo. You surely taught me and helped me grow into the adult I am now. We did listen to Jimmy Buffett a lot! I hope you are “Havana Daydreaming” for eternity. Love you always, Chuck.
Joseph Roberts
Lori, you have my deepest sympathy! I am tremendously saddened for your loss. The memory of your Mother will give you comfort, and her legacy live through you all! Even though I did not have the pleasure of knowing your mom, I am sure she was a special person because she raised an amazing coach, teacher, mentor, and friend.
God bless and very respectfully,
Emily Sparkman
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mama Walks. I always looked forward to seeing her when she would come visit us at Ohio State. She loved hard and was always smiling and making everyone around her laugh! I appreciated the fact that she would still come to visit and support Lori as a coach and she treated all of us players as her own! She was a joy to be around. Hugs to the entire Walker family during this time!
Carol Lynn Frakes Zwicklbauer
She always had that great smile for everyone! I will remember her fondly from our high school years.
Mark Rukwid
My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Jen Silvers
Lori and family,
I’m so incredibly sorry for this tremendous loss to your family. Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers.
Emily (Thorpe) Sweeney
So sorry for your loss, Lori. I remember playing in New York and your mom coming to cheer us on. Prayers for you and your family.
Pete LaRosa
Lori and Brett we are very sorry for your loss. Mom was a Wonderful person and a Great Lady. May she Rest In Peace.
FJ Zwicklbauer
Thoughts and prayers for all of you. Wonderful memories of your soccer mom!
Sandra Wisniewski
So very sorry for your loss, Linda was a special person who lit up a room with her wonderful smile. I will hold my high school memories dear and remember her fondly