SCHENECTADY – Linda M. Reed, 73, of Schenectady, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the Baptist Health Center in Scotia. Linda was born in Albany, the daughter of the late Lester Morton St. Clair and Louise M. Welch St. Clair. She was employed by the former Hallmark Nursing Home in Schenectady, and was also an advocate for those in need. Linda was a caring woman with a strong voice. She loved her children dearly and always placed their needs before hers. Linda was also a playful soul who loved music and dancing, was always up for a good laugh, and loved to travel.
Linda is survived by her beloved partner of over 40 years, Bernard Frank Makowski of Schenectady; her children Mark S. Reed, Jr. (Audra) of Galway, Gary J. Reed (Melissa Ann) of Queensbury, and Lisa Ellen Pjontek (Bill) of Albany; her brother Floyd St. Clair (Lois) and sister Carol Stepien (Daniel) both of East Greenbush; her sister-in-law Doris St. Clair of Schroon; her grandchildren Savannah, Dylan, Shayna Reed, Garrett, Gabrielle, Nathan, Cameron Reed, and Donnan Paddock; her great grandson Patrick; and by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Friday at 12:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Click here to view Linda’s resting place in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna, NY.
Nate & Jan Russell
Our sincere sympathies go out to the family.
Lucy McPherson
Lisa,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mom.
May she rest in peace!
Lucy & Gary
Samantha & Lily-Rose Little & Nathan Snow
Our sincere condolences to the whole family
Mrs Linda Reed will forever be in your hearts and memories and watching over you all like a guardian angel
Love to you all and keep safe
AJ DeLucia
Lisa and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your mom’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort during these times.
Heidi M Sickler
Mark, Audra and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love and hugs to you all.
Heidi, Ed, and Heather
Brenda and Art Bullock and Doris St Clair
The passing of Aunt Linda is so sad, especially during these times when we were not able to visit her and give her a hug. I remember growing up and her being so much fun and the way she loved to laugh. We will miss her so much.
Lauri and Joe Wilson
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. Our deepest condolences go out for Mark, Gary, & Lisa and to all the family,