Linda Kay Anderson passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at her home in Mansfield, OH. She was born in Mansfield, to the late Thomas C. and Lillie F. (Camak) Cantrell.
Linda dedicated many years of service to her community, working at the Reese’s Optical, R.R. Donnelley & Son in Willard, retiring from the Ohio Reformatory after thirty years of service and then at Mansfield Richland County Public Library, and New Beginnings. A hardworking and dedicated employee, she was honored with the Employee of the Year award in recognition of her commitment.
A woman of faith, Linda loved the Lord and attended Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, where she formerly sang in the choir. She enjoyed staying connected with former co-workers and participating in the NECIC Elder Program. Outgoing and personable, Linda cherished time spent with friends throughout the community and was loved by many. She had a passion for traveling and seeing the world, especially enjoying cruises and the adventures they brought.
Above all, Linda was devoted to her children and grandchildren. Family was always close to her heart, and she never let a day pass without calling to check in and see how everyone was doing. Her love, thoughtfulness, and dedication to those she held dear will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
She is survived by her daughter, Keisha (Anthony Smith) Anderson; stepchildren, Brian (Crystal) Chapman, Sr., Amy Chapman, and Robert Chapman, Jr.; siblings, Deloris Bond, David B. (Catherine) Cantrell, Gloria M. Cantrell, and John T. (Delois) Cantrell; grandchild, Elijah (Jasmine Jones) Eatmon; step grandchild, Jordan Slaughter; great grandson, Josiah Jones; and great grandson on the way, Elias Eatmon; special nieces, Elloree Deane, Sherita Blackburn, and Regina Lambright; and many beloved nieces, nephews, family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Sarah (Dewey) Hamner and Barbara (Joseph) Dungee; and brother-in-law, Leon Bond.
Friends and family are invited to visitation on Friday, November 13, 2026, from 10:00AM – 11:00AM at Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond Street, Mansfield, OH 44902. The funeral will follow at 11:00AM. She will be laid to rest in Mount Hope Cemetery, Shiloh.
Wappner Funeral Directors and Crematory-Mansfield is honored to serve the family.
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Funeral Home: Wappner Funeral Directors – Mansfield
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