Linda Rae Roth's Obituary
Linda Rae Roth, 78, of New Haven, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Lynne and Peggy (Blair) Leavel. She was a member of Paulding United Methodist Church, Ohio. Linda retired from BF Goodrich after 35 years. Linda enjoyed reading, shopping, and gardening.
She is survived by her daughters, Wendy (Randy Ankney) Groves and Amy Jackson; grandchildren, Dillon Dickess, Brooke Ankney, and Drake Ankney; and great grandchildren, Scarlett Dickess and Cade Dobbelaere. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Janet Haas.
Memorial service is 3 pm Friday, August 22, 2025, at Harper's Community Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Haven with visitation two hours prior (1 to 3pm). Preferred memorials to Fort Wayne Pitbull Coalition. To share online condolences, go to www.harperfuneralhome.com
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