Obituary of Linda Jane Hobbs (née Shoebottom)

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her residence on Friday, May 29, 2015, in her 73rd year. Beloved wife and best friend of Barry for 56 years. Loving mother of Catherine Dover, Shelly (Rob) Farquharson, Sherry (Mark) McMurray and Tom (Zoe). Cherished grandma and Nana to Andrew and Tom McMurray, Cailey and James Dover, Laura and Michael Farquharson, and Toren, Imogen and Anwyn Hobbs. Dear sister of Barbara Westman (Harvey). Linda will be fondly remembered by nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by parents Austin and Marjorie Shoebottom, brother Tommy, and grandson Ian. Linda loved her 40+ year career as a medical secretary in London and the friendships she made. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the memorial service will be conducted on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Drs. Cathy Faulds and Christen Shoesmith, nurses Joy and Becky, and homecare providers Sheila, Julie, Lori and Elaine. Memorial donations to the ALS Society would be appreciated by the family.