Linda Jean Ordway, 74, of Ridge Manor, Florida passed away on March 1, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1949, in Paterson, New Jersey to William and Jean Johnson.

She grew up with her sister: Gail Knauer. She married her late husband, Dana Ordway, on June 1, 1991, in Sweden Valley, Pennsylvania and they enjoyed 14 beautiful years together. She was a graduate of Coudersport High School in Pennsylvania. She went on to work for Pure Carbon in Coudersport, Pennsylvania, and then to work with her husband. They worked well together in painting and pressure washing.

Linda was an excellent painter. She cared about environmental conservation. Linda enjoyed outdoor work, playing cards, and games with her friends.  She was a volunteer at the Ridge Manor Community Center and Crime Watch.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Dana Ordway and nephew: Douglas.

Linda is survived by her children: William “Jody” Ordway (Maureen) of Bath, NY, Jennifer Manhart (Shawn) of Virginia Beach, VA, Crystal Pettigrew (Nick) of Front Royal, VA; Grandchildren: Dalton, Aleah, Travis, Samantha, Devin, Brady, Avonlea, Nickayla, and Nicholas; Great-grandchildren: Jay, Charlotte, and Mila; Sibling: Gail Knauer of Austin, PA; Neice: Katherine Avill; and her beloved cat: Feather.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Ridge Manor Community Center. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in honor of Linda to Ridge Manor Community Center or Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.