Linda Ann Stella, born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, on October 27, 1944, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024, in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. She was a cherished daughter of the late Charles Lawrence Lombardi and Stella Partyka Lombardi. Linda was predeceased by her father in June 1967 and her mother in March 2009. Linda was married to Joseph Benjamin Stella for 25 years. Together, they raised their family in Amherst, NH.
Linda is survived by her loving sons, Michael Charles Stella and his wife Michele Ramsey, and David Benjamin Stella and his husband Stephen DiGiacomo; her dear granddaughter, Audrey Cuddire; and her beloved sister, Helen Lombardi. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
Linda dedicated her life to her faith and community. For 13 years, she served as a song leader and cantor at St. Stanislaus Church in Nashua, NH. She furthered her devotion as a song leader for 15 years at Maria’s House of Prayer – Presentation of Mary Academy in Hudson, NH, and as a cantor and choir director for 5 years at Saint Louis de Gonzague’s Roman Catholic Church in Nashua, NH.
A professional vocalist, Linda graced countless weddings and funerals across New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine with her beautiful voice. She was also an accomplished author, having written “Demons In The Dust” and “A Reason Or A Season.”
Linda was an active member of the Nashua Rotary Club, where she forged many lasting friendships and contributed to the betterment of her community.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church, 62 Manchester St., Nashua, NH, Saturday, July 27th at 10 a.m.. Following the service, Linda will be laid to rest at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, 32 Pinehill Ave. in Nashua.
A funeral reception will be held at Pizzico Ristorante, 7 Harold Drive in Nashua, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. In celebration of Linda’s vibrant spirit, a round of Cosmopolitan martinis, her favorite drink, will be shared in her honor. All are welcome to join and celebrate Linda’s life.
Linda’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude for the love and support shown during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, colorful balloons may be brought to honor Linda’s vibrant spirit.
Linda’s legacy of faith, family, and music will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her. May she rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.
To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.
