About Linda

Life & Family

Linda was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and lived there for 52 years, where she built a fulfilling career in the medical field, focusing on office and practice management. After retiring, Linda moved to Virginia to be closer to her family and enjoy a quieter pace of life, especially to spend more time with her two beloved grandchildren, Stanley and Clare.

In Virginia, Linda continued her lifelong commitment to helping others, working for nine years at the Virginia Breast Center. There, she supported breast cancer patients and worked closely with women to promote breast health. Her compassionate care and dedication made a real difference in the lives of many, and she became a trusted member of the healthcare community.

Linda’s deepest desire is to be there for her grandchildren in the same way her parents were there for her children—offering love, wisdom, and guidance as they grow. She dreams of attending their school events, being part of their special milestones, and sharing the joys of family life with them.

A devout Catholic, Linda was a long-time supporter of the Shrine of St. Joseph in New Jersey, where she was actively involved in her church community. Even after moving to Virginia, she has remained steadfast in her faith, attending Mass via Zoom to stay connected with her spiritual roots.

Now, Linda is seeking a kidney donor to help her regain her health and be there for her family. With your support, she hopes to have more time to create lasting memories with Stanley and Clare, continuing to be the loving, supportive grandmother she’s always dreamed of being.

Learn More

Visit the VCU Hume-Lee Transplant Center website on Living Kidney Donation to learn more about being a living kidney donor.

Become a Donor

Becoming a living kidney donor is one of the most profound ways to save a life. For individuals with kidney failure, a transplant form a living donor often offers the best chance at a healthier and longer life.

Share Linda’s Story

Helping doesn’t necessarily mean donating a kidney. You may be unable to donate, but you can help by spreading Linda’s story. Share this site with friends and family. Someone may hear it and make the selfless decision to donate.

Over the years, I have realised that to be human is to be all the people in the Good Samaritan story: we are the person who needs help, we are the people who don’t help, and we are – or can be – the person who, once in a while, is able to overcome their self-centredness to do something that is truly for the benefit of another.

Penny Lane

It’s not everyday you can save somebody’s life you know. And if you can do that, that says a lot for you personally.

James Nixon