Linda Sheehan, 76, Former Hale Hospital Nurse Assistant

linda_sheehanLinda Sheehan, 76, a lifelong resident of Haverhill, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25.

She was born Oct. 29, 1940, daughter of the late Arthur and Doris (Sheridan) Sheehan. Sheehan graduated from Haverhill High School, class of 1958. Following graduation, she began her life’s work of more than 40 years, as a nurse’s assistant at the Hale Hospital.  She enjoyed clowns, flowers, gardening and completing crossword puzzles.

She was the best friend and partner to Larry Wilson for more than three decades. Sheehan is also survived by several nieces and nephews of her extended family. She is predeceased by her two brothers, Richard and Russell Sheehan.

Visitation is Thursday, June 29, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 S. Main St., Haverhill. Contributions may be made in her memory to Emmaus, 150 How Street, Haverhill, MA 01830.