Thomaston – Linda M. Bond, 78, passed away on January 31, 2026, after courageously battling cancer for many years. She was the beloved wife of Wayne M. Bond for 41 years.

Linda was born in Waterbury on September 20, 1947, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Cimino) Spadola. She was a graduate of Quinnipiac University and worked for many years as a receptionist for Nonnewaug High School.

Linda had a special love of all dogs, especially her morkie, Stella. She enjoyed cooking and barbecuing for friends and family, and cherished quiet moments spent watching the blue birds and hummingbirds. Most of all, Linda was dedicated to her family, whom she loved beyond words.

Including her husband, Wayne, she leaves behind her children, Kristen Gillette, and her husband, Mark; Douglas Bond, and his wife, Amy; and Evan Bond; her grandchildren, Rebecca Lamoin, Kelly Maldonado, and her husband, Jonathon, Tyler Bond, and Julia Bond; her nieces, Carla Larocque, and Gina Vincenzi; and many close extended family members and friends.

She was predeceased by her siblings, Jane Serra and Joseph Spadola.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, February 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Lyons Funeral Home, 46 High Street, Thomaston. A funeral home service will be held at noon. Burial will be held at a later date.

To leave notes of comfort for Linda’s family, please visit her tribute page at www.lyonsfuneralhome.com.