UPDATE AND NEW REQUEST FROM LINDA'S FRIENDS:

First, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has already donated. Your kindness means so much during this challenging time. For those still feeling the loss of our dear friend and looking for a way to help, we truly appreciate your support.

As we navigate the complexities of managing Linda’s estate, it’s become clear that the upfront costs are mounting. We’re facing necessary expenses for funeral and burial costs, mortgage and property tax payments, court costs for probate and guardianship, the Title V inspection required to list the home, and essential repairs and utilities to maintain the home in sellable condition—all while we won’t see any funds until the home sells. This sale is the only source of money for the estate, making it all the more urgent to address these costs.

With special needs children in the picture, the challenges are even greater. We’re facing a pressing and critical need to cover these costs.

If you can, consider skipping your coffee today or packing a lunch instead of eating out—every little bit helps! Even a small donation can make a difference in covering an electric or water bill while we manage the mortgage and property taxes coming due.

If anyone has navigated a similar situation, please share any tips or advice you learned along the way. Your financial and emotional support means so much during this tough time. Thank you. #EstateChallenges #SupportNeeded #Understanding

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Linda Foley was a beautiful, giving, loving soul taken much too soon! Her death leaves big holes in the autism community, her colleagues and friends at Zeiss where she was "more like a life coach than a boss," those she met in her Andover community and all the places where she demonstrated generosity and compassion. There are too many too count.

Linda's spirit lives on in her two children, and they need support. Her son has profound autism, and her young adult daughter is just beginning her life without her Mom's guidance. Right now, legal fees and the usual estate and property maintenance and related expenses (taxes, utilities, vehicles, etc), as well as numerous hospital bills, are mounting.

So many have been reaching out to find out how they can honor Linda's legacy of generosity. This is an important way. Every donation is so appreciated. Feel free to leave a message with your donation for Linda's children; they will be comforted by your words!