Linda Lou (Estep) Zappone

The most wonderful and loving woman, anyone could have ever known, our mom, Linda Lou Zappone (Estep), passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family in the early hours of  Tuesday July 19, 2016.  Linda was born, in Ameagle, West Virginia on April 12, 1944; she was one of thirteen children born to Gifford and Zelphia (Wilburn) Estep, who preceded her in death.  Linda was employed by the Springfield School system where she made many friends.

She always looked forward to spending time with her sisters and brothers.   Linda enjoyed special visits with her brother Bob whenever he would come in town, sharing countless hours shopping, revisiting old photos, and looking for garage sales, searching for those hidden treasures.  Her home was always open to all of her family and friends to feel welcome and share a good homemade meal.  Growing up with a large family, instilled strong family values, she passed on to her children.  Linda’s children were her world and she was excitedly awaiting the arrival of her first great grandchild.  Our mother loved us every day of her life and we will miss here every day of ours!

On August 11, 1962, Linda married Anthony Zappone, they were together until his death October 5, 2013.  Raising her three children, Anthony Jr., Mary and Lynn was the most important task in her life.  Linda was also preceded in death by her siblings; Mildred, Muriel, Melba, Judy, Harold, Sonny, Donald, Roger and Paul.  Linda is survived by children, Tony Zappone Jr., Mary (Doug) Patchin, Lynn Zappone, Michelle (Hamer) Estep "Shelly", whom she loved as a daughter, siblings: Bobby Estep of South Carolina, Peggy Butler of Toledo, Julie (Robert) Keeler of Michigan and Jean (Raliegh) Horn, of Toledo, grandchildren: Brittany (Bobby) Toedter, Nathan Hudson, James Taylor, Jaylyn Hamer, Angelina and Deanna Casiano, and countless nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Reeb Funeral Home, from 3-9:00 P.M. where services will held on Monday at 1:30 P.M.

Those wishing to give memorial contributions are asked to consider Kindred Hospice.

Online condolences may be offered at www.reebfuneralhome.com