Linda Lou Means, 86, of St. Albans, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 7, 2024, after a short illness.

Linda was born on December 29, 1937, in South Charleston, WV, to the late Chando and Mary Smith. She was also preceded in death by her youngest brother, Thomas Joseph Smith.

She loved traveling, spending time with her family, and listening to opera. She was also a master quilter and a lover of all animals.

Linda was previously employed by the Kanawha County Board of Education.

She is survived by her two daughters, Valerie Amick (Chris) of Bradenton, FL and Charlotte Haddad (Mitch) of Charleston, WV; grandchildren, David Kingsley Hoffman, III, Evan Taylor Amick (Brittany), Paige Kristin Hall (Michael); four great-grandchildren (plus one coming soon!); one brother, Glenn Smith (Jan); and several nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a celebration of Linda’s life at a later date.

Memories of Linda may be shared by visiting http://snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Snodgrass Funeral Home, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.