Linda M. Fruecht, 76, of Lebanon, PA, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at home. She was the wife of the late Edward L. Fruecht.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA, on June 28, 1949, Linda was a daughter of the late Thomas and Marie (Kleer) Virtue. She was a custodian for the North Cornwall School District. She loved to sew, garden, and craft. She was extremely loving to everyone she knew.

She is survived by her son, Edward L. Fruecht III (Harley-Ed), husband of Meghan Schlegel; grandchildren, Justin and Eddie IV; brothers, Dan and Tom Virtue; sister, Mary Gurley; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda’s name can be made to the Humane Society of Lebanon County, 150 N. Ramona Road, Myerstown, PA 17067. Thompson Funeral Home Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.

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