IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Linda Joan

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Lacey

August 8, 1952 – March 21, 2026

Obituary

Linda Joan Lacey, age 73, of Wilmington, DE passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Born in Tampa, Florida, Linda was the daughter of the late Joan (Frazer) and William James Baughman. Linda grew up in Upper Darby, PA and graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1970and took some classes at Harcum Junior College. Shortly after graduating, she went on to work in the medical field in Philadelphia, PA. She eventually worked her way up to office manager at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and was an Office Manager for Dr. Cook at the University of Pennsylvania hospital.

Linda had many hobbies and passions in her life. The one that brought her the most joy was hosting Christmas Eve for her family. Linda loved animals and always enjoyed taking care of her daughter's cats. She also enjoyed shopping, one of her favorite stores was Bath and Body Works, and even worked there for a few years to be the first to get the new releases of candles!

In addition to her parents, Linda is predeceased by her brother Larry Baughman. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Heather Lacey (Jeff), and Dave Winchester (Sabrina); Grandchildren, Freya and Finn; and her brothers and their spouses, Glenn Baughman (Joan), Billy Baughman (Michelle), and Jeff Baughman (Rosemary).

Family and friends are invited to Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808 from 9:30A.M. to 10:30A.M. with services to begin at 10:30A.M. Burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Forgotten Cats in honor of one of her beloved cats, Bethany.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.

Funeral Services

Visitation

March
31

Mealey Funeral Home - Limestone

2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808

9:30 - 10:30 am

Funeral Ceremony

March
31

Mealey Funeral Home - Limestone

2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808

Starts at 10:30 am

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