Linda Marie Mistretta, 76, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on March 5, 2023 at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo.  Born on October 19, 1946 in Hornell, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Nisbet) Bowers.

Linda was a 1964 graduate of LaSalle Sr. High School and after graduation, attended Cheryl Fell’s School of Business.  She was employed with the Health Association of Niagara County, and most recently worked at TNT Bus Service as a Driver until her retirement.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, connecting on social media with friends, and taking road trips to visit family members in Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Linda is survived by her daughters, Laurie LaRocque and Cassandra Vallee; her grandchildren, AnTony LaRocque, Lysette (Michael) Lauer, Kéra Vallee, Corinne Vallee, and Michael Cutlip; her great-grandchildren, Michael Lauer and Jaxon Lauer; her sister, Diane (late Guy) LaGamba, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was predeceased by her longtime partner, Wayne Tremblett, and is also survived by his children, Wendy and Kristen Tremblett.

Private funeral services and interment in Acacia Park Cemetery, North Tonawanda, NY, will be held at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.   Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.



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