Linda Tarcea

Linda Anne Tarcea passed away at home on Sunday January 4, 2026.  She was born 76 years ago to the late Carl & Lois (Watson) Burke.

One night back in 1970, Linda went to the Blenheim Hotel.  A bartender who had just returned from the Navy named Rick was working the bar and caught her eye.  The next year on October 30, 1971 Linda and Rick were married, beginning a life together that would span over 54 years.  She was the proud bonus Mom of John (Leona) McInnes and grandmother of Liam (Tegan) who live in Calgary.  She will be missed by many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who she cared about deeply.

Linda was a cat enthusiast and a talented photographer, capturing life’s special moments through a lens.  She also worked for a time in the office of the Blenheim District High School.

Visitation for Linda will be held at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Friday January 9^th from 11:00 – 1:00 followed by a service at 1:00 conducted by Pastor Bill Terris.  In keeping with her love of animals, donations to the Pet & Wildlife Rescue in Chatham would be appreciated by the family.