Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Gerard Joseph Cotter and survived by her mother Roberta O. ( Wisdom ) Cotter of Johnston.
Linda loved spending time in the kitchen, creating delicious meals for family and friends. She enjoyed being active in nature, relaxing on the beach and spending time with her grandson watching Veggietales.
Linda was the loving mother of Anthony R. Ruggieri of West Warwick, Elyse E. Keough and her husband Curran of North Providence and Brianna A. Hamilton (Ruggieri). She was the cherished “Grandma” of Noah Hamilton. Linda is also survived by her dear siblings, Paul P. Cotter and his husband Daniel of Pascoag and Michael J. Cotter and his wife Marsha of Johnston. Linda was pre deceased by her former husband and friend Richard Ruggieri. We can not forget her faithful companion Olivia.
Family and friends may call Saturday, November 13, 2021 from 10:30-12:00 pm in the Russell J. Boyle and Son Funeral Home, 142 Centerville Road, Warwick. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Greenwich.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda’s memory can be made The Autism Project to honor Linda’s love towards her grandson Noah at 1516 Atwood Avenue | Johnston, RI 02919, or to The https://theautismproject.org or Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of Linda’s daughter Janine at PO Box 22324 New York, NY 10087, www.lls.org.
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