Linda A. Dellis

December 27, 1943 - January 23, 2015

Linda A. Dellis, age 71, of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Friday morning January 23, 2015 at Hospice of Dayton surrounded by friends. Linda was the secretary for the Director of Dayton Fire Department for 34 years. She was very proud of her work as Membership Chairman of American Legion Post #763 Women’s Auxiliary. She was honored for her many years of dedicated service in that area by a recognition ceremony last year. Linda volunteered in numerous areas to assist veterans and their families. She was preceded in death by her father, Lindo Dellis and mother, Vivian Leonard. Linda is survived by her sister, Marilyn; cousins, Minnie Tucker and Annie Jacobs (Mike Damico); numerous friends and her beloved cat, MRT. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at Dayton Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will follow at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Linda’s memory to Breast Cancer Association, Humane Society, or your favorite charity. Linda enjoyed travelling to Florida and any state, which was warm and had a beach or casino. All that knew Linda were aware of her great love for all animals and her support of local rescue groups. Linda will be remembered for giving of herself in so many ways, including helping her friends anytime they were in need and always being there for them whenever they asked or needed her. Reis Legacy Center Meyer-Boehmer Funeral Home, Centerville.