AUGUSTA – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother Linda L. Ames on March 26, 2024 at Maine General in Augusta. She was 78. Born in Washington, Maine on Nov. 2, 1945, Linda was a beloved daughter of the late Louise (Lincoln) and George Ames, Sr.

After attending Ricca College, she dedicated her life to raising her children. Linda was a talented baker, friends and family always looked forward to her homemade donuts and fudge.

Linda is survived by her three children, son, Daniel Ames and daughter-in-law Monique Gilbert of Gardiner, daughter Tina Veilleux and husband Ronald of Augusta, and daughter Tania Patterson and husband Keith of Chelsea; her grandchildren, Sarah Sinclair and husband James, Jessica Reeve and husband Tyler, and Benjamin Ames; her great grandchildren, Autumn Veilleux, Jacob Sinclair and Grace Sinclair.

She was predeceased by her siblings, Marjorie Goff, Anita Curtis, Benjamin Ames, Robert Ames, and George Ames Jr.

“She was a mother so very rare, content in her home and always there. On Earth she toiled, in Heaven she rests, God bless you mother you were one of the best.”

A period of visitation will be held on Friday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at a later date.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Linda’s name may be made to:

Maine Children’s Home

93 Silver St.

Waterville, ME 04901

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