Linda Louise (DeMello) Treadwell
August 27, 1941 - September 13, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Louise (DeMello) Treadwell on September 13, 2023. She was comforted by the presence of her loved ones in the days before her passing. Her joyful laughter and fun sense of humor will truly be missed.

Linda was born in Scotia to Evelyn (Deniz) and Louis DeMello. She was raised on a dairy farm in Ferndale until the flood of 1955 destroyed their home. At age 14 she and her family moved to Rio Dell.

Linda was a lifelong learner. After graduating from Fortuna Union High School, she graduated from Santa Rosa Junior College with an associate degree as a registered nurse. Linda continued her education at Humbolt State University earning a Bachelor of Science in nursing in 1979, followed by a Bachelor of Arts in French in 1980. Linda was known by friends to be a gifted writer with an excellent command of grammar.

In 1970 Linda married Robert (Bob) Treadwell, MD and they moved to Scotia, where they remained until 1984 when Bob retired from his practice from the Pacific Lumber Company, and they moved to Fortuna. Linda and Bob loved to travel, visiting Hong Kong, China, England and France, where she put her French language skills to effective use. They also traveled locally within California to visit family. After retiring, Linda continued pursuing her love of travel, although sadly her husband had passed away. After his passing she traveled with her sister, Denise, to Portugal and Mexico.

Linda loved entertaining, creating simple, yet elegant table settings and cooking fabulous meals. She made each guest feel special and welcome.

Linda enjoyed a nursing career that spanned over 40 years, working at the Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, the Redwood Memorial Hospital in Fortuna, and the Humbolt County Public Health Department, where she retired as a nursing supervisor in 2003. She gained a reputation of being a devoted advocate for the children and families that she visited. The friendships she developed during her career lasted well beyond her retirement. She and her friends met regularly for lunches, dinners, and games of Scrabble.

Linda was predeceased by her parents, Evelyn (Deniz), and Louis DeMello; her husband, Robert; brother, Louis; sister, Denise; and niece, Nicole. She is survived by her brother, Greg; stepchildren, Kevin, Todd (and wife, Cindy), Kim, and Karen (and husband, Jay); nephews, Robert, Nick, and Louis; nieces, April and Rachel; and grandchildren, Sarah, Ian, Melissa, Amee, and Katie.

Friends and family are invited to gather in celebration of her life at her home: 1002 Holly Lane in Fortuna on October 22 at 1 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring memories and photos to share.

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