Linda Brand, age 69, passed away on June 8, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Coldwater, Michigan, to the late Richard Bliss and Etola Boullion.

Linda proudly served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany, traveling extensively throughout her service time.

She was a devoted caretaker for her family and was known for her helpful, supportive nature and her gift for being a peacemaker. She will be remembered as a loving mom and nana whose kindness touched everyone around her.

Linda is survived by her husband of 27 years, Joe Brand; her children, Nicole (Jason) Headlee, Jennifer (Jeremy) Stockert, Felicia Baker, Jacob (Jessica) Baker, and Bryan Baker; 22 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; and two sisters, Laurie Billman and Cindy French.

She was also preceded in death by three brothers.

Service is 1:00 pm, Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St., with calling two hours prior, beginning at 11:00 am. Burial at Marion National Cemetery in Marion, IN. Memorials may be made to the family I/C of Nicole Headlee