Linda L. Hoghe, 76, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Antwerp, OH, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023. She was born to the late Roy and Fern (Stauffer) Benschneider in Paulding, OH on April 7, 1947. She graduated from Payne High School. Linda retired from Dana Weatherhead in Antwerp, OH when the plant closed. She was a member of UAW Local 1871. In her earlier years she was a part of a bowling league. Linda was a very supportive grandmother and enjoyed their dance recitals and peewee games. Linda had a sweet tooth and loved an oatmeal crème pie with her morning cup of coffee.

Linda is survived by her children, Sean (Keith Tomlinson) Conley of Minnetonka, MN, Rich (Beth) Conley of Defiance, OH and Rachelle (Phil) Conley-Shiple of Antwerp, OH; grandchildren, Dayna Conley, Connar Shiple, Bryce Conley, Brendan Conley, Natalie Conley and Eden Conley; brother, Gary (Jane) Benschneider of Payne, OH; nieces and nephews, Amy, Joseph, Eric, and Kara; and a host of relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA or Alzheimer's Association.