Linda Painter, 52, of Natural Bridge, Va., and Blacksburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2010, in Salem, Va.

She was born on September 2, 1958, in Roanoke, Va., the daughter of Paul Painter and the late Janet L. Painter.

Ms. Painter is survived by her father; sister, Paula E. Painter; brothers, Paul E. (Rocky) Painter Jr. and Eric C. Painter; nephews, Joseph P. Painter and Richard D. Painter; niece, Scarlett S. Painter; and her two dogs and cats.

She graduated from Brandon High School in Brandon, Miss., and received her Bachelor of Arts at Mary Baldwin University.

Linda was a wonderful artist and worked in the Printing Services Division at Virginia Tech University.

She loved animals and was an active member of the Humane Society and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 20, 2010, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, Linda would appreciate donations to be made to the Virginia Humane Society.