Linda, the proud owner of two Shetland Sheepdogs (Koby and Dylan), has worked in the veterinary field since 1988, and for Lakemont Veterinary Clinic since 1995.  She and her husband, Jim, are the parents of three married children:  Scott, Chris, and Julie.  Scott and Chris are lawyers and Julie is a math teacher.  Her children have blessed her and Jim with four grandchildren, and another is expected in Spring 2010.

Linda enjoys Penn State tailgates, family gatherings, and practicing for, and competing in, agility trials with Koby and Dylan.  Linda and her husband reside in Altoona.