BERLIN

Linda Jean Thomasino passed away on January 9, 2026. She was raised in the Florence area of Northampton, Mass. and was a 1965 graduate of St. Michael's High School of Northampton. She later studied secretarial science at Northampton Commercial College.

Linda worked for more than 30 years as a legal administrative assistant, including many years with Polaroid Corporation and 3Com, traveling throughout the United States, China, and Europe for her work.

She had a deep love for cooking and entertaining. A gourmet chef, Linda completed culinary courses at the Culinary Institute of America and enjoyed sharing new recipes with family and friends. She often baked for the Berlin police and fire departments and volunteered at the Berlin Food Pantry and the Northborough Senior Center. She was a devoted member of Saint Matthias Parish.

Linda was known for her strength, kindness, and positive outlook on life. She was the beloved wife of 54 years to William Thomasino and the loving sister of Muriel Swenor. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Boyer) Gougeon.

A private funeral and  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Matthias Parish, 409 Hemenway Street, Marlborough. Burial will follow in South Cemetery, Berlin. Arrangements are under the care of Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main Street, Northborough.

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