Linda June Kleimola

Peabody, MA - Linda June Kleimola, of Peabody MA passed away peacefully at Maplewood Nursing Center in Amesbury MA on Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was 74 years old. Born in Allentown, PA on June 15, 1948, Linda was the daughter of the late Wilbur and Irene (Lipiyanic) Frey. Raised and educated in Emmaus, PA. Linda started her career as a licensed practical nurse intending to pursue a nursing career when she became handicapped at age 28, however she did maintain her nursing license throughout most of her life. Moving from PA to Boston, Linda fell in love with the ocean, vowing never to leave the closeness of the water which she never did. Loving the water, she retaught herself to swim after being paralyzed and you could always find her swimming at the family quarry’s in Gloucester or the ocean at Deveroux beach (her favorite)in Marblehead, MA. Linda was an avid painter and her drawings and artwork were always prevalent throughout her life. She was consistently a supporter and participant in the International Festival in Peabody winning several awards over the years. Anyone in Linda’s circle always received her homemade cards for whatever the occasion. Her love of cats was always on display with her art. Linda was known for her devotion and endless support for her sons and grandchildren exuding pride for all of their endeavors. Linda endured countless obstacles throughout her life but always had a smile and remained strong. She mentally climbed every mountain put in front of her. Anyone who met Linda knew her for her quiet and kind soul while enjoying her company and privy to her wonderfully endless gift to gab. She is survived by her three sons, Martin Kleimola and his wife Kim of Seabrook, Edward Kleimola and his wife Sonia of Hanover, MA, and Daniel Irons of Barrington, IL. She is also survived by her sister, Betty Jane Skrivanek of FL. She also leaves her 3 grandchildren, Aria, Lyra, and Scarlett. A private memorial service is planned for Linda at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Linda’s memory to North Shore Elder Services by clicking here or by mail to: AgeSpan 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 200 Danvers, MA 01923

Linda June Kleimola

June 15, 1948 - January 21, 2023