Linda Goodson

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Linda Goodson, in the presence of her loving family, on November 7, 2026, following a long illness.

Linda has lived in the Capital district since she was 14 years old, spending the last 3 years living in Waterford, in the same house with her "favorite" daughter. She was proud to have graduated from HVCC with a degree in Clownology where she created her alter ego, "Fireball."

Linda worked a lot of different jobs over the years including painting besides our dad, working retail and then finally, as a case worker for Unity House, from which she retired. Her absolute favorite job was being able to care for her grandchildren over the years.

Linda is survived by her three devoted daughters, Denise (Catalin) Carutasu, Stacy (Ken) Powers and Crystal (Lucio) Rich; and her beloved feline companion, Brutus. She was the cherished grandmother to Nicholas (Isabella) Rich, Jordan Carutasu, Natalie (Ty Mazzeo) Rich, Tristan Carutasu and Noelle Rich. Linda was loved by her siblings, Gary (Teresa) Mills, Jeanette Gendron, Bill Sorensen Jr., Rich Sorensen and Ned Sorensen; as well as many nieces and nephews. Waiting for her in Heaven was her husband. and one true love, Ronnie St. Gelais; mother, Marie Menaged and brother, Peter Triggiano.

As a long time member of the United Church of Cohoes, Linda was proud to have helped create a prayer group for her neighbors in Watervliet, alongside Pastor Nick. She loved to make cards and paint rocks with inspiring messages, especially with her daughters and granddaughters by her side. However family gatherings were always her favorite pastime activity.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, November 15, 2026 at United Church of Cohoes, 123 Mohawk St., Cohoes from 3 to 5 with a service to follow at 5pm. A private graveside service will take place at the discretion of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to United Church of Cohoes or Operation Snip, the rescue that brought her boy Brutus into her life, in Linda's name.

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