Linda K. Ortman

Linda K. Ortman, 77, of Norwalk, Ohio, entered into heavens gates on October 20, 2026, after a month-long illness. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on November 21, 1948, to the late Dester Moore and Lena Byers (formerly Moore). Linda was a graduate of Milan High School in 1967.

She married the love of her life, Donald V. Ortman, in 1968, and made their home in Norwalk, Ohio.

Linda is survived by 2 sons; Doug (Paula) Ortman of Milan, and Keith (Tracie) Ortman of Berlin Heights; grandchildren, Steve (Matt Born) Ortman of Vermilion, Katie (Scott) Case of Collins, Kane Ortman of Cleveland, Jacob (Sara Tucker) Ortman of Cincinnati, and Emily Ortman of Fremont; bonus grandson, Jordan Chumbley; one great granddaughter, Ava Case; sister, Paulette (Fred) Keefe of Norwalk; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband Donald V. Ortman; father, Dester Moore; mother, and stepfather, Lena Moore Byers and Paul Byers; sister, and brother in-law, Sue and Jim Cole.

Linda retired from the City of Norwalk in 2011. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, and playing Sudoku. She also volunteered at Age Exchange in Norwalk helping children with schoolwork after school. Linda attended The Chapel in Norwalk. She had a large group of friends that will dearly miss her at their weekly breakfasts and dinners.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at The Chapel-Norwalk, 156 S. Norwalk Rd., Norwalk, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. (noon). Her funeral service will begin at 12 p.m. (noon) with Pastor Charles Conrad conducting services. Online expressions of sympathy to the family may be made by visiting: www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com