Linda Anne Nosek, 63, a lifelong resident of the Dunkirk and Fredonia area, passed away suddenly with her husband, Philip Joseph Nosek on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Linda was born in Dunkirk, the daughter of the late Edward and Florence (Czarnecki) Zentz. She was a proud graduate of the Dunkirk Senior High School Class of 1980 and went on to earn her degree in dental hygiene from Erie Community College in 1984.
Linda and Philip married in 1986, uniting their inseparable bond. Together for over 40 years, their bond was filled with countless cherished memories. They found great joy in traveling, boating and always had their beloved Golden Retrievers by their side, who were as much a part of their family as the many lives they touched along the way. They were both members of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Dunkirk, where Linda was also a proud member of the choir for many years.
Linda was a familiar and friendly face in the community, serving patients for many years at the dental office of Dr. Foley and the orthodontist office of Dr. Strychalski. A woman of immense quiet strength, she was also a breast cancer survivor.
Linda found peace and purpose in her garden and joy in her kitchen, where she was known for baking delicious desserts that were the highlight of family gatherings. An animal lover at heart, she was rarely seen without her cherished Golden Retrievers.
Linda's memory will be carried on by her sister, Ellen (Zentz) D'Sa of Lake Frederick, VA; her brother and sister-in-law, Steven and Denise Zentz of Dunkirk; her beloved nieces and nephews, Christina D'Sa-Malloy, Brandon D'Sa, Alexandria Zentz-Wright, Abigail Zentz, Steven Zentz, Jr. and Zachary Zentz; along with two great-nieces and a great-nephew. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Florence and Edward Zentz.
A Celebration of Life honoring both Linda and Philip will be held at a time to be determined by the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in their memory to the Lakeshore Humane Society (LHS), 431 East Chestnut Street, Dunkirk, NY 14048.
Arrangements are by R. Michael Mackowiak III, McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home, 736 Central Avenue in Dunkirk.
