Linda Nelson Escamilla, 62, a loving wife, mother and friend, passed away peacefully on Jan. 7 surrounded by her family and loved ones. She is preceeded in death by her parents, Ron and Donna Nelson, and her brother, Michael Brackeen.

She was known for her outgoing, compassionate personality and for her love of animals and nature. She is survived and will be grievously missed by her husband of 31 years, Richard Escamilla, of Port Orchard; son Rick Escamilla; daughter Krista Stephenson; granddaughters Jade and Kala; grandson Mackie; and her sister, Terry Nelson, of Condord, California.

Linda was born in Denver, Colorado, and graduated high school in Upper Heyford, England. She achieved her associate degree in business administration at Parks School of Business in Denver. She moved to Bremerton in 1984 and lived in Port Orchard until her passing.