Linda West, 73, of Naples, Florida, passed away on May 22, 2025, after a remarkable 32-year battle with breast cancer. She fought with grace, grit, and just the right amount of sarcasm.

Born on September 10, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, Linda was the firstborn of six children to Robert and Florence Carpentier. As the oldest sibling, she set the tone—strong, determined, protective, and always a little sassy. Her leadership started early and continued throughout her life as she cared deeply for everyone around her.

She spent her life lifting others up—whether as a loving wife, devoted mom, Grammy extraordinaire, or the one everyone called when they needed advice (or a dose of honesty). She leaves behind her husband, Ron West; her daughters, Ja’Nice Long (Darrell) and Brittney Kitts (Ryan); and six grandchildren who adored her: Kayli, Gavin, Logan, Bryli, Dylan, and Kacen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Florence, her sister Robyn Kennedy, and her nephews Johnny Carpentier and Jason Hunter.

Linda had a gift for turning everyday moments into something special. She excelled at every job she held but found her greatest joy in family. After retiring 11 years ago, she leaned into the good life—more family time, fewer alarm clocks, and plenty of time to spoil her grandkids and dish out Grammy wisdom.

A celebration of Linda’s life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria, 4255 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL 34103. As she wished, a private cremation has taken place beforehand. Expect laughter, great food, and maybe a toast or two in her honor—tequila encouraged.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity close to your heart. Linda would love nothing more than to see kindness continue in her name.

She will be remembered for her strength, her humor, and the fierce love she gave to all who knew her.