Obituary of Linda Ann Capone

Linda Ann Capone died at home after a long illness on July 8, 2020.  Linda, a longtime Kingston MA resident, was born in Boston (December 12, 1949) and grew up in Needham MA. She graduated from Elizabeth Seton High School (Wellesley) and Misericordia University (Pennsylvania) majoring in fine arts.

Until her retirement, Linda was an office manager for Atent for Rent, Inc. (Dedham, MA) where her customer service talents and genuine interest in customers’ events benefited both customers and the business.

At heart, Linda was an artist and talented potter. She was owner of Buttonwood Pottery in Kingston (1980s-90s) and prior to that operated a shop in Duxbury.  Her artist’s eye permeated everything around her—the colors in her home, its decor, her garden, her love of music (she saw the Beatles at Boston Garden in 1964).

During the holiday season she created a Christmas wonderland in her home, with multiple, beautifully decorated trees, unusual and interesting holiday decorations and many, many animated music boxes. She loved giving presents and she made gift wrapping itself a work of art.

She was an astute follower of current events, holding strong beliefs that reflected her activism during her college career. Her opinions, coupled with strong mindedness, a forceful personality and a sharp wit led to many stimulating discussions.

Linda loved animals and babies and delighted in the antics of both.

She was a devoted aunt to her five nieces and nephews and honorary aunt to many of their friends and continued that devotion to her great nieces and nephew. At family gatherings she kept family memoires alive through her gifted storytelling.

Linda is survived by her sister, Diane Wells, brothers David Capone and Steve Capone, nephews Adam Wells, David Capone and Dante Capone and her nieces Stephanie (Wells) Johnson and Michaela Capone.

The family wishes to extend its appreciation to Linda’s medical providers, caregivers and friends/neighbors who supported her during her illness.

Interment will take place at Forest Hills Cemetery on Tuesday, July 14th at 11:00 am.  All friends and family are welcome.  Covid-19 safety guidelines (mask and social distancing).  The address is 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, MA.  A map to the grave site is available at the cemetery office.

Memorial tribute gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support cancer research and patient care in memory of Linda A. Capone at:

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

PO Bos 849168

Boston, MA 02284

Or

www.dana-farber.org/gift.