Linda Elva DAWSON

Linda Elva Dawson passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the age of 80, at NH - Niagara Falls Site. She was the loving mother of Lee Rivard, Lenora Bell (Denis Archambault), Cheryl Dawson (Rob Palleschi), Chris Dawson (Caitlyn Roper), and Scott Dawson (Elizabeth Page). Her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren will miss her deeply. Linda was the devoted companion of Rene Beauvais. She will be fondly remembered by her siblings, Marvin, Raymond, Brenda, Nona, John, and Ross. Linda will be greatly missed by Richard Dawson and his wife Diane, to whom she remained the greatest of friends. She is predeceased by her son, Tracy Rivard; her parents, Clifford and Valma Rivard; and siblings Sandy and Randy. In keeping with Linda's wishes, cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, the family would appreciate donations to the Niagara SPCA and Humane Society, a cause close to her heart.