Linda Mae Pero

Linda Mae Pero was born February 3, 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia to Jonathan Booth and Annie Sue Davis. She died peacefully at 7:39 am on Sunday, July 3, 2016 in the San Francisco Bay area. At a young age, Linda professed to serve God, and in 2009, she renewed that vow, remaining true until her death. Linda is survived by her husband, Brad Pero; her daughter Gayle Weis and Gayle’s husband Deric; and her son, Richard Pero. She leaves behind two younger brothers, Paul Davis and John Davis, numerous nieces and nephews on both sides of the family, grandchildren, and a host of friends. At the age of 21, Linda met Brad Pero, who came to Norfolk in the Navy. They were married three months later on December 14, 1968 and began their family in Virginia. They moved to California in July of 1983, and 13 years later, Brad and Linda moved to Denver, Colorado. After retirement in 2012, they relocated to Hayward, CA in the San Francisco Bay Area. Brad and Linda were quickly adopted into the Weis family and shared a special bond of fellowship with their Fremont church friends. Last October, Linda was admitted to the hospital with an aggressive c-difficile infection that compromised her body. She spent the next four months in the hospital enduring various complications. During this time, she rarely complained, and many doctors and nurses commented on her beautiful spirit. After returning home in February, Linda enjoyed several family gatherings as well as a special visit with childhood friends from Virginia. Though weak in body, her one wish was realized when she attended both Buttonwillow and Mountain Ranch church conventions. Two weeks ago, Linda had a bad fall, which resulted in a massive brain bleed. After surgery, she remained unresponsive, and recovery to a meaningful life was deemed unlikely. Family made the decision to fulfill Linda’s wishes of ‘Going Home’. We will always cherish her life’s testimony. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 9th, from 10-11am and a Chapel Service will begin at 11:30am at Fremont Memorial Chapel, 3723 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536. Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 12th, 1pm at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Rd., Dixon, CA 95620.

Linda Mae Pero

February 3, 1947 - July 3, 2016