Linda L. Johnson

ORANGE - Linda L. (Cusson) Johnson, 61, of Orange, Vermont, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable void, the love, laughter, and warmth she brought into the lives of others will never be forgotten.

Linda was born on July 14, 1964, in Barre, Vermont, to George and Irene Cusson. She grew up in Barre and attended Spaulding High School. From an early age, Linda had a spirited personality, a contagious laugh, and a way of making people feel welcomed and cared for.

On August 31, 1991, she married the love of her life, Randall Johnson. Together, they built a home and a life in Orange, Vermont, where they raised their beloved son, Justin.

Linda’s greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was being Justin’s mother. He was her “sonshine,” the center of her world, and the bond they shared was one of unconditional love, laughter, loyalty, and deep understanding. Whether through everyday conversations, shared jokes, family traditions, or simply being together, Linda’s love for Justin was constant and unwavering. She spoke of him with endless pride and loved him with all her heart.

Linda will be remembered for her vibrant personality, sense of humor, kindness, and the way she made people feel like family. She had a gift for bringing laughter into a room and could turn ordinary moments into cherished memories. She was caring and fiercely loyal to the people she loved. Friends were family to Linda, and her home and heart were always open to others.

She enjoyed cooking for those she loved, listening to loud music, attending races at Thunder Road, gathering around a fire with friends and family, searching for fiddleheads in the spring, and spending time with her beloved feline companion, BigBoy. In her younger years, she was a fierce softball player and maintained many close friendships from those years. More than anything, Linda treasured large family gatherings filled with stories, laughter, teasing, food, and love. Those moments brought her great happiness.

Linda is survived by her devoted son, Justin; her sisters, Lorraine Martel and husband Michael, and Jeanne Trevett; her nieces, Jeanne and Kaitlin; her maternal aunt, Suzanne Sage, with whom she shared an especially close and meaningful relationship; and her uncle, Treff Sage and wife Judy. She also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews whom she loved dearly and spoke of often with pride and affection.

She is also survived by her in-laws, Richard and Judith Johnson; sisters-in-law Jan Pecor and husband Archie, Jody Dindo and husband Matt, Jill Bruce and husband Shawn, and Julie Roy and husband Mark; brothers-in-law Rick Johnson and wife Michelle, and Rob Johnson and husband Tom; along with many nieces, nephews, and dear friends whose lives were made brighter by knowing her.

Linda was predeceased by her husband, Randall Johnson; her sister, Rose Cusson; and her parents. Though reunited with those she loved, her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her.

A celebration of Linda’s life will be held on June 20, 2026, at 11:00 am at Brook Haven Cemetery, with a gathering to follow at The Den. Family and friends are invited to come together to share stories, laughter, and memories in honor of Linda’s life and the joy she brought to so many.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Linda’s memory to Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.

Though she is no longer here in person, Linda’s laughter, love, and spirit will live on in every shared memory, every family gathering, and every heart she touched.

The family would like to thank Pruneau-Polli Funeral Home for their care and compassion during this difficult time.

Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.pruneaupollifuneralhome.com