Linda Diane Gans was born In Philadelphia , on September 30,1954. Linda peacefully departed this life at age 71 on December 23,2025. Linda was preceded in death by her parents , her brothers : Daniel Nicholson , Jerry Nicholson, Arthur Nicholson and Marvin Nicholson , uncles: Aaron and Alfred Ferguson aunts: Francine Nicholson and Francis Brown , cousins: Lillian B Ferguson, Margaret Nicholson, Arlene and Verlene ( Meek) Nicholson, Lorraine and Diane (Fly Di ) Brown . Linda was educated in the Philadelphia public school system . Linda graduated from Overbrook High School in 1971. ln 1972 , Linda was united in holy matrimony to Byron Gans . This union was blessed. With two sons. Byron Gans jr and Darien Gans . Following high school Linda , attended Wilfred Beauty Academy becoming a licensed cosmetologist. Linda later embarked on a new career. Attending The Our lady of Lourdes school of nursing in Camden New Jersey. Receiving her. LPN. Certification As a result of her positive influence and upbringing in Baptist church Linda was able to display a consistent relentless work ethic and. Love for family and friends Linda maintained a long and successful career in the medical field until. Fading health prevailed .

Linda’s greatest attributes can best be described as kind hearted , respectful, courteous ,loving , genuine happy person smiling with laughter. However Linda could be fiery and unapologetically direct in her delivery if provoked. In addition to being. A gifted homemaker. Linda was immensely involved in creative arts , high fashion , modeling and music. Another one of Linda’s great passions was seeking out hidden treasures at flea markets and thrift shops. Lind inspired and influenced these characteristics into her two sons Byron and Darien who were highest priority and greatest joy . Linda leaves to cherish her memory. Byron Gans sr. Sons: Byron Gans jr and Darien Gans. brother : Mark Nicholson Jennatte Nicholson, cousins : Sadie Nicholson, Phyllis Brown , Marlene Rae , Sabrina and Roslyn Hall , Toney and Selena Ferguson Torrent Ferguson, Chris and Ray Nicholson. Nephew : Arthur Nicholson niece : Marquita Howell and a host of relatives and friends

Order of service. Prayer of comfort. Elder Michael Hand Scripture reading. Old and New Testament. Elder. Michael Hand. Solo. Cierra jones. Reading of cards and obituary. Veronica Franklin. Solo. Eddie Davis. Remarks. Family friends. Eulogy. Pastor. Tammy. Benediction recessional