Obituary: Linda L. Fondak
Saco Nurse and Community Leader Linda L. Fondak Dies at 80
SACO, Maine – Linda L. Fondak, 80, of McKenney Road, died at her home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born in Biddeford on June 19, 1946, Fondak was the daughter of Elliot and Hazel Madden Billings. She graduated from Old Orchard Beach High School before earning a licensed practical nursing (LPN) credential at Maine Medical Center. She later completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Westbrook College.
Fondak’s professional life was devoted to maternity care. She spent many years as a Labor and Delivery nurse and eventually served as Director of Obstetrics at Southern Maine Medical Center. After retiring from hospital work, she continued to care for children as a school nurse in Saco, Dayton and Old Orchard Beach.
Beyond her career, Fondak was an avid traveler. She enjoyed trips to Florida with her sister Nancy, worldwide vacations with family, Saturday shopping excursions with her daughter and grandkids, and leisurely days on the beach or by her pool. In retirement she also chaired the Flamingo Club of Pompano Beach.
She predeceased her son Nicholas Jr. and brothers Robert and Elliot Billings.
Linda Fondak is survived by her husband, Nicholas Fondak Sr.; daughter Stacy Hand of Saco, who is married to James; sister Nancy Billings Pineau of Scarborough, married to Norm Pineau; and three grandchildren—Olivia, Emily and Allyson Hand. Her burial will be at South Buxton Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest beside her son Nicholas.
Funeral and Visiting Hours
- Visiting hours will take place on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at United Baptist Church, Main Street, Saco.
- The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. and will be led by Rev. Beverly Lowell.
- Services are being handled by Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home of Saco.
Memorial Donations
Those wishing to honor Fondak’s memory may make donations to either:
- Andwell Hospice, 236 Stetson Drive, Auburn, ME 04210
- The Maine Cancer Society
Her legacy as a dedicated nurse, devoted family member and engaged community member will be remembered by all who knew her.
