Linda Anne Cairney

Linda Anne Cairney, age 85, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was born on January 9, 1941, in Des Moines, Iowa to the late Clarice and Fullerton Cairney.

Linda was a graduate of North High School Class of 1959. She was famous throughout the girl’s and women’s softball community as an all-star and all-state player and coach. After her years of playing, she became an umpire extraordinaire, which led her to distinguished service mentoring younger umpires and leadership roles at the state, national, and international level. Linda was also an accomplished bowler, participating in many national competitions.

Linda was employed by J.I. Case Co, DiPietro Plumping, Holdridge Mechanical, and Worly Plumbing Supply. She was an active member in the Groveport Senior Center.

Linda is survived by her brother Richard (Nan) Cairney; nephews, Ryan (Molly), Matthew (Heather), and Shawn Cairney; great-nieces, Alexis, Emily, Elizabeth, Alice, and Arielle; great-nephews, Jonathan and Gabriel; and Sara Cairney.

Honoring Linda’s wishes, no services will be held. Linda’s care has been entrusted to Kauber-Fraley Funeral Home in Pataskala, Ohio.

Memorial contributions can be made in Linda’s name to Groveport Senior Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125.