Margaret A. Linder

Margaret A. “Peggy” Linder (nee McFadden), age 86, of Glen Mills, PA, passed away on March 13, 2025. Born in Drexel Hill, PA, and grew up in Springfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna McFadden (nee Webb). Peggy is a proud alum of Notre Dame High School and Delaware County Community College.

Peggy’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with threads of passion and devotion. An avid reader, Peggy's thirst for knowledge and adventure was matched only by her profound involvement in the lives of her grandchildren—who were, without a doubt, the jewels of her heart. Whether cheering them on at school events or basking in the joy of their accomplishments, she poured immeasurable love into guiding them along their journeys, leaving an indelible mark on their lives.

In her youth, Peggy shared extraordinary adventures with her husband, savoring the thrill of travel and the myriad of cultures that adorned the globe. These journeys not only enriched her own experiences but also deepened the love story that she and Gerhard crafted together through the years.

Peggy was the beloved wife of Gerhard E. Linder for 67 wonderful years; loving mother of Judy Reynolds (Ed) and Caroline A. Mercadante (Larry); adoring grandmother of Michael Mercadante (Leah), Matthew Mercadante, Elizabeth Mercadante, and Christina Mercadante. Predeceased by her sister-in-law, Traute Linder DeAngelo.

Family and friends are invited to Peggy’s Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 28, 2025 at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 430 Valleybrook Rd., Glen Mills, PA 19342. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Peggy’s memory to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, cancer.org, would be appreciated.