Linda Marie Richard Shaw, born October 20, 1948, passed away on July 28, 2026, leaving a profound legacy of faith, devotion, and love. Her life spanned nearly eight decades, during which she touched the hearts of all who knew her, serving as a model of commitment to family and faith.

Linda was a lifetime member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, where she was known for her unwavering dedication and active participation in parish life. Her devotion to her faith formed the foundation of her character and shaped her steadfast presence within the Eunice community.

Linda’s life was enriched by her diverse interests. She was passionate about reading, often immersing herself in stories that broadened her worldview. The tranquility of nature captivated her, and she especially cherished moments spent sitting outside surrounded by the beauty of the natural world. Hummingbirds held a particular fascination for Linda, symbolizing the gentle, vibrant spirit she consistently embodied.

Family was at the very heart of Linda’s existence. As a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sibling, and wife, she provided endless support and warmth. She is survived by her son Jamie Shaw and his wife Megan; her daughters Bridget Hall and her husband Kevin, Tonya Myers and Julie Shaw; her sister Marcia Hebert; her daughter-in-law, Delores Porter Dorman; her four grandchildren: Cody Hall (Jessica), Brandon Shaw, Owen Shaw, Hudson Shaw; two great-grandchildren, Maddox Hall and Jameson Hall. Linda’s impact as a grandmother is remembered as truly exceptional, her love for her grandchildren evident in every interaction and memory.

Preceding Linda in death were her beloved husband John Shaw; her son Jonathan Shaw; her daughter Maria Shaw; her parents Milton Richard and Hazel Ledoux, and her brothers John Kent Richard and Scott Anthony Richard. Their memory was held close in Linda’s heart throughout her life.

Services commemorating Linda’s life will begin with visitation at Quirk & Son Funeral Home, 121 S 6th St, Eunice, LA 70535, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A rosary, led by Father Sam Fontana, will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the same venue. Additional visitation will be on the following morning, July 31, from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., also at Quirk & Son Funeral Home. The Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1011 Sittig Street, Eunice, LA 70535 with Father Sam Fontana as celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Thomas More Cemetery.

In tears we saw you sinking, we watched you fade away. You suffered much in silence; you fought so hard to stay. You faced your task with courage, you felt your hope descend. But still you kept on fighting, until the very end. God saw you getting tired when a cure was not to be , so He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come with Me." So when we saw you sleeping, so peaceful, free from pain, we could not wish you back, to suffer that again.

Linda Marie Richard Shaw’s legacy endures in the faith she practiced, the lives she nurtured, and the memories created with her family. Her gentle guidance, spiritual strength, and the love she shared will be cherished by all those who knew and loved her.