Linda W. Barrett

Linda Willard Barrett of Springs, an accomplished baker who frequently delivered care packages of brownies and cookies to post office workers, veterinarians, doctors, and other members of the community, died on March 19 of complications from cancer at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital. She was 76. 

Born on Jan. 23, 1943, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to Clark and Marion Willard, she graduated from the nursing school at Mount Sinai Hospital, and held several nursing positions during her career. Most recently, she worked at the former Hampton Medical Center in Southampton.  

In 1962, she married Raymond Barrett. The couple moved to Springs, where they raised two children. 

A cat lover, she would often provide food to stray ones that arrived at her home in Springs, as well as those she spotted in places as far west as Southampton. 

She enjoyed taking bubble baths, knitting and sewing, gardening, and drinking tea, her family said. Bargain shopping, going to the beach, camping, and trying her luck at slot machines were other favorite pastimes. She was also an enthusiastic reader, including of Archie comic books.

“Her greatest joy in life was her family,” they said. 

She is survived by her husband, Raymond Barrett of East Hampton, two daughters, Rebecca Barrett of Emmaus, Pa., and Kirsten Barrett of Hyattsville, Md., two grandchildren, and many dear friends. 

A celebration of her life will be held on April 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Neighborhood House in East Hampton. 

The family suggests memorial contributions to Elsa’s Ark Animal Rescue at elsasark.org or 28 Crystal Drive, East Hampton 11937.