Linda Palka age 78, passed away on Saturday January 25, 2025, in Rochester, NY. She was born on November 17, 1946, in Poland. She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Bronislawa Siwek of Poland. She is survived by daughter, Beata (Tim) Beam, and son, Philip Palka, both of Webster, NY. She leaves behind her sister, Grazyna “Gina”(Philip) Cufari. She also leaves behind many dear friends and family in Rochester, NY, and Poland.

She was an amazing charismatic woman who was beloved by all who knew and met her. Gardening was her big passion along with being an avid collector of anything elephants. Linda’s flair for Polish cooking and traditions set a high standard for us to master, which is why her big personality and compassion drew family, friends and neighbors to converse and laugh together for hours. She also was the best fur Grandma anyone could ask for, spoiling and loving them with her entire heart. She was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.

Friends are invited to meet the family on Thursday, February 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church for her Memorial Mass, 1124 Hudson Ave, Rochester, NY, 14621.

The family will hold a private inurnment ceremony at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.