Linda Kay (Ruddick) Beck, 82, of Franklin, IN passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Otterbein Franklin Seniorlife Community.

She was born September 6, 1943 in Franklin, IN. Linda had worked at Arvin Automotive in Franklin, IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Harry Ruddick and Letha Pauline (Smith) Watson.

Linda is survived by her family.

Services are private.

A private family inurnment will take place at Glover Cemetery in Liberty, Kentucky.

Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, 300 South U.S. 31 (Morton Street) in Franklin, IN is handling the arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.swartzmortuary.com .  Information 317-738-0202.