At a Glance
- Linda Stevenson, 64, was found unresponsive Dec. 28 after police answered a domestic-dispute call at her Delaware home
- She married Bill Stevenson, ex-husband of former first lady Dr. Jill Biden, but her obituary omits him entirely
- Investigators have not ruled out foul play; no charges filed and cause of death is still unknown
- Why it matters: The mysterious circumstances and the public omission of her husband raise questions about the couple’s relationship and the ongoing police probe
Linda Stevenson, the wife of Jill Biden’s former husband Bill Stevenson, died after officers responded to a late-night domestic dispute at the couple’s Delaware residence. Her death remains under investigation, and the obituary released in her memory makes no reference to her marriage.
Police Found Linda Unresponsive After 911 Call
New Castle County Police arrived at the Stevenson home shortly before midnight on Dec. 28, 2025, following a report of a domestic disturbance. A department press release says officers “immediately administered life-saving measures,” yet Linda, 64, was pronounced dead at the scene. The document lists her official date of death as Dec. 29.
Investigators have not disclosed whether foul play is suspected. No one has been charged, and the medical examiner has not released a cause of death. When contacted by News Of Losangeles on Jan. 14, police confirmed the probe is still open.
Obituary Highlights Family, Work and Eagles Fandom
The tribute posted on Legacy.com describes Linda as “tenacious, kind-hearted, and fiercely loyal,” emphasizing her devotion to her daughter, granddaughter and the Philadelphia Eagles. It notes her role as founder of BMB Bookkeeping and praises her “strength, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and friends.”
Relatives listed include:
- Daughter Christina (husband Jeremy)
- Granddaughter Ciara (great-grandchildren Madison and Logan)
- Sister Cathy (husband Tom) Lancaster and nephew Jason
Conspicuously absent is any mention of her husband, Bill Stevenson.
Bill Stevenson’s Earlier Marriage to Jill Biden
Bill wed Jill Jacobs in 1970 while she was still in college. The pair divorced five years later, and Jill married Joe Biden in 1977. In a 2022 interview with News Of Losangeles, Jill biographer Julie Pace said the future first lady had been “incredibly young and probably a bit naive” about the relationship. “She had these expectations of what that marriage was going to be, and the marriage did not live up to those expectations,” Pace explained, adding that Jill “compartmentalized” the experience to move forward.
Questions Remain as Investigation Continues
Authorities have revealed few details beyond the initial press release. Bill Stevenson did not respond to Ethan R. Coleman‘s request for comment, and police have set no timeline for releasing additional information. Linda’s obituary closes by saying her “absence will be felt deeply by all who knew her,” leaving friends and relatives awaiting answers about how she spent her final moments.
Key Takeaways
- Linda Stevenson died after a domestic-dispute call; police continue to investigate
- Her published obituary celebrates her life, family and business but does not name her husband
- Bill Stevenson, previously married to Dr. Jill Biden, has not spoken publicly about Linda’s death
