Five years ago, before a shocking tragedy unfolded, William Stevenson was described as a man consumed by romance. He and his second wife, Linda, openly shared the story of their instant connection, a tale of love at first sight that seemed destined to last a lifetime.
The couple recounted their meeting to a television program during a heated presidential election. Stevenson recalled spotting Linda across a crowded bar, immediately captivated. “I said, ‘Is that Linda?’ and from that day on, we have never been apart,” he revealed, his voice filled with affection.
Linda, smiling and holding her husband’s hand, confirmed his sentiment. When asked if he was a romantic, she responded with a simple, heartfelt “Yes, yes.” The interviewer noted his persistence, a quality Linda readily affirmed.
Now, at 77, Stevenson sits in jail, charged with first-degree murder in the death of Linda, who was 64. Police were called to their home on December 28th to investigate a domestic dispute, discovering Linda unresponsive.
An autopsy was performed, but authorities have yet to release the cause of death. Linda’s obituary, published shortly after her passing, carried a chilling omission – her husband’s name was nowhere to be found.
The unusual absence sparked questions from friends and acquaintances. One individual directly asked Stevenson on social media why he wasn’t listed in the obituary as her husband, a query that has since disappeared from public view.
Stevenson is being held on $500,000 bail following a weekslong investigation. The details surrounding Linda’s death remain shrouded in mystery, a stark contrast to the idyllic portrait of their relationship painted years before.
This case resurfaces a past connection for Jill Biden, who was married to Stevenson from 1970 to 1975 before marrying Joe Biden in 1977. She has declined to comment on the unfolding events through a spokesperson.
The story stands as a haunting reminder that even the most seemingly perfect romances can conceal hidden darkness, and that appearances can be profoundly deceiving.
