Describe the role of Linda Loman in Death of a Salesman Arthur Miller describes Linda Loman as a devoted wife in his play Death of a Salesman Linda Loman the wife of Willy Loman plays a central role in the play She is loving loyal and patient Through her Miller presents the strength and suffering of a devoted wife Loving and Caring Wife Linda deeply loves her husband and stands by him always She understands Willy s failures and mental pain She says He s a human being and a terrible thing is happening to him Her love and concern show her true emotional depth and humanity Silent Sufferer and Supporter Linda silently bears Willy s anger and disappointment She never complains or blames him She supports him with patience and calmness Her quiet strength keeps the family together She becomes the moral heart of the play Voice of Sympathy