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Sharon Linkous Obituary

HAMPTON - "True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she knows". Sharon O'Rourke Linkous 71 passed away peacefully at her home in Hampton VA. Born April 5th 1942 in Oakland, CA, she lived in the Hampton Roads area for over 70 years. Her iconic soul was the truest form of beauty, for she showered her family and friends with love and passion in the selfless kind of ways that inspired people to follow her lead. Not only did she offer unwavering devotion to her family, but also worked diligently as a machinist for 28 years, before retiring from Bendix/Siemens/Continental. Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Stewart Parnell O'Rourke Jr. and Francis Sheppard Deane; her sister Diane O'Rourke Mitchell; her brother Charles Stewart Parnell O'Rourke III; and special aunt Bicaba. She leaves her legacy to her five sons, her most prized possessions, Robert Barbery (June), Anthony (Fay) Linkous, Johnny (Deb) Linkous, Keith Linkous, and Kevin (Christine) Linkous; grandchildren, Anthony Foxworth, Tony Linkous, Amber Linkous, Kara Turk, Amber Boyce, Kayla Boyce, Heather Linkous, Megan Linkous, Liz Barbery, Robbie Robinson, and Crystal Deal; great-grandchildren, Ryleigh, Kallie, Destinee, Jaelynn, Mariah, Jenna, Ivy, Kasey, Emma, Madelynn, Devin, and Benjamin; her special Aunt Delores Bryant and family; her sister-in-law, Carol O'Rourke; and nephews, Chris Mitchell, Chuck and Ryan O'Rourke, and family, as well as the Stafford Family. Sharon will look down on those she touched with a beautiful smile while playing her favorite game of cards and winning games of bingo. She instilled the true meaning of "family" in us all. Her beautiful soul is without a doubt a legacy that will live on forever. "For when the cold winds blow, I will close my eyes calmly, knowing I am anchored to you. " Her celebration of life will be held on March 22, 2014 at 10am, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S Armistead Ave. Hampton VA, 23669. Family and friends are invited after the service, to Olde Towne Tavern 31 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA, 23663. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home to help pay funeral expenses.

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Published by Daily Press on Mar. 19, 2014.

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Cindy` Jenkins

March 24, 2014

Sharon you were a good friend and coworker to me for a many a year. You were missed when you retired I had noone to hang out with and get in trouble with lol but you were a beautiful person inside and out. you raised your sons to be like you and they are kind and thoughtful and respectful so you should be proud. They will always carry your love and memories with them forever. So until we all see you again RIP my friend your journey is over and your new life begins with Our Father in Heaven. God bless your sons,grand kids and great grand kids love to my friend

Cindy&Birdie Stowell

March 24, 2014

Dear Kevin, Christine, Tony & Fay, and all of the other family members~~ We were so very sorry to hear of Sharon's passing~~ We want you to know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers~~ Your Mom was a wonderful lady that will truly be missed by many, many people~~ Just know that she is now your "Guardian Angel" watching over all of you, and we hope that you will find comfort in knowing that~~ Cherish all of the wonderful memories that you have of her...

March 23, 2014

SHARON, YOU WILL BE ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY EVERYONE WHO HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING YOU. YOU DISPLAYED SO MUCH AFFECTION FOR YOUR CHILDREN, GRANDCHILDREN, AND GREAT GRANDCHILDREN THAT THEY WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER IN THE WAY YOU INFLUENCED THEIR LIVES. WE SHARED A SPECIAL BOND BEING GRANDMOTHERS TO ALL THESE WONDERFUL CHILDREN. SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN. YOUR FREIND AND OTHER GRANDMOTHER WANDA.

Kim Justis

March 20, 2014

Kevin and Keith, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. She must have been a wonderful woman to have raised such fine Sons. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the many happy memories that you have of her.

Donna Foxworth

March 20, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the family of Sharon Linkous. May God comfort you through your time of sorrow.

Dorothy(Dottie) Seidnitzer Jenkins

March 19, 2014

To the Linkous Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. May God comfort you at this time an always.

March 19, 2014

Aunt Sharon although i didnt get to see you very often i will always have the memories when i was a lil girl you taught me how to play BINGO and all the nights i spent the night i will never forget how good you treated me i miss you and may you rest in peace and you will be forever loved love LAUREN GUNTHER(MITCHELL)and CHRISTOPHER MITCHELL JR

Alexis Reece (Romanick)

March 19, 2014

From the Romanick family our thoughts and prayers are with Sharon's family. She is following the path God laid for her. She took his hand when he called. I know that she found peace and is looking down on us this day.

linda sigler

March 19, 2014

prayers are with your family ;sharon will truley be missed and remembered by all for she was a lovely person

Angel Williamson

March 19, 2014

Momma you were a beautiful soul and I am blessed to have known you. We love you very much now you will spread your wings and protect us from above.

Tina Nicholas (Dorset )

March 19, 2014

I met Ms.Linkous when me and my kids lived across the street from her on Beall Drive . She was the most kindest ,caring person I have ever met my kids would go over there to play bingo with her and her grandchildren .She will missed by so many .To the Linkous family my heart and prayers are with you during this time .Im so sorry for your loss.

Linda Major

March 19, 2014

To the family of Sharon Linkous.My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.I have known her for many years and she was always so nice and had a smile for everyone.May God comfort you all and keep you in his loving arms.

Amber Boyce

March 19, 2014

I love you grandma! You will always be here with us!! Madelynn loves you so much too. She tells me your an angel now and your watching us in heaven! Your a wonderful woman, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. You will truly be missed. I love you so nuch! Rest in paradise!!!

Mina Andrews

March 19, 2014

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Linkous family.
Remember the blessing that she was and that she will live on forever through all of you.
She will be the butterfly that lands beside you or the ray of sunshine you need on a rainy day.
Love you all!

Cheryl Polston (Dorset)

March 19, 2014

I met Ms.Linkous when I was a little girl (Beall Dr.)...and she was the nicest, sweetest, most loving person in this world I've ever meet.... she will truely be missed by all.... and to the family im truely sorry for your loss....

Amanda Richardson

March 19, 2014

Sorry for your loss Kevin, my condolences to you and your family.

Lorie Smith-Hitchler

March 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Howard Anby

March 19, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know Mrs. Linkous, I work with Kevin. He's an outstanding person and a tribute to her as a son

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