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BORN
1938
DIED
2025
Bobby Ling Obituary
Pallbearers: Grandsons
Mr. Bobby Ling was born September 16, 1938 in Gattman, MS, to the late Stonewall Ling and the late Ellie Easter Ling. Mr. Ling was a graduate of Greenwood Springs School and attended trade school in Hamilton, MS. Bobby served in the United States Army and was a truck driver for over 30 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, yard work, and bird watching. Bobby was member of the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survived By:
Wife: Linda Ling, Gattman, MS
Son: Dewayne (Melissa) Ling, Smithville, MS
Sisters: Mary Alice (Dean) Price, Sulligent, AL
Doris (Clinton) Thompson, Shannon, MS.
Grandchildren: Eric Ling, Justin (Jessica) Ling, Colby Ling, Landon Rye, Robbie Ling
Great Grandchildren: 7
Preceded in Death By:
Parents: Stonewall and Ellie Easter Ling
Great Grandson: Liam Rye
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Melissa Ling
May 5, 2025
He was a quiet man, but had a strong shoulder for his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him..
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