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Linda Lewallen
1938 - 2022
Linda Lewallen
1938 - 2022
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BORN
1938
DIED
2022
Linda Lewallen Obituary
Linda Lewallen was born on August 27, 1938 to Jack E. Harrell and Daisy Wright Harrell in DeQueen, AR and passed away on July 29, 2022 in Alexandria, LA at the age of 83. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 58 years, Bill Lewallen.
She is survived by her children, Jerry Lewallen and wife Pitty of Clarkesville, GA, Doug Lewallen and wife Connie of Natchitoches, LA and Kristy Smith and husband Delous of Destrehan, LA; grandchildren, Kyle Lewallen and wife Caroline and Baylee Smith; a great grandchild, Kemper John Lewallen; a brother, Travis Harrell and wife Judy; a brother-in-law, Dick Lewallen and wife Betty; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Linda was a graduate of DeQueen High School in DeQueen, AR. She worked for JTL Trucking in Springdale, AR where she met the love of her life, Bill. Devoted to her family and children, she spent a number of years as a homemaker taking care of their needs. Later she owned and operated the Linen Closet in Natchitoches for five years. She was involved in Tee Up for Kids and Garland County Golf Association in Hot Springs, AR. She was active in the Methodist Church volunteering her time to many functions. Just recently she returned from a family celebration where she was able to spend an extended time with each member of her family. She will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved her.
A memorial service to honor her life will be held at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church of Natchitoches with Dr. Gary Willis officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 4:00 in Bostick Hall at the First United Methodist Church on August 2nd.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Frances Cabrini Hospital Intensive Care Unit, the ER staff at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center and Dr. Chris Ingram for the care and compassion shown during such a difficult time.
Donations in Linda’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and/or to Hope for Paws in Natchitoches.
Jim Thompson
August 3, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Shaun Reed Muncy
August 2, 2022
Prayers for you and your family as you grieve. I have wonderful memories of time spent with your family. May your heart find peace with time.
Danny & Donna Donica
August 1, 2022
Linda was such a lovely (all southern) lady who we considered one of our TRUE Friends. We will truly miss her each and every day and she will live on in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are going out to the family in this time of grief and sorrow.
Donna Ortolano
August 1, 2022
Ms. Linda was so special, a real tour de force with a heart of gold. She lived an amazing life and she was massively proud of her kids and grandkids. A beautiful lady inside and out, she will be remembered and celebrated. My deepest condolences to the whole family.
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Kay Furo
August 1, 2022
My heart breaks for all of Linda’s family. She loved you dearly. Linda and Bill were great friends when they were in Hot Springs and we continued to keep in touch when she moved to Louisiana. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steven Hines
August 1, 2022
I remember her from junior high. I was roughhousing in her house as we were working on something for the NSU Middle Lab, school dance decorations or something similar, as part of Kristy’s class. She must have seen the guilty look of fear on my face. She said something to the effect of, “I’ve dealt with boys worse than you for years. Don’t worry, just tone it down a bit.” She said it with, I don’t know, kindness is as close as I can come to describing it, but that doesn’t do it justice. That simple gesture has stuck with me as an example of how to carry one’s self for four decades. I doubt she realized the impact she had on people like me, but I’m confident she’s being rewarded for her selflessness today.
Jacki Giesey
August 1, 2022
I've known Mrs. Lewallen since my teens; her son, Doug, and my brother were best friends. She was always very kind to me. I know the family will miss her deeply. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Martha Blancke
August 1, 2022
I am so very saddened to learn of the loss of my dear friend Linda. I have so many cherished memories of both Linda and Bill. I had planned to send her a birthday card, totally unnecessary now, because she is safely home with Jesus, and precious Bill. I will always love and miss them! One day all will be well with those who love and Believe in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Amen
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