Dr. Adrian Smith Lineberger

1929 - 2017

Dr. Adrian Smith Lineberger

1929 - 2017

BORN

1929

DIED

2017

Adrian Lineberger Obituary

Published by Salem Funerals & Cremations - Reynolda Rd. on Nov. 22, 2017.
Dr. Lineberger was born on January 2, 1929 and passed away on Monday, November 20, 2017. Dr. Lineberger was a resident of North Carolina at the time of passing. He graduated with honors in 1952, and married the love of his life, Libba Roe, in 1953 during medical school at UNC. After graduating from medical school in 1955, his medical residencies in Pathology carried him into the United States Air Force in which he reached the rank of Captain while serving at Ohio State University and at Scott Air Force base near St. Louis. His sports allegiances were to his alma mater, the Tar Heels, followed closely by the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, from where his four sons collectively received five degrees. Memorial services have not been set by the family, but memorials may be made to Salemtowne Residents' Assistance Fund (2000 Salemtowne Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106); online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com; and letters may be sent to: Steve and Molly Lineberger, 2800 Country Club Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104; Jim and Beth Lineberger, 314 Friendship Circle, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; Smitty and Sharon Lineberger, 4687 Eagle Pointe Ct, Denver, NC 28037; or John Lineberger, 1809 Trey Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403. Memorial services have not been set by the family, but memorials may be made to Salemtowne Residents' Assistance Fund (2000 Salemtowne Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106); online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com; and letters may be sent to: Steve and Molly Lineberger, 2800 Country Club Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104; Jim and Beth Lineberger, 314 Friendship Circle, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; Smitty and Sharon Lineberger, 4687 Eagle Pointe Ct, Denver, NC 28037; or John Lineberger, 1809 Trey Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403.

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Elizabeth (Beth) Morgan

February 2, 2024

I worked at Mount Vernon Hospital as a medical transcriptionist for 27 years, and knew Dr. Lineberger well. He was always friendly and never in a rush, and I would often stop in his office and chat when I had medical reports for him to review. So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful person.

Karen O

May 31, 2022

No personal memories, but Dr. Adrian S. Lineberger was the Air Force doctor who delivered me in the later 1950´s. His history shows that he was stationed at Scott AFB, Illinois. My mom later named my younger brother Adrian in his honor. Dr. Lineberger sounds like an amazing man. My condolences to his family.

M T

November 29, 2017

May God who "binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this time of sorrow. (1Cor 1:3,4)

Michael Bate

November 27, 2017

I never met Adrian, but his son John is a special neighbor of my mother's in Wilmington. After reading Adrian's Memorial I can see where John got his generous and helpful spirit. My condolences to the family.

Jim Everette

November 27, 2017

Just read of "Smitty's" death in the Wilmington Star News. Prince of a man, loving husband, father and grandfather that gave himself to loving others, especially his family. His humble spirit will be missed by many. He set the standard high.

Mike Queen

November 25, 2017

Smitty was one fine man. He left quite a legacy for all of you. Blessings.

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