Linda Lorene Haley

Linda Lorene Haley, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born in Wetumka, Oklahoma, on March 20, 1944.

On January 25, 1963, Linda married her high school sweetheart, Donald Lewis Haley, an Army Veteran. They were soon stationed in Fort Greely, Alaska, where they created cherished memories, they would share throughout their lifetime. After their time in Alaska, they returned to Shawnee, Oklahoma, to be closer to family and raise their daughters. They eventually retired to Nashville, Tennessee. Together, they built a beautiful life centered on faith, love, and unwavering devotion to family and friends. After Donald's passing, Linda moved to Canton, Georgia, and later returned to Nashville.

Linda was a woman of great faith, and her Christian values shaped every aspect of her life. While she cherished her family and friends, her greatest joy came from her grandchildren. She loved preparing family dinners and making her famous sugar cookies, bringing everyone together to enjoy. Her heart was truly poured into her home and family.

Linda often said her greatest calling was that of a mother and grandmother. Beyond that, she founded Central Oklahoma Arts & Crafts Shows & Sales, where she proudly promoted artists and craftsmen for over 20 years. She also attended Oklahoma Baptist University and was a member of Zeta Gamma chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) International Service Organization. Linda loved journaling and one of her proudest accomplishments was writing a play titled "The Book". The play was performed in honor of "Year of the Bible" which was recognized in 1983 by the Governor of Oklahoma and President Reagan.

Linda is survived by her loving daughters, Tracy Stayskal (John) and Kimberly Reynolds (Cameron); her cherished grandchildren, Luke Stayskal, Paul Stayskal (Emily), Timothy Stayskal (Anna Grace), Haley Reynolds Patterson (Ian), and J. Preston Reynolds; her sisters, Olivia Neal (Glen) and Elaine Kieffer (Joe); and many beloved nephews and cousins.

A family service will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, where Linda will be laid to rest beside her husband at the Christ Church Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are through Woodbine Funeral Home-Hickory Chapel in Nashville, Tennessee.