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Lynda loved all the fun things in life, but her great love and legacy was her family. She considered that her greatest achievement and she loved them with her whole heart. She had a passion of caring for people. Lynda found joy in the outdoors, gardening in her spare time. She graduated from Greenville High School in 1976 then proudly joined the United States Navy in 1977. Lynda then went on to attend Gulf Coast Community College and graduated as an RN in 1997 then FSU in 1999 with her MSN and the University of South Alabama with her APRN in 2009. She leaves behind a legacy of love and inspiration to all who knew her.
Her memory will forever be treasured by her husband of 44-years Hanan Drinkard; daughter, Sandra Drinkard (Jeremy Head); son, Justin Drinkard; granddaughter, Madison Drinkard; parents, Homer and Carol Tharp; sister, Donna Ussery (Billy Ussery); nephews, Steven Ussery (Nika) and Morgan Ussery (Brooke); niece, Katelyn Vaughan (Will).
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Heritage Funeral Home, Panama City. A Celebration of Life will follow in the chapel at 2:00 PM with Michelle McDonald officiating.
Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Lynda Jane Drinkard.
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Deborah Stidham
September 18, 2025
I first met Lynda while she was working with Dr. A. My family was going thru a very hard time, and she knew I was stressed about something. Not only did she take care of her patients but also listened. A very rare attribute these days.
Michael McDearis
December 6, 2024
Michael McDearis 12/06/2024.
I just learned the best care provider I've ever known has passed in October 1 2024. Lynda J Drinkard was a truly amazing woman as a care provider and as personal friend thzt helped me with ptsd from in Afghanistan. She had a heart of gold and will be missed by many friends co workers and her loving family. An angel of god has went home to our father god be with her family and give peace to them all.
Caroline G Whitney
October 22, 2024
The sweetest primary care dr I ever had. Spent an hour with me going over my bloodwork results to calm my panic that I had a serious problem. Prescribed exercises that really worked and have since really helped my edema. I would have liked to have gone to her memorial but found out too late. I dont even know how she died but I hope she was sleeping soundly when she was called home.
Deborah
October 20, 2024
I met Lynda at my primary care Dr. A. She was very attentive and always listened. She was a very hard worker with a kind heart. She was a couple of weeks younger than me. Fly high Lynda. I know you will be missed.
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Tracey Kruel
October 17, 2024
Lynda was my doctor but she was much more than that to me. We were the same age so talking to her was easy. I loved my visits with her! After catching up, we would go over my labs line by line. She explained each result to me and how it related to my overall health. I learned so much from her, she was sooo good at her profession! I will, going forward, measure my caregivers by standards of care she taught me. I think she would like that. Lynda, I can see you as an Angel
Heather
October 17, 2024
Linda was my medical provider, but also my precious friend. We had similar issues in life and often comforted each other at my appointments. We understood each other without judgements and understood similar pains of life that was going on. Linda, precious lady you will be greatly missed. My heart hurts at the news of your passing. You were a great friend to me and I appreciate and will miss our conversations. My highest respects and love sweet sister. Rest now in the arms of the Lord.
Becky connelly
October 17, 2024
She was a very very best dr. I've ever had always made sure I took care of myself, was there at the hospital when I had my fault bladder removed, just to check up on me. She really cared about her patients. I'm gonna miss you Linda, no other dr. Can ever take your place, you were the best of the best.
Barbara Osborne
October 11, 2024
Lynda and I met over in Guam back in the early 1980s. She was always so nice and friendly. She and Hanan followed us to Jacksonville after they left Guam. Lost touch over the years, but always will remember how kind and friendly she was.
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