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Linda Matthews Obituary

In Loving Memory Linda Matthews passed away in her home on September 24th with her family in attendance. Linda retired as Assistant Director of Nursing at Dorthea Dix Hospital in Raleigh NC. She was accredited in both geriatrics and nursing administration. She was the recipient of the prestigious NAMI award for her contributions to mental illness. Linda graduated with honors from Duke University with a masters degree in nursing informatics. She was inducted into the National Honor Society for Nursing. Linda will be remembered for her unfailing devotion to mental health. Linda, you are gone from our sight but not from our hearts. We love you.

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Published by The News & Observer on Oct. 2, 2009.

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Beth Diaz

October 5, 2009

Linda,
You will be in my thoughts and heart forever. You were a very special and dear friend. You will be missed dearly. I will miss sharing our thoughts, dreams, and heart to heart talks.

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