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Linda Johns Obituary
June 22, 1965 - April 12, 2024
Linda Diane Worrell Johns, 58, of Huddleston, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at her residence. She was born on Tuesday, June 22, 1965 to the late Lewis Jackson Worrell, Sr. & Florence Jordan Worrell.
Linda worked as a CNA for 15 years and a LPN for 5 years. She loved all animals. Linda enjoyed fishing, doing crafts, shopping, crochet, and going to the beach. Most of all, Linda loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Alan Johns; mother, Florence Jordan Worrell; children, Christopher Lowrance (Hattie), Andrea Lowrance (Stephen), Britney Gross (Patrick), Kayla Martin (Natasha); grandchildren, Amythyst Lowrance, Sapphire Lowrance & Delilah Gross; sisters, Jeanne Worrell Bell & Gloria Worrell Hawley; brother, Lewis Jackson Worrell, Jr.; numerous nieces & nephews; all her animals whom she dearly loved; close friend, Randy Bryant.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Updike Funeral Chapel, Bedford with Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.
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Donna
December 3, 2025
Always loving you in Heaven! You were truly an Angel on Earth! Amen
Jackie Pitzer Morris
April 17, 2024
My deepest condolences for your loss. I saw the name ams her photo and it reminded me of my brothers old gf Jeanie and Sonia read the obit. Sure enough this lovely lady was her sister. If you read this Jeanie you can find me on Facebook under Jackie Pitzer Morris. Would love to reconnect with you. I am so sorry for your loss!
Andrew Martin
April 16, 2024
I am so sorry Andrea to hear of the passing of your mother. I am praying for you and your family.
Chad Powell
April 15, 2024
Andrea,
Sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for you during this time.
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Donna Bray
April 15, 2024
Sweet Angel Linda, Rest In The Precious Arms Of Jesus Amen! Much Love and Prayers to You All Amen On Jesus Name! Aunt Donna and Family!
Jamey Eddy
April 15, 2024
Andrea, so sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Diana and Ken Lester
April 15, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Andrea, and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alison (Macchia) Schooley
April 14, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Linda. God bless you all. My prayers are with you. Alison (Macchia) Schooley
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