Linda received Christ at an early age at the Ebenezer AME Church. She was a faithful/active member holding several positions. She attended Drew High School. Her favorite pastime was singing and spending time with family and friends.
Linda moved to Crossett, AR, there she united with Thomas Tolefree. She later moved back to Monticello, AR, where she met a special friend, the late Sylvester Rhodes of 37 years whom preceded her in death
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Linda was employed at Burlington Industries, she also worked in housekeeping at Days Inn, and Super 8 motels in Monticello, AR until her health failed her.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her sisters, Evelyn Sue Collins Davis, Effie Louise Rogers and Darlene Matthews Mallet.
Cherishing her memories forever are her: loving daughters, Yolanda Simpson, Sarah Rhodes, Melony Tolefree (Douglas) of Monticello; one son, Donald Bluford of Carlsbad, Mexico; two brothers, William Lee (Excie) Matthews of Blytheville, AR and Raymond Harris of Kansas City, MO; one sister, Jerry Ann (Charlie) Smith of Monticello, AR; nine grandchildren, Sherelle (Emanuel) White of Lakeland, FL, LaJada Coakley, Jordan Jefferson, Jaiden Rhodes, Dontavious Bluford, all of Monticello, AR, Don'Tavion Bluford, Dre'Kel Bluford, Jaylyn Strong all of Warren, AR, Mary K. Fite of Seagraves, TX; one great-grandson, Tyler White of Lakeland, FL. She also leaves a special Aunt Merva Dean Collins of Monticello, AR and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many loved ones and friends.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(6)
Clara Gonder-Thompson
Russellville, AR Monday, April 10, 2017 My prayers and condolences to the family and friends. I will always cherish our time together in school and outside of school. I have sweet memories.. Linda will truly be missed. I pray that God's love showers down on all with peace, guidance, strength, safety and whatever else is needed. Blessings in Jesus' name......Almeta Ruffin Miller
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 8, 2017 Rest in peace Linda KJane Summerford
, AR Friday, April 7, 2017 Prayers and condolences to all of Linda's friends and family. So sorry for your loss.Anita Smith-Riley
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 6, 2017 May God be with Donald, Yolanda, Sarah,Melody, and the entire family during your time of sorrow. May God continue to bless each of you.Judy Matthews Floyd
Las Vegas, NV Tuesday, April 4, 2017 Prayers for the family. May the lord strengthen you. Linda was my classmate.JEAN RHODES
MONTICELLO, AR Friday, March 31, 2017 Thank you, Linda for helping Bobcat during his time of need. Sarah, I am sorry that I didn't hear from you during Your time of need to help your mom. No reason to be distant. My prayers are with you. Love, Jean