In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one brother, J.D. McClure, and a widow to two husbands, Melvin McKinney, and Richard Bates.
She is survived by her sister, Ione Lloyd Easterling; nephew, Michael Lloyd (Beverly); three nieces, Lanelle Beavers (Rudy), Michelle Blake, and Shanna Baker (Greg); a host of great nieces and nephews; one step-son, Jay Bates (Jennifer), two step-daughters, Jana White (Ben), and Jenny Bates; 9 step-grandchildren; and a special sister in law, Pat Thomas.
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Stephenson-Dearman. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery at Rye, AR. Please sign Mrs. Linda's guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(12)
Cliff Gibson
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 25, 2023 I just learned about Linda passing. As Beverly Cokely said, Linda was a sweet, kind soul. Also like Beverly, I well remember the McClure family and their general store located on the old way into Dermott, and I remember Linda being at Drew Farm Supply in Monticello. The world will be a much poorer place without Linda, but heaven will be much improved! My sincere condolences to the family.Dianne Herring
Dermott, AR Tuesday, May 23, 2023 So sorry to hear about Linda. Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.Dianne Herring
Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 23, 2023 So very sorry for your loss, she was a sweet person she is and will be missedMandy Morphis
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 23, 2023 There was a lot to admire of Linda but the thing I admired most was- if she loved you, you knew it. She was never ashamed to show her love of someone. What a wonderful woman.KT Patten
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 23, 2023 To know you was to love you and what a blessing to have known you.Many condolences,love and prayers to your family. Gone but could never be forgotten. Always in our hearts and on our minds.
Jody Gladden
Monticello, AR Monday, May 22, 2023 SO sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was a sweet, sweet lady!Linda Doughty
Muskogee, OK Monday, May 22, 2023 Ione, Lanelle, Michelle, Shannon, Michael and family’s.. I am so sorry.. 😢 I love this lady so much and I am sure going to miss her. I am sending you all lots of Love, Prayers and Hugs!!Much Love, Linda Kay
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Betty Bradley-Russell
Monticello, AR Monday, May 22, 2023 Prayers for the familyKathryn Allen
Houston, TX Monday, May 22, 2023 To the family Linda Bates, so sorry to be seeing the passing of Linda.Condolence to Ione her sister and the rest of family.
Our prayers go out to you at this time. Don and Kathryn Allen
Beverly Cokley
Dermott, AR Monday, May 22, 2023 Ione and Family:I am so sorry for your loss of this sweet, kind soul. I remember your entire family with much love and happiness. They were wonderful people. I know that Linda is happy now that she is reunited with them. They were all so good and kind to me, and hold a special place in my heart. Bless you and your family. I will not forget them or you.
Deepest Sympathy,
Beverly Cokley
James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Monday, May 22, 2023 Ione and FamilyWe are so sorry for the loss of Linda. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
James and Kathy
Corean Johnson
JACKSONVILLE, AR Saturday, May 20, 2023 Sorry for your loss. pray for the family.