of West Memphis, AR

July 20, 1952 - October 2, 2023

Linda Charlene Houston returned to her heavenly home on October 2, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Lin is survived by her eternal companion, James and their four children, Heidi (Jeff) Hughes of Magnolia, MS, Michael (Kelly) Houston of Lexington, SC, Jonathan (Jaclyn) Houston of Lakeland, TN, Brian (Peggy) Houston of Proctor, AR; their fourteen grandchildren; her brother, Michael (Robin) Jones of Columbus, GA, and her sister, Becky McCain of Vicksburg, MS. She was preceded in death by her mother, Clara Jones and her father, Charles Jones.

Lin was born on July 20, 1952 in Atlanta, Georgia. During her father's military career, the family moved frequently. They lived in many places including Germany and Florida, although she felt most at home in New Hampshire. Their last move was to West Memphis, Arkansas, where she met her future husband and raised their family. They were married on July 18, 1972 in the Idaho Falls, Idaho Temple. Throughout her life, Lin was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, always putting forth effort to be forgiving and keep contention out of her home and her family. The word "gentle" has been used many times to describe her.

Lin was a diligent member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, playing the piano nearly every Sunday to share her love of music. She devoted much of her time serving others at church and volunteered extensively at her children's schools. She also helped her husband run their business, West Memphis Fire Extinguisher. Lin could often be found selflessly helping those around her and showing an outstanding example of Christlike love with her positive attitude and her kind heart. Lin had great pride for her fourteen grandchildren and acted as a loving "Nana" for all, supporting them endlessly. Her greatest desire in this life was for her family to be together and happy.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
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