of Wilson, AR
November 21, 1948 - November 8, 2024
Linda Dawson, 75, of Wilson, AR passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. She was born in Wilson on November 21, 1948 to William Eugene and Willie Lavone Duck. Linda was a member of the Wilson Methodist Church, the President of the Wilson Cooperative Club for over 10 years and the organizer of the Wilson Book Club. She worked as a librarian for the Mississippi County Library System in Wilson for 31 years and served as recorder/treasurer for the Wilson City Council for 15+ years. Linda was devoted to her family and enjoyed reading, gardening and community service. She was a huge advocate for the City of Wilson and the go-to person for the city's history. Linda is survived by her husband of 38 years, Steve Allen Dawson; daughter, Kimberly Barnes; step-daughter, Tara Beatty; grandchildren, Lindie Claire Barnes, Luke Barnes, Lainey Barnes, Megan Beatty, Madison Beatty; brother, Kenneth Duck (Lynn) and sister-in-law, Janie Duck. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Johnny Duck. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Le Bonheur in Memphis, Tennessee.
Go with God Linda. I send my deepest sympathies to your family. I'm still in shock hearing about your passing. You were such a wonderful person.
Sending prayers to Steve and family. So sorry to hear about Linda.
Hugs and prayers, Mrs. Linda, set the bar really high for motherhood. I sure admired the way she loved.
Linda was a very nice lady. Prayers for the entire family.
Linda was always such fun and pleasant to be with. She was loved and will be missed by so many.
Our prayers are with you and the family!!
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family
Heart felt regards praying for you much
So sorry Steve, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Rest in Peace Linda.
I'm so very sorry for your loss, I give my condolences to you and your family and will keep you in my prayers
So sorry for your loss prayers to you and your family