Service was held 1/15/25 at Christian Fellowship United Church of Christ. Arrangements entrusted to Preferred Cremation and Burial.
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Linda Faye McDowell, a beacon of kindness and intelligence, embarked on her final journey on December 23, 2024, in San Diego, California, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and accomplishment. Born on July 23, 1950, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Linda’s early years were a testament to her thoughtful nature and her unyielding commitment to personal growth and family values.
Linda’s life was rich with love and joy, shared with her beloved husband, Eddie McDowell, married 56 years, and their cherished children, Larry and Esha. Her role as a grandmother to Breelyn, Delontay, Zaria, Tykeus, and Tyere, was filled with moments of laughter, learning, and unconditional love. Linda’s family was her pride and joy, and she instilled in them the values of kindness, intelligence, and thoughtfulness.
Linda’s interests were as diverse as they were passionate. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as spending time with her grandchildren, sharing moments with Eddie, and indulging in her love for real estate by looking at houses. A competitive spirit, she delighted in card games, which were often accompanied by the sounds of laughter and friendly banter. To describe Linda as kind, intelligent, and thoughtful only scratches the surface of the remarkable woman she was. Her life was a living example that one can face adversity with grace, pursue dreams with tenacity, and cherish every moment with loved ones. Linda’s journey may remind us that life’s truest success is found in the relationships we nurture, the joy we share, and the difference we make in the lives of others.
As we celebrate Linda Faye McDowell’s life, let her story serve as a beacon for us all. May we approach each day with the same zest for life, the same commitment to family and community, and the same unwavering spirit that Linda embodied.
Linda’s departure is not an end, but a transition into a realm where her spirit will forever dance in the hearts of those she touched. Let us carry forward the lessons she imparted and the memories she gifted us, for in doing so, Linda Faye McDowell will continue to live on, a cherished soul whose life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the human spirit.
