Linda Stodghill

Linda Sue Stodghill passed away peacefully in Richardson, Texas on October 17, 2025. She was born to William and Lois (Brown) Gibson on April 2, 1942. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister-in-law, Janeice Hargrave and great nephew, Jace Hanna. Linda was born and raised in Hooks, Texas, where she attended a little country school before continuing her education at North Texas College. Dedicated and hardworking, she built a remarkable 30-year career as an executive secretary—spending most of that time at Raytheon. Earlier in life, she also worked with Shell Oil Company for a brief time. She met the love of her life, Lyndon, on a blind date arranged by her pastor who attended school with Lyndon, and the two were married on November 23, 1966. For 56 wonderful years, they shared a life full of laughter, love, and lasting memories. Faith was an important part of her life. She was an active member of the Country Church in Tyler and volunteered with FBC Richardson, where she brought smiles to children by making puppets with her women's group and delivered them to the children's hospitals. Though she was known for being quiet and all business, she had a wonderful warmth about her. She loved to host and threw great parties, always making sure everyone felt welcome. She had many talents—organizing trips, helping with church events, and always being someone you could count on. She loved to cook and took pride in creating a home filled with love and comfort. Immaculate and beautifully dressed, she was meticulous in all things and carried herself with grace and pride. Above all, she was truly the best girl in the world—steady, loving, dependable, and deeply cherished by everyone who knew her. Her kindness and strength left a lasting impression on everyone she met, and her legacy will continue in the lives of the family and friends who loved her so dearly. Left to cherish Linda's memory is her husband, George Lyndon Stodghill; sister, Betty (Gibson) Hanna and husband, Paul; brothers in law: Travis Stodghill and wife, Donna and Dale Stodghill and wife, Margie, Robert Hargave; nephews: Ryan Hanna, Derek Stodghill and wife, Abby, Drew Stodghill and wife, Jane; nieces: Angela Corder and husband, Shawn, Amy Brookshire and husband, Zachary; great nieces and nephews: Jocelyn Hanna, Cindy Corder, Claire Corder, Boyce Brookshire, Abel Brookshire, Eli Brookshire, Natalie Stodghill, Dean Stodghill, Glynn Cueto, as well as many extended family member and friends, all of whom love Linda dearly. The family will be having a private service.

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Linda Stodghill

October 17, 2025