of Marshall, AR
August 13, 1949 - May 31, 2022
Linda Carolyn Halsted, age 72, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022 at Highland Court in Marshall, Arkansas. She was born in Mark Tree, Arkansas on August 13th, 1949 to Raymond Bankston and Ella Mae Elkins Bankston.
Linda worked for 25 plus years with Area Agency on Aging. After retirement she enjoyed watching Gunsmoke, Cops and other favorite shows on TV. She liked to dance and was an excellent jig dancer. She enjoyed flower gardening and watching her hummingbirds. Linda loved being outdoors and spending time at the creek with her grandchildren. Her grandkids held her heart and time spent with them brought her much joy. Her strong presence will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends.
Survivors include her daughters, Sandra Ragland (Bradley) of Marshall, Marla Reece (Michael) of Big Flat, Michelle Orange (Hank) of Marshall, Carrie Marshall (Jovey) of Greenland and Amie Brown (Jerry Dale) of Marshall; grandchildren, Taylor Horn, Caleb Horn, Paden Horn, Isaac Ragland, Jesse Ragland, Summer Reece, Joshua Ragland, Landon Brown, Jordan Brown and Addison Brown; great-grandchildren, Jhette King and Jinner King; siblings, Dale Bankston (Darlene) of Claremore, OK and Judy Bohannon of Skiatook, OK; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family who will also mourn her passing.
Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Bankston and Ella Mae Russell; Alpha Halsted; one great-grandchild, Jase King; and siblings, Barbara Vanmeter and Gary Bankston.
Graveside services for Linda will be 1:00 PM Monday, June 6th, 2022 at Oak Hill Cemetery near Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Bradley Ragland officiating. Honorary bearers will be Taylor Horn, Caleb Horn, Paden Horn, Isaac Ragland, Jesse Ragland, Summer Reece, Joshua Ragland, Landon Brown, Jordan Brown and Addison Brown
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23 Condolence(s)
Linda Easley
Saturday, November 19, 2022
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. Lots of wonderful memories of our high school years.
Linda Estes Easley
Pat Halsted
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family.
God Bless and comfort you all.
Jerry and Carol Brown
Monday, June 6, 2022
Sorry for not making it to a good friends funeral today. Sometimes we can't do the things we used to. My heart and prayers are with all of Linda's daughters and all the family far and near. Linda has been a good friend to the Brown family many many years. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Bev Treat
Sunday, June 5, 2022
I’m so sorry for the hurt you feel in your heart for the loss of your Mom. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace that only he can. ♥ï¸
Gayle Connor
Saturday, June 4, 2022
Thoughts of Linda bring back lovely childhood memories. Love to family.
Dale and Dian King
Saturday, June 4, 2022
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your families.
Ronda Byer
Saturday, June 4, 2022
I am So sorry for your lost. My prayers are with you all in you time of grif.
Dale and Dian King
Saturday, June 4, 2022
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your families.
Debbie Watts and Craig Coffey
Friday, June 3, 2022
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Linda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your memories bring new comfort in the days ahead.
Eddie & Pam Cannada
Friday, June 3, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to each of you.
Tonya Bazany
Friday, June 3, 2022
I was honored to have cared for Miss Linda and I can say most assuredly she was happy when she was singing and dancing🥰. This will be what I’ll carry in my heart…this and the love of her family. Miss Linda…you’re dancing in Heaven now and singing in the Angels choir 🕊🕊🕊
Troy & Peggy Ragland
Friday, June 3, 2022
So sorry for your loss sending prayers for all your family ðŸ™ðŸ’—
Donny & Diann Watts
Friday, June 3, 2022
We are sorry for your loss and send deepest sympathy and prayers to all the family.
Joe & Kathy Rea
Friday, June 3, 2022
Linda was a sweet lady. Prayers for family and friends.
Duane & Karen Ragland
Friday, June 3, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you all.
Carol Patrick
Friday, June 3, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss.
I know she will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Much love, Carol
Sandra Rudder
Thursday, June 2, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Linda was a very sweet person. I have fond memories of her. She will be greatly missed. Love you all. Thinking of you and praying for you all. Love, Sandra Yerkey Rudder
Shirley J. Gray
Thursday, June 2, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Linda was a very sweet lady!
Barbara Smith
Thursday, June 2, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss, She was a really sweet lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless each one of you during this time.
Bethel Massey
Thursday, June 2, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss….
Prayers for comfort and peace during
this most difficult time..
Mike and donna treat
Thursday, June 2, 2022
So sorry for your loss. May God give you peace at this sorrowful time. ðŸ™
Jovey Mel Marshall
Thursday, June 2, 2022
The Halsted family, I will always pray for all of you have comfort, and pray God shields you all during this loss and cherish the moments Linda brought to you. Jovey Mel Marshall.
Albert & Anna Maze
Thursday, June 2, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. She was a hard working lady. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.