of Paris, AR
June 16, 1950 - May 13, 2019
Linda Kay Rhinehart Core was born June 16, 1950, at Paris, Arkansas and passed away May 13, 2019, at Baptist Health Center in Fort Smith after a long illness. She was the daughter of Dorothy and the late Kenneth Rhinehart.
Linda graduated from Santa Maria Joint Union High School in Santa Maria, California, Mellie's School of Beauty of Fort Smith, Ozark Technical College (now Arkansas Tech at Ozark) and was retired after 20 years of service as Logan County Clerk. Linda was a member of the First Baptist Church of Paris for 30 years, served as president of the County Clerks Association of Arkansas and a member of the Committee of 100 Women of Arkansas.
Linda was preceded in death by her father, grandparents, Bethel and Mae Jordan and Alfred and Maude Rhinehart; father-in-law and mother-in-law, I.J. and Pauline Core, step daughter, Michelle Garrett and sister-in-law, Helen Moore.
Survivors are Linda's husband of 49 years, Mike of Paris; two daughters, Leslie Benge and husband, Chris and Sandy Maddox and husband, Austin; her mother, Dorothy Rhinehart; a sister, Sharon Bunting and husband, David of Maumelle; four grandchildren, Emily Reese of Fort Smith, Kaden Benge, Blaine Maddox and Liam Maddox, all of Paris; two step grandchildren, Matney Brooks and Tyler Garrett and three great granddaughters.
Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., May 16, 2019, at the First Baptist Church at Paris with the Rev. Harlin Brewton officiating. Burial will follow at McVay Cemetery near Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris. Online obituary and guestbook are available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris.
Pallbearers will be Gene Davis, Billy Schwartz, Jason Rhinehart, Boe Rector, B.J. Cherry and Mark Limbird.
Honorary pallbearers will be Linda Brooks, Charlotte Davis, Diana Varner, Kaden Benge, Blaine Maddox and Liam Maddox.
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Praying for peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in you heart.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Sarah
Mike and family,
Keeping you in prayers during this difficult time.So sorry for your loss...
Sympathy,William & Paula McConnell
In my thoughts and prayers. I’m so sorry. May God give you strength and comfort with the wonderful memories and help you through the days and years ahead. Sincerely with Love, Janet
Mike, Sandy,Leslie and family,
So sorry for your loss love you guys if there is anything we can do please let us know praying for peace
Love Ricky and Kit Brooks
Praying for you, that God would bring you comfort in this time of loss.
You don't know me, but I wanted to tell you how much I appreciated Linda. She was always so helpful and accommodating when I was researching in the courthouse records. We became friends then. She was a special person. I will miss her. My prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Chris Leslie and all The Family,
You Guys are in our thoughts and prayers, Our prayers for you Guys peace.
Neal and tamara Wade
our thoughts and prayers are with you all so sorry to hear about Linda
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. The family will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Mike, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was a great friend and will be missed. My prayers are for you and your family.
Leslie and Sandy,
Sending my love and prayers.
Debbie Rainwater
My heart has hurt for you guys since the start of her health problems. So many, including myself, have prayed countless times for her healing. Then yesterday my heart broke when I heard the news that God had called her home. We, as Christians, should rejoice at the homegoing of His saints but we think only of ourselves and the void we will have in our lives while she is rejoicing in Heaven with Christ and loved ones who have gone before her. It is God's plan. Looks like He could have made a plan to comfort those she leaves behind but I am sure this was the best option because He does not make mistakes and He cares for His own. Remember 1 Thess.4:13-18. My love and sympathy,
Monty
As a young coach, I remember the support Linda gave me when Sandy was on my team in junior high. She was easy to talk to and a lot of fun. Besides that, she raised two wonderful daughters. I've always loved the Core family and will be supporting you all in prayer for the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Linda was a very nice lady.
So sorry Mike. Dana and I send our condolences to you and the family. Praying for you.
Love transcends death. Death has no power over love. Jesus proved that. May He give you comfort, strength, and peace in this moment of grieving. Linda will live on in our hearts forever.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.