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Obituary For Linda Jean Morris Woods

In profound sorrow we announce the passing of Mrs. Linda Jean Morris Woods. Celebration of Life will be Friday, March 25, 2022 11:00am at Grissom-Clark Eastlake Chapel. Interment will be held at Forest Hill Memorial Gardens 722 Conley Road Forest Park, GA 30297. Viewing will be Thursday, March 24, 2022 2:00pm-7:00pm at Grissom-Clark Funeral Home 404-373-3191 The service will be live streamed on www.grissom-clarkfh.com under Live Video.

Linda Jean Morris Woods, of Stone Mountain, Georgia traveled to be with our Lord on Monday March 14, 2022 after reaching the blessed age of 73 years old. After a long and productive life, she transitioned peacefully surrounded by those who loved her dearly her Beloved daughter Leslie and husband Tracy. Her Beloved brother, Lawrence joined shortly.

Linda was born on August 31, 1948 in Danville, Ill. to Leona Rouse Morris and Louis Benjamin Morris. She was in the middle of six children. After graduating from Danville High School in 1967, she went to Danville Junior College for a year, and then Northern Illinois University 1968-69, and then Roosevelt University in Chicago. She graduated in May 1972.

She was recruited in Chicago to teach in Las Vegas, Nevada. She started in September 1972. After four years she went to the University of Illinois for one year and got her Masters degree in Conducting. In 1977 she started teaching in East St. Louis and married Samuel Tracy Woods, Jr. in December 1977. They lived three years in Belleville, Illinois. This union created a beautiful child, Leslie Aaron Woods. Tracy's son, Cameron joined them from time to time.

The family moved to Galesburg, Illinois in 1980 where Tracy was promoted. Linda started teaching there after 4 years. In 1987 they chose to move to Atlanta. She was a successful teacher in DeKalb County for 10 years. In 1998 she stopped teaching to bring her ill parents to live with her and family. In 2001, she started teaching in Clayton County. In 2006, she came back to teach in DeKalb County. Linda retired in 2012. Linda's teaching at all six district was very successful and above average. Her choirs got first place and superior rating in all contests they were involved.

She was preceded in glory by her parents Louis Benjamin Woods and Leona Rouse Morris. By three of her brothers: Louis Keith Morris, Leslie Carl (Veta) Morris and Lee Benjamin (Terry) Morris.

Linda is survived by her husband Tracy Woods; her daughter, Leslie Aaron Woods; her grandson, Benjamin and her stepson Cameron. Her loving sister, L. Pamela Morris and loving brother, Laurence Walter (Ella Mary) Morris. She also leaves behind a legacy including a host of family and friends.

Guest Book

Sending my belated condolences to the entire Woods family. Mrs. Woods was my elementary school music and chorus teacher at Hambrick Elementary school. She was a wonderful teacher and nearly 30 years later, I have never forgotten her. Her class was always a place of refuge and one of my happiest memories of school at that age. May she rest in peace.

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It was my pleasure to render my service in song in the home-going celebration of Mrs. Linda Woods. I truly hope that my songs uplifted and brought joy to the family and friends that attended this celebration. May God continue to uplift you and bring you peace during the days ahead. Leila Banks

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To the entire Morris/Woods family,so sorry TOO hear of Linda's passing. Linda and I were lifetime friends,we telephoned each other frequently.🌹Linda would always visit me when she came home,,My SINCERE CONDOLENCES 🌹DELORIS COLEMAN WITCHER

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It was a pleasure and honor to serve as the accompanist for Mrs. Linda and her very fine choir at/in prestigious competitions. She gave me a book of choral works that I still have to this day. I also had the pleasure of teaching Leslie piano quite a few years ago, and Tracy was a very dependable Baritone in my male chorus for many years. It is my pleasure to say that I knew a very fine mother, wife, grandmother, choral conductor and friend. Philip David Hill

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It was a pleasure and honor to serve as the accompanist Mrs. Linda and her very fine choir at /in prestigious competitions. She gave me a book of choral works that still have to this day. I also had the pleasure teaching Leslie piano quite a few years ago and Tracy was a very dependable Baritone in my male chorus for many years. It is my pleasure to say that I knew a very fine mother, wife, grandmother, choral conductor and friend. Philip David Hill

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Our hearts and payers are with your family during this time. Love Duane & Sharion Hunter

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Family, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We love you, Karen and Jimmie Davis

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Thank you, Linda Jean for being here on this Earth. For the world would have been a much darker place. Thank you forgiving me my light which still lives on. You will forever be with your family; for your values and love have been ingrained into the fibers of the Morris Woods family. Until we meet again... Love always. -Maya Glenn

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Tracy, Leslie, Ben, Laurence and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda was such a beautiful cousin and will be missed. We love you dearly, Nate & Sheree Luster and family

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Tracy, we are so sorry to hear about your wife Linda. Praying that your faith in God will strengthen you during this time. Frank and Pat Hawkins

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To the Morris-Woods family I am so sorry for your loss, you will always have your fond memories of Linda, she was a beautiful person inside and out and she will truly be missed by many, she gained her wings and will continue to watch over you guys continue to rest in the arms of the Lord. Terry

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To the Woods-Morris family, May the special memories you shared with Linda, stay with you and bring you comfort through the days ahead. With Our Deepest Sympathy & Love, Kathy & Blake

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To the Woods-Morris family, May the special memories you shared with Linda, stay with you and bring you comfort through the days ahead. With Our Deepest Sympathy & Love, Kathy & Blake

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Leslie, I'm so extremely sorry for the loss of your mom. I love you all so much!!!

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To Tracy and entire family. Her beautiful smile and wonderful sense of humor will always be remembered. Blessings and encouragement to all. Love y'all Tracy. Rita M Davis and family

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Repost: To be absent in the body means to be in the presence of the Lord. You have gained another Angel. Shall your grieve not last long but your memories last you a lifetime till you meet again. From Banesha Campbell and family.

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To be absent in the body means to be in the presence of the Lord. You have gained another Angel. Shall your grieve not last long but your memories last you a lifetime till you meet again.

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To my family may God Bless and comfort you in this time. Linda will truly be missed her smile the way she could make you laugh Love you Tracey, Leslie Aaron, Ben and L Pamela, Lawrence. Praying for your strength in the Lord. Love Jerome and Eva Nelson and Family

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My condolences to the Morris and Woods families. Michelle

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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