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Obituary For Linda Rebecca Pinson
MS. LINDA REBECCA PINSON – Age 77, of Dallas, GA, formerly Dalton, GA, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026. She was born January 17, 1949 to her late parents, Joseph Pinson and Pauline Moore Pinson. Linda was a graduate of Emery Street School Class of 1967. Linda was employed by General Telephone & Electronics Corporation, later known at Alltel. She retired after 35 years of service to the company. Linda was raised in New Hope Baptist Church and later became a member of Mtn. Ridge Baptist Church.
Linda enjoyed shopping, walking and exercising at the Dalton Community Center, enjoying her Sunday rides after church, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents ; siblings, Arthur Joe Penson, William “Bill” Pinson, Edward George Penson, Thomas Franklin “Mack” Pinson, Sr., Wilma Shepherd, Frances Pinson, and Phyllis Broome.
Those left to cherish Linda’s memories are her devoted children, Rodney (Toya) O’Neal, Marlon (S. Evette) O’Neal, Emily (Barnard) Reed, and last but not least, Bradford ( Panzella) O’Neal; grandchildren; Taylor Starks Harvey, Morgan O’Neal, Jasmyne O’Neal, Landon O’Neal, and Nilah Reed; three great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Willis Funeral Home, 2011 Martin L. King, Jr., Blvd, Dalton, GA 30721, with Pastor Dr. Jerry D. Jones, Eulogist. Her remains will lie in state on Thursday from 12:00 Noon until the funeral hour. Interment; West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.
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My condolences to you and your family, Brad. May God comfort you and your siblings during this difficult time. Your mom was truly a gem — such a sweet person. I will miss her forever. Love Paige
Prayers, Condolences and Deepest Sympathy to the family.
On behalf of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church, we would like to express our deepest condolences to you Rodney, Marlon, Emily & Brad, and to the entire Family. Your Mother Linda was a very caring, compassionate and blessed woman in the Lord. She was strong and stedfast in her Faith as she loved all throughout the community. We thank God for Linda and her dedicated service to the Church and the Lord. We love you all.
Our condolences to the children and other family members of Lynn,she is at peace now,no more pain ,hurt and suffering RIH Lynn, God Bless you all
Prayers to the family, asking God for comfort and strength during difficult time. May he cover you and give you peace in knowing that Linda is home. I was fortunate to work with her at GTE & Alltel and she was such a joy to be around at work. She helped me through times at that job when I want to give up and I never forgot that
Prayers to the Family. Class of 1967
Praying for the O'Neal Family. Faye Murray Sisters and Brothers
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Rodney, Scottie, Emily and Brad, your Mother was a beautiful person inside and outside. She was just like Aunt Phyllis, always had a smile on their beautiful faces, I know Aunt Phyllis is happy, along with her parents and siblings they are all together now. I pray that God will wrap you all in His loving arms. Ms. Linda is free, no pain and no more hurt. She is at home with God.
Ms. Linda, what a beautiful woman inside and out, I will forever cherish our friendship and love that you had for me, To Brad, Scottie, Rodney and Emily thank you all for sharing your mother with me, I am praying that God gives you all peace and comfort and the strength to endure. Your mother is resting in the arms of Jesus and smiling down on her children, she is alright now.
Emily and Family, sorry for your loss. Lin was a lot of fun to be with. Now she and Becky can continue their Party. 🙏🙏🙏💐
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Lynn was so special and sweet and she will definitely be missed. You are in our prayers 🙏🏾. Torrey and Cheryl Tibbs
Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
