Linda S. McGinty

Linda Sue (Bates) McGinty, 70, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on Wed., Dec. 14, 2022, after a years long battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Born to Dolores and Alvie Bates, Linda graduated from Wichita Heights High School in 1970, then attended Wichita State University, where she was a member of Tri Delta Sorority. In 1981, Linda married her high school sweetheart, Donald McGinty. They have three children together. Linda was an active member of St. Thomas Aquinas parish, where she belonged for many years, as well as a supporter of various charitable causes. Linda enjoyed reading, watching Shocker basketball and Chiefs football, and being a grandma.

Linda was preceded in death by her son, Jonathan McGinty; daughter, Laura McGinty; parents, Dolores and Alvie Bates; and brothers, Jerry, John, and Robert Bates. She is survived by her husband, Donald McGinty; daughter, Melissa (Justin) Brown; grandchildren, Hattie and Silas; sister, Barbara Watkins; brother, Bill (Virginia) Bates; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A private family memorial is planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Rainbows United (rainbowsunited.org/donate) or Wichita Children’s Home (www.wch.org/donate) in memory of Linda McGinty.