Linda Locke Beasley

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick John Locke and Maxine Mc Cann Locke f Greenville, SC.

Survivors include her loving husband, Jimmy Beasley, her three daughters, Beth Beasley, Chavigny Beasley, and Jamie Gumins (Steven). She was grandmother to Maxine and BiBi Beasley, Jeb (Ashley) and Jasper House, Austin and Parker Gumins. She is also survived by Doodles Beasley, her precious dog. The family would like to thank Deb, Diane, and Betty for the kindness and comfort given to their mother.

Linda graduated from Greenville High School and attended Emory University. She married Jimmy on September 9th, 1962 and moved to Athens where she completed her bachelor’s degree at Athens State College.

She loved unconditionally and never judged anyone. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Linda was a member of First United Methodist Church Of Athens where she served on many committees. She was a member of many clubs and charitable organizations. She was passionate about her flower arranging specializing in “roadside” flowers. She was also a long time supporter of the Tennessee Walking Horse.

Linda and Jimmy enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and Africa.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a small family service was held on Thursday, April 30th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the First United Methodist Church of Athens, Alabama.