Linda was born in Winston County on February 5, 1966, to Roger and Inez Sturch Dempsey. For 20 years she worked as a welder at Sylvester Welding in Louisville; and she had various other jobs over the years.
She is survived by her mother, Inez Dempsey; and two sisters, Lesa Wright and husband, Ricky; and Lori Dempsey all of Louisville. She is also survived by her niece and nephews: Britni Wright Stokes and husband, Jay; Tyler Wright and wife, Jennifer; Kenny Wright; and Allen Eaves. Even though Linda had no biological children, she was known to many as “Mom” or “Aunt Linda.” Linda is preceded in death by her father, Roger Dempsey.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given to the Baptist Children’s Village, c/o Mark Mathis, 1159 Pickett Road, Louisville, MS 39339.
Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
