Linda L. Brown

Linda L. Brown, 72, of Willow Springs, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, at National HealthCare of West Plains. She was born on February 1, 1954, in Chillicothe, Missouri, to Henry and Nadine Shipley.

 

Linda loved reading her Bible and daily devotions. She treasured time spent with family and friends and enjoyed singing and playing the piano. An excellent baker, she generously shared her creations with those she loved. She also immersed herself in crafting, which brought her great joy.

 

For more than 20 years, Linda worked at Willow Care and Mountain View Healthcare, compassionately helping countless patients. She was strong and loving and was always willing to help anyone in need.

 

Linda is survived by her brother, Henry (Linda) Shipley; her daughters, Teresa (Dean Ledbetter) Tupper, Tammi (Jonathon) Tilley, and Leann (John) Dobyns; her sons, James Brown Jr. and Leroy Brown; her grandchildren, Lindsay, Eric, Whitney, Megan, Emily, Jonas, Gracie, Caleb, Addison, and Kayson; numerous great-grandchildren; and many friends.

 

She is preceded in death by her husband, James Brown, her parents; Henry Shipley, Nadine (stepfather Forest) Leamer, her brothers; Leon and Ronnie Shipley, and her grandson, Denzel Brown.

 

In accordance with Linda's wishes, no formal service will be held.

 

Arrangements by Always Faithful Memorial Services in West Plains, Missouri.