Linda Joyce Rawls entered this world on February 15, 1967, as a blessing to the late Dora and Willie Rawls, in Jasper, Texas. Linda was the twelfth child born to this union.

Linda was raised in the Call, Texas, community. With faith and love in family, Linda was introduced to GOD's love at an early age. She was baptized at the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Linda continued her walk with Christ faithfully visiting various churches throughout the Houston and Sugarland, Texas, areas until her health failed.

Having been taught the value of education and hard work, Linda was a 1986 graduate of Kirbyville High School. Linda continued her education by attending and graduating from Massey Business College, receiving an associate's degree. Linda's work ethic was impeccable. Linda exemplified loyalty and a strong work ethic.

Linda worked part-time for many years at various clothing chains, Foley/Macy's and Kohls, in the Houston area. Simultaneously, Linda was employed with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as an Administrative Supervisor where she retired after 20 years of service due to her failing health.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Dora and Willie Rawls; and four siblings, Bethal, Donald Ray, Clyde, and Frankie Lee.

Linda leaves loving memories with her only son, Byron Rawls (Alicia); sisters, Melba Robertson (Carlton), Mary Kyles (Forrest), Janice Delry, and Dororthy Rawls; bothers, Billy Rawls (Herman), Harold Rawls (Christina), Herbert Rawls (Alice), and Elmer (Dickie) Rawls; grandchildren, Morgan and Brandon Rawls; aunt, Josephine Calhoun; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.