Linda Jean Fowler, 74, of Waldron, Arkansas, passed peacefully from this life on November 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 30, 1950, in Waldron, Arkansas, to Thurman and Madge (Templeman) Hunt.
At the tender age of sixteen, Linda married the love of her life, Bob Fowler, on June 16, 1967. Together they built a beautiful life full of love, laughter, and devotion until Bob’s untimely passing at the age of 42. Side by side, they worked in the pulpwood industry, milling by hand – a life of hard work, but one that brought them pride and partnership.
Linda spent many years living in the Blueball/Dutch Creek area before making her home in Waldron. No matter where she was, Linda created a place filled with warmth, welcome, and love. She had a heart for caring for others, always putting the needs of family and friends before her own. That same compassion guided her to a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where she cared for countless people with gentle hands and a kind heart.
Linda loved tending her flowers and had a gift for bringing beauty to everything she touched. She was a longtime and faithful member of the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God, where her faith was her strength and her source of peace. A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Linda found her greatest joy in her family. She was known for her spotless home, her delicious cooking, and her unwavering love.
In high school, Linda was athletic and loved running track-a spirit of energy and determination that she carried throughout her life. Her family will forever remember her as a strong, selfless, and loving woman whose heart and home were always open.
Linda leaves behind four beloved children: Stacy Fowler and wife Lisa of Danville, AR, Sonya Hale and husband Randall of Waldron, AR, Sabrina Ison and husband Doug of Waldron, AR, and Josh Fowler of Waldron, AR. Granny is also survived by her cherished grandchildren: Paige, Cole, Bobby Paul, Nick, Easton, Rylan, Lindsey, Lane, Kevin, Rande, Matt, and Chad, and her adored great-grandchildren: Eli, Beau, Karsyn, Jess, Harmony, Wyatt, Dax, Reid, Piper, Brice, Tylynn and 3 great great grandchildren.
Linda is lovingly remembered by her brother Rickey Hunt and wife Betty, her sisters Kay Elliott and husband Matt, and Pam Burke and husband Chris, 10 sisters-in-law, as well as a host of extended family, dear friends, and loved ones who will miss her deeply.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bob Fowler; her parents Thurman (Gene) and Madge Hunt; her in-laws Roy and Sadie Fowler; seven brothers-in-law; three sisters-in-law.
Linda’s life was a testament to love, faith, and service. Her gentle spirit and giving heart touched everyone who had the blessing of knowing her. Though she has left this world, her light will continue to shine brightly through the lives she touched.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God in Waldron, Arkansas, with Rev. Rickey Hunt officiating. Interment will follow in the Hunt Cemetery in Blueball, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Linda’s pallbearers will be: Bobby Ison, Nick Ison, Randall Hale, Lane Fowler, Nickey Hunt, Calvin Morrow and Weston Burke.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
