Linda Parrish, 72, of Farmington, AR passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 at her home. She was born November 13, 1949 in Fayetteville to R.J. and Oleta Terry Ferguson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, R.J. and Oleta Ferguson, husband, Darrell Parrish; a brother, Terrel Ferguson; father and mother-in-law, Hubert and Melva Parrish; and a brother-in-law, Wayne Counts.
Linda was a loving mother and grandmother. She was known as “Grandma Linda” to everyone. She enjoyed flea markets, decorating and attending church. Linda loved spending-time with family and friends. She was always present for family events.
She is survived by a daughter, Kristi Parrish- Mourton and husband Kenneth of Fayetteville; two sons, Darin Parrish and wife Marcia of Fayetteville and Chad Parrish and wife Amber of Fayetteville; two brothers, Allen Ferguson and wife Kathy and Randy Ferguson; two sisters, Brenda Phillips and husband Keith and Marsha Marley and husband Jeff; a sister-in-law, Janice Ferguson; 5 grandchildren, Colton, Cody, Madison, Cambry and Megan Parrish; a brother-in-law, Wayne Parrish and wife Frances; a sister-in-law, Darlene Counts; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and all who affectionately called her “Grandma Linda”.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Beard’s Chapel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Friday, September 2, 2022 at Beard’s Chapel with Pastor Jasper Hankins officiating. Interment will follow in Baptist Ford Cemetery.
I am so very happy that I became friends with Linde when I moved to Farmington. I don’t think I’ve ever met a classier lady. She and I enjoyed a lot more ice cream together than we probably should have, but it sure was fun. I will treasure the fact that I went to see her on Wednesday, and we had a long talk and a lot of hugs. God has has a beautiful new Angel.
This made me smile. Thank you.
I’m so sorry to hear about Linda. She was always the same anytime I saw her. Will always remember the hugs.
Thank you
Have known Linda and family since I was a young girl. They lived down the street from our farm and my Mom worked with Linda at Dr Mashburns office . We have such fond memories of her and Darell raising Kristi, Darren and Chad. She was just the funniest and sweetest lady you would ever have the joy of knowing. She had a contagious laugh and such a beautiful smile. She loved her children and grandchildren with such passion and loved to share updates when we would run into her at Walmart or Lowes!
She will be greatly missed but Chad, Kristi and Darren know that she’s in heaven free from pain and watching over all of you.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
Kathy Parker Mastalez, Sally Rose and family
God speed sweet friend! Peace and comfort to Linda’s family, you are all in my thoughts.
Awww thank you sweet friends.
Darin and family, so sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers from Rusty and me
So sorry to hear of Linda passing. We loved her dearly. Will surely be missed. Am praying for all of her family
Our condolences and the Lord’s comfort, blessings and strength to your family in this time of loss.
So sorry to learn of Linda’s death. I spent many great times with she and Darrell when I coached Chad in Babe Ruth baseball . Linda has always been a class act. She so loved her family,
I have many memories of the Ferguson family, and of the Parrish family. Time is slipping away and our loved ones too. One by one….
Chad, Darin and Kristi you are in my thoughts.
Linda will be so missed. She was the sweetest lady – always happy, smiling, and usually chatting about her family – especially the grandkids. What a precious lady! Love and prayers to all the family. Thinking of you, Marsha, during this difficult time.
Well that took my breath away and then stabbed my ❤️
So very sorry to see this, my deepest condolences to all whom she has left behind.
You will forever be, Grama Linda to me! RIP
My deepest condolences and prayers to her family during this very sad time of great loss.
I did not know Linda, but I know the Lord called another angel to take her special place in heaven, yet she will live on in your hearts and memories always.
Rest in peace Linda. 💐❤🌹👼
My condolences to the family, you’re all in my thoughts and prayers
Forever grateful for our lifetime of love, dear friendship, & possibly a few shenanigans along the way! Thank you for the MANY precious memories, until we meet again.
Forever in my heart.
I’m so sorry for your loss . She was such a sweet lady . My prayers are with all the family.God bless you all
I am so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. We were good friends in high school and I spent many a night at her home. M y boyfriend and I double dated with Linda and Darrel several times and had a lot of fun. I will remember her as a very nice, fun, and refreshing person. May God bless her and her family.
There’s so many good times to remember from high school on. Linda was a great friend, and loved to talk about the grandkids. She was so proud of her family.
Sending my deepest sympathy.
Praying for the Lord’s comfort and strength for all family and friends. I have so many memories of times spent together while living next door to Janice and Terrell. Linda certainly will be missed by many.
What a precious Woman. Our deepest sympathy to the family. She will be dearly missed and forever cherished.
Joe & Tina Batlle
She was beautiful and kind and I’m so grateful I met her. Thinking of you all in this time 🙏🏼🙌🏼
I knew Linda and Darrell for many many years and her parents
She will be greatly missed
Family you are in my prayers
God Bless
Linda was one of the sweetest people you could ever meet.
She loved her animal print, well everything animal print and she loved sparkly and shiny things.
She had the most infectious smile and had a great sense of humor.
I had the privilege of working with her for years and wish it could have gone on many more years.
The world is a little darker without her in it.
Rest well, sweet lady. I love you and will miss you.
Knew Linda and Darrell for years. Went to school together. She was a sweetheart. Loved her. My prayers for her family. She will be missed. But know she is healthy and happy now. Again prayers for the family.
Linda and Darrell used to babysit my sister, brother, and I at our little house near Lake Sequoyah. She was always so much fun to be around. Turns out, we are related on both sides of my family. Linda’s grandmother, Lola was my paternal Grandmother, Ola’s sister. I be can remember visiting Aunt Lola as a little girl. Ola and Lola named their daughters Oleta and Clovita. I’m not exactly sure how we are distantly related on the Mhoon side of my family. I always felt so luck when we were invited to Cousin Oleta’s house on highway 16 East for a family cookout. I remember Linda as being not only gorgeous but very very lucky to have so many brothers and sisters. I even remember when Marsha was born. Brenda was the middle sister and as beautiful as Linda and Marsha. Terrell, Allen, and Randy are the brothers I remember, I believe Randy was the closest to my age. Linda was kind, compassionate, and always had a hug for me when I would run into her. She loved to come to garage sales and we shared a fascination with old and vintage decorations. I admired her so much in the way she helped her brothers. I think it was Terrell she gave a kidney to and I remember her saying she wished she could give her eyes to Allen. The macular degeneration she suffered with is a gene carried by my family, too. I missed Oleta’s funeral due to illness, but plan to come to visitation to see the family. Linda will be greatly missed, but I’m happy she has now been reunited with her husband, brother, mother, and grandmother along with all those friends and family who have gone home before her. Rest In Peace, Dear Linda. We shall meet again.
Please accept my condolences. Linda was a very loving and caring person.
Kim Salsbury Pendergraft
Rest in peace my friend. The fun we had in Latin class and on the bus rides to ballgames! Praying for comfort for her family.
What a special lady. She always had the biggest smile and cutest laugh. She will be missed greatly but Heaven gained a true angel. Praying for God’s presence during this difficult time. Sorry could not make the services, we are out of town. ❤️🙏❤️🙏
Sorry guys. I loved her and want to be there , but I had a bone biopsy today and my doctor said it would be too much. I had plans to come but after what my doctor said I’d better stay home. Linda was so kind and always took care of me I’ll always have great memories. Love you all!
So sorry for your loss. Linda was one of the nicest people I know. She always wore a smile and just made me feel good. Heavens getting one of the good ones!
I’m out of town and can’t make the funeral. But I wanted you to know I have been running some of the good times through my mind. I pray God gives you peace during this time.
My friend you were a special lady and had many friends including me. I have known you and family since grade school. Didn’t we have some good times. So sorry you had to leave us because we could have eaten more donuts and drank more coke together. Hope they have a lot of that I heaven for you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family now and may they always know how much you loved them. You will be missed. Always in my heart and memories
Linda and her brothers and sisters have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I’m thinking of you today as you lay your dear sister to rest. I hope you’re very much comforted knowing that now now she is at peace, and resting in the arms of Jesus. Love from Vicki Keen-Moore
Linda you were a lot fun when we visited you and wen you came out here. Will never forget when uncle RJ br ought home that pony. We all had such a good time. I will miss you and I love you. Karen
Still in shock. Can’t believe this. I am so sorry for all of you!!! We will miss her and all of the happy memories we share.