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Linette Bradsher
December 26, 1965 - December 20, 2010

Miss Carol Linette Bradsher was born on Sunday, December 26, 1965 daughter of Wally Bradsher and Brenda Qualls Bradsher. She died Monday, December 20, 2010 in Bay, Ark., at the age of 44 years 11 months and 24 days. She was born in Jonesboro, Ark. and had lived her lifetime in Trumann. She was a Hairdresser and member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Survivors include her mother, Brenda Bradsher of Bay; her father, Wally Bradsher of Trumann; stepfather, Larry Tibbs of Bay; special grandmother, Maxine Qualls of Trumann; and special friend, Susan White of Trumann. Funeral service will be Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Loggins officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Ark. Active pallbearers will be Ronnie Ford, Ed Bell, Keith White, Jerry Lawler, Tommy Bradsher, and Kerry Bradsher. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12:00 noon until 1:30 p.m. at the Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Jon Stewart, Chicago, IL says
    January 5, 2013

    My sympathies to Linette's entire family and friends. She was a true lady and one of the nicest people that I have ever met. I will always remember her smile and warm personality.

  2. randdy newcomb, benton ar says
    January 25, 2011

    maxine brenda so sorry for you loss will see ya wendesday

  3. Jamie Brigance, Wilson, AR says
    January 16, 2011

    Brenda and family,We were so sad to hear of your loss. Linette was a sweet and special girl. We have fond memories of her from her younger days in Wilson. She was beautiful on the inside and out!You, Wally and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you.Our love,Mike and Jamie

  4. Darline NANCE Casey , says
    January 1, 2011

    Wally, so many memories of Linette, from the beginning when her grandmother babysit, Shane, Christopher, Stephanie @ Linette, she was a beautiful child. I know that we ask the big question "WHY" as I ask every year on the anniversary of my brother, Leroy's death,Dec. 27. So many things you would have loved to talk about @ never had the time. Questions unanswered, but only GOD has them, we just have to believe. We will all join our families one day in heaven, until then, continue to pray for peace in your heart, as I do. My love to you and family. Darline

  5. Paula Lambert-Carbone & JoDawn Garlinghouse, Boston, Ma says
    December 26, 2010

    Our deepest sympathies to Wally,Brenda,and Grandma Mac

  6. Robin Hawk, Hardy,ar says
    December 25, 2010

    Linette, we will miss you,and I know that your looking down on us with that beautiful smile of yours. You were a good friend to me and my family; We always had fun and we will again in the golden gates of Heaven, until then my friend,rest in peace. May God be with her family and friens in their time loss. May god bless you all in your time of sorrow. A Men.

  7. Lisa Wilson Cochran, Nashville,TN says
    December 24, 2010

    Dear God, I sit thinking of Linette's family & friends, I ask U 2 give US Strength 2day! We tend to ask "WHY" did you take such a loving & caring person, but we must NOT question, just rejoice in the time we had with her on earth & NOW she is with U in HEAVEN-"WOW"- WONDERFUL feeling!! U have a PRECIOUS GUARDIAN ANGEL LOOKING DOWN ON US not wanting US to be SAD. Rest in Peace Linette with OUR HEAVENLY FATHER!!!

  8. Ola Jane(Everhart) Miles, Horseshoe Lake Ar says
    December 23, 2010

    Wally, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

  9. Kimberly Davis Moore, Memphis, TN says
    December 23, 2010

    We are going to miss you. Love Kimberly

  10. Susan Davis, Trumann, AR says
    December 22, 2010

    Wally,I am so very sorry for you loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  11. Donna Loyd Hilton, Blytheville Arkansas says
    December 22, 2010

    Linette was one of the funniest, yet sweetest people I've ever known. I know she is flipping handsprings with the angels and making them laugh! I will miss her sweet face- Donna

  12. Cindi Leenerts, Heber Springs AR says
    December 22, 2010

    Brenda, I was so sad to read of this in the Little Rock paper. I pray for your healing, and strength. God bless you all!Cindi (Feezor) Leenerts

  13. julie eddings ( ward / wood ), Manila, ar says
    December 22, 2010

    Brenda, You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time or sorrow. Sharon Wilkey called us last night and told me what happen to linette.. My heart goes out to you. God will carry you though this and will be there for you. Love ya Julie Eddings ( ward/wood )

  14. Rodney & Tammy May, Elieabeth Ar (Hand Cove Lake Norfork ) says
    December 22, 2010

    R.I.P.

  15. brenda raper, batesville says
    December 22, 2010

    I will be praying for you all.

  16. Jane McAnally, Jonesboro, AR 72404 says
    December 22, 2010

    Sorry for your loss. Thinking of and praying for you.

  17. Karen (Rouse) Eldridge, Bay, Arkansas says
    December 22, 2010

    To the family,I'm so sorry for your loss. Linette and I were childhood friends. When I lived in the Swaney Addition across the street from her. We always played outside together, I have so many good memories of those years. May God give the family the comfort you need at this time. I'm praying for you.

  18. Jerita Lairson, Judsonia,Ar says
    December 22, 2010

    I am deeply sorry for your losses. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace. Linette you will be missed!!! Love you 4 ever Jerita Lairson

  19. Joe & Janet Latham, Imboden AR says
    December 22, 2010

    So sorry for your loss. We lived next door to Brenda's mother in Mr. Hammell's house when Brenda and Wally got married.

  20. Dwight Baker, Fort Worth Texas says
    December 22, 2010

    I wish I could be there in person but have some work this week that I can't skip. I am so glad to have met your daughter as an adult to see how well she turned out. Sarah Mclachlan's words from her Angel song say it best for me."You're in the arms of the angelMay you find some comfort there"

  21. Tracy Wright, Trumann, Ar. says
    December 22, 2010

    Grandma Mack, Brenda and Wally,Word cannot express how I feel, I have so many childhood memories from growing up on Swanny St. playing with Linette and staying all night with her at Grandma Mack's house.My hear breaks for your family and you are in my thoughts and prayers.Tracy Mott Wright

  22. Cathy Tatum, Jonesboro AR says
    December 22, 2010

    Brenda,I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter. I pray God wil carry you though this horrible ordeal.I Love YouCathy

  23. Jimmy~N~Kimberly Creecy, Trumann,Ar. says
    December 22, 2010

    Words cannot explain the sadness that we feel and have in our hearts for the loss of a wonderful friend we had in you. We both miss and are gonna continue to miss and love you dearly and just know while you are there in heaven that we have not and will not ever forget you,your kindness and warm smiles. God has you in his world now and the angels are all around you singing and rejoicing because another child has come home Angel...May you have a very Happy Birthday In Heaven. Our thoughts and many prayers go out to the family and all of the other friends as well. Love Jimmy and Kimberly Creecy.

  24. Stephanie (NANCE) Warhurst aka Little Leroy, Trumann, AR says
    December 22, 2010

    Wally B, I love you SO MUCH! I am SO SORRY for your pain...I know dad and Linette are having a good ole' time up there, so many stories that I've heard, you were my dad's best friend....I just wanted you to know I am praying for you and love you so much! Thank you for always giving me that awesome smile Wally B...Love, Steph aka Little Leroy

  25. Debbie Martin, Little Rock says
    December 22, 2010

    Wally, Brenda, and Maxine,I am so very sorry to hear about Linette. She always had a smile or laugh when you saw her. I know your hearts break. Praying that God will comfort you all.

  26. connie cook, memphis says
    December 22, 2010

    Linette I will miss u every day. Love ya

  27. Donna Melton Winn, Batesville, Arkansas says
    December 22, 2010

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. A special prayer for Aunt Maxine from Mary Frances Qualls Melton and family..

  28. Brent Baker, Trumann, AR says
    December 22, 2010

    My deepest sympathy to your family in this time of need. Linette lived her life on her own terms, and theres a lot to be said for that. If there is anything I can do for any of you...Im just next door!!!

  29. Teresa Hudgen Minick, Trumann,Ar says
    December 22, 2010

    your smile will be missed.R.I.P. Linette

  30. Gary and Tracy White, Trumann, AR says
    December 22, 2010

    We are very sorry for your loss...Linette was a great friend and classmate of ours and we will always remember her. We pray for peace and comfort for her entire family and friends.

  31. Laura Baker, Mobile, AL says
    December 22, 2010

    Wally,I am SO sorry to hear about Linette. She was loved by many and will be extremely missed by all. My prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Take care. Love, Laura

  32. BERNICE BROCK, Keiser, Ar. says
    December 22, 2010

    BRENDA, I WAS SO SHOCKED AND SADDENED BY YOUR LOSS OF LYNETTE. THERE ARE NO WORDS I CAN SAY TO EASE THE PAIN YOU MUST HAVE. JUST KNOW THAT GOD PROMISES TO TAKE OUR BURDENS ON HIM AND HELP US ALL ALONG THE REST OF OUR DAYS AND COMFORT US WITH HIS LOVE AND BLESSINGS! LOVE, BERNICE BROCK

  33. Hester (McMahan) Hogan, Trumann, Ar says
    December 21, 2010

    Dear Family, I am so sorry to learn of your loss of your precious Linette. Only time and GOD will heal you heart and your spirit. Please know rhat I am praying for you. In Christ Love, Hester (McMahan) Hogan

  34. mike sullivan, trumann ar. says
    December 21, 2010

    my prayers are with all friends and family of linette's.she leaves behind so many.i will miss you my friend!

  35. Whitney Lynn-Green, Trumann, AR says
    December 21, 2010

  36. Paula (Austin) McHalffey, Trumann, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    Linette, you were a great friend and person. I will cherish the memories of our years in school together.Our trip to Florida after we graduated High School is something that I will always remember. We had a blast didn't we? I will miss seeing you. May God hold you tight and give you comfort. Go fly with the Angels!!!! Luv ya !!!!!

  37. ann benson, Trumann says
    December 21, 2010

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bradsher family, and all of Linette's loved ones. She was loved by so many. She was my friend.

  38. Terry McCrary Bankston, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    You will always have a special place in my heart.

  39. Mike Johnson, Jonesboro Arkansas says
    December 21, 2010

    I send my condolences to the Bradsher family at this most dificult time in their life. My prayers are with them. I've known Linette for over 30 years and she was loved by all that had the chance to know her.

  40. Bryan and Randi Jo Kelso, Bella Vista, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    Our deepest sympathies.....

  41. Tracy Loggins, Jonesboro, Ar. says
    December 21, 2010

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this most difficult time. Linette was always a kind and thoughtful freind and we will all miss her.

  42. Lavon Munson, Trumann, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    My prayers go out for family and friends. You will be missed by all "My Friend"...Rest In Peace!

  43. Billy & Patsy Adams, West Memphis, Ar. says
    December 21, 2010

    Wally, Brenda, Ms. Oualls, and Susan.You were blessed with having such a great Daughter, Grandaughter and Friend. She was always the same no matter where she saw you. She will be truly missed in person and Facebook.

  44. Suzanne Sullivan, Camp Ar says
    December 21, 2010

    So sorry about your loss Wally , the time was not right I am so sure , she was way to young .God Bless you and the family

  45. Paula Dudley, Pocahontas, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    RIP Linette.. You will be missed.

  46. Kathy Hendrix Gott, Jonesboro says
    December 21, 2010

    I am so so sorry for this terrible loss. I will be praying for all of you.

  47. Sam, Jennifer Bennett & Family, Joiner, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    Ms. Brenda we are very sorry to hear about Linette. You and your family will be in our prays.

  48. Tammy McNatt, Trumann, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    Our prayers go to to your family and may you be a peace with the Lord in Heaven. You will be missed by many. Jimmy and Geneva WilliamsShawna, Trey, Kelsey NewTammy Williams McNatt and Trandon.

  49. Scott & Lisa (Wilson) Cochran, Nashville, TN says
    December 21, 2010

    Wally, Scott and I just wanted you to know that we are praying for you and your family at this time of sorrow. We are sorry for your loss but know that God has another beautiful angel that will be looking down on you.Sincerely,Scott & Lisa Cochran

  50. Susan Hendrix Thompson, Colt, AR says
    December 21, 2010

    Brenda, Walley and Maxine, my heart and prayers are with you all at this time. Linette was always such a sweet person with a beautiful smile. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her.Susie

  51. Anna Talbot , says
    December 21, 2010

    She was precious with a full heart and lived her life with passion and she will so be missed by so many!

  52. Shelby O'Brien-Glaze, Trumann says
    December 21, 2010

    Wally,Brenda,and Maxine,So sorry for your loss.With deepest sympathy.

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