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Linda Elliott Obituary

Linda Elliott

Linda Sue Elliott, 65, of Jefferson City, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2015 at her residence, surrounded by her family, after a battle with cancer. She was born on July 22, 1949, a daughter of Ivan and Opal (McConnaughhay) Elliott.

Linda cared for children for many years in childcare. She earned a business certificate from Tri County Technical. Linda enjoyed and loved her family, and will be missed by all those who loved her.

She is survived by two children: Dennis Banta (Dawn) of Jefferson City, Melinda Benedict (Eric) of Tonganoxie, KS; five grandchildren: Andrew Banta, Austin Banta, Paige Banta, Hunter Benedict, Mason Benedict; six siblings: Eddie Hinklin, Helen Copland, Alma Walker, Elwanda Borkus, Wiley Elliott, Arlene Johnson. She was preceded in death by one brother: Lloyd Elliott.

Services will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Linda's grandchildren education fund, in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of TYLER M. WOODS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, 611 E. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, Missouri 65101. (573) 636-2424. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.Woods MemorialServices.com

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Feb. 18, 2015.

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