The Richmond News, March 15, 2024

Linda Graham

Linda Marie Graham (Pearon), 78, of Sedalia passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. Linda was born Aug. 15, 1945, in Kansas City, the daughter of Raymond and Minie (Todd) Pearon. She was united in marriage to Billy Graham Sr. He preceded her in death. Survivors include her life partner of 16 years, Richard Brownfield; son, Virgil Stevens; and two daughters, Susie Rodriguez and Minie Stach (Bill). Other survivors include 19 grandchildren: Wayne Stevens, Ellen Stevens, Michael Stevens, Freddie Stevens, Rebecca Graham, Lisa Floyd, Kathy Drew, TJ Graham, Oleta Graham, James Templeton, Kelia Templeton, Cassandra Thomas, Mark Templeton, Shawnessy Georgie, Haley Georgie, Christian Sheffer, Josh Smith, Derek Smith and Nicky Stach. Many great-grandkids, greatgreat- grandkids, and other relatives and friends also survive.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three sons, Billy Graham Jr., Thomas Lee Graham and Freddie Lee Graham; daughter, Julie Marie Crisman; and two brothers, Frank Pearon and John Pearon.

Linda resided in Sedalia most of her life. She was a member of the Dockery Baptist Church for many years. Over the years, Linda worked for Price’s Fine Chocolates in Richmond and the Beckner Apple Orchard.

She enjoyed playing Texas Hold ’Em and going to the casino. Linda also liked country dancing and fishing. She loved being around her family and friends and having get-togethers. Linda especially loved all of her pets. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the donor’s choice. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of the arrangements.

Please share your memories of Linda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.