Jack Linson Jr.

Jack was born on April 30, 1939, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Jack Linson and Lillie Martin Linson. He lived a life marked by hard work, strong faith, deep love for his family, and willingness to help anyone in need.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Mary Curd Linson, who were both 17 when married. Mary's life was beautifully intertwined with his through nearly seven decades of love, devotion, and partnership. He is also survived by his sister, Clara Kobs; brother, Jimmy Starnes; his children, Jack David Linson (Ann), Cindy Melton (Marvin), Cheryl Harris (Stan), and Trixie Barker (Luke); his cherished grandchildren, Brett Harris, AJ Linson, Kristen Stewart, Rebecca Jordan, Blake Linson, Rachel Wall Brooke Melton, Alexis West, Hannah Fiebiger, Haley Linson, Katherine Dondero, Hunter Dondero, Houston Barker, and Morgan Barker; and 21 great grandchildren who were a special joy in life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Linson and Lillie Martin Linson and his sisters, Pearlie Linson, Syble Linson, and Barbara Hughes; and his brothers, Clifford Linson and Douglas Linson.

Jack was a man who believed in taking care of his family working hard, and trusting God through every season of life. He found great pride in his work and in the accomplishment of his career, including being a top salesman at Bistineau Tropical Fish and Standard Coffee, and it was often said that he never met a coffee machine he couldn't fix.

Outside of work, Jack enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He loved rising go-carts, watching NASCAR, traveling, and seeing new things. He also deeply involved in Cross Pointe Church, where he loved the people dearly and considered them an important part of his life.

Above all, Jack Loved Jesus. His faith was the foundation of his life and he example leaves behind. What mattered most to him was his Lord and Savior, his wife, his children, his grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. He wanted others to learn from his life to work hard, believe in God, know that they are saved, and love people who are hard to love.

Jack would want to be remembered as a good man who cared for his family, helped others whenever he could, and took life as it came. His legacy is one of love, faith, perseverance, and kindness, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Pallbearers will be Brett Harris, AJ Linson, Blake Linson, Brentlee Linson, Keldon West, and Morgan Barker.

Honorary pallbearers will be Ryan Stewart, Houston Barker, Hunter Dondero, Bryce Linson, Mason Linson, and Hunter Linson.

Services will be held for Jack at 10:00 AM on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Hill Crest Funeral Home 601 Hwy 80 E, Haughton, Louisiana 71037, with Steve Robinson and Austin Cragun officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until service time in our chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Cross Pointe Church, 5550 Jefferson Paige Rd., Shreveport, LA 71119

Jack's favorite Bible passage was

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;

thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:

thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.