Linda Beth Bagwell Lindsey of Olive Branch, MS, 76, went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2021. She was born on June 7, 1944 in Memphis, TN. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Gaylor “Sonny” Lindsey, her parents, James and Lida Bagwell; brother, James Leroy Bagwell. She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Kay De Priest (Wayne) of Olive Branch, MS; three grandchildren, Savannah L. De Priest-Hand (Chris) of Asheville, NC; Patrick W. De Priest (Irina) of Olive Branch, MS; Michael B. De Priest of Olive Branch, MS and two great grandchildren, Autry (a new baby sister on the way) and Hallie. She is also survived by her sister, Ruby Jo Pullen and many nieces and nephews. Linda began working as a Payroll Clerk at Security Signals, Inc. in Cordova, TN in 1970 and during her years there was promoted to Contract Administrator. She made many friends at her job and loved talking with them after she retired with 40 years of service. Linda will be remembered as a dedicated employee, loyal friend, and loving wife, mother, and “Granny”. She loved all of her family and friends and looked forward to hearing and visiting with them. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 2:00 pm with visitation beginning at 1:00 pm at Brantley Funeral Home, 6875 Cockrum St. Olive Branch, MS 38654. Burial will follow at Memphis Memory Gardens in Memphis, TN. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, or to a charity of your choice.
