Linda Bridges Rattelade

Born on January 23, 1952, in Raleigh, Linda spent her life in the community she loved. Linda was a devoted mother to her children, Julien David Rattelade Jr. (wife Heather Rattelade) and Maegan Leigh Carroll (husband Billy Carroll). She dedicated her life to her children and was their greatest supporter and source of unconditional love. Her greatest joy in life was her family, especially her beloved grandchildren, Avery Grace Carroll and Julien Wyatt Rattelade. She cherished every moment with them, showering them with love, wisdom, and warmth.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness that will live on in the hearts of her family and all who knew her. While she may be gone, the lessons she taught and the love she gave will never fade.

She graduated from Sanderson High School in 1970 and went on to earn her degree from East Carolina University. Her education laid the foundation for a successful career as a manager at RTI International, where she dedicated her professional life to leadership and service.

Beyond her career, Linda had a deep love for animals. Horses held a special place in her heart, and she also adored dogs and all creatures great and small. Her compassion for animals was a defining part of who she was.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elbert Dudley Bridges and Georgia Larue Bridges as well as her sister, Laura Ann Bridges. She is survived by her brothers, Thomas Bridges (wife Jean Bridges) and Kenneth Bridges and her two nieces Anna Bridges and Gillian Bridges.

A visitation was held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 followed by a funeral service in the chapel of Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 Saint Mary's Street, Raleigh, NC 27605. After the service, Linda was laid to rest at Raleigh Memorial Park, 7501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the American Lung Association: www.lung.org or the Raleigh Police Foundation: RaleighPoliceFoundation.org.

Linda’s kindness and unwavering support will be deeply missed by all who knew her. May her memory bring comfort to those who loved her.

Brown-Wynne, 300 Saint Mary's Street, Raleigh is serving the Rattelade family.