Linda P Graham

Linda Graham, passed away at age 100, peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and a life well lived. She was born on February 1, 1926, in Oakland, California, to Manuel and Roselina Souza Pires.

Linda lived an extraordinary life that spanned a full century, witnessing generations grow, and creating lasting memories with all who knew her.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and a true best friend. She was known for her strong will, her love of working in the yard, her sweet tooth, and her deep affection for her cats, Blackie and Timmy. She enjoyed her quiet moments, sitting in her chair, appreciating peace and solitude. Early in life She married William Graham and together they built a life rooted in love and commitment. After beginning her life in California, Linda moved to Madison, Tennessee, and later settled in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she spent the remainder of her years. Linda dedicated over 20 years of her career to the DuPont plant as a textile worker before retiring. Outside of work, she found joy in simple but meaningful things, especially working in her yard. She was well known in the Lupton City and Hixson community for digging up her daffodils and sharing them with others, spreading small acts of kindness that made a lasting impact.

Linda is survived by her Daughters; Judy (Billy) Mullinax, Sharon Graham, Grandchildren; Jennifer and (Tim Watkins, Janet Mullinax Harris, Leigh Ann Mullinax, Rouhiya Hakim, Patricia and (Caleb) Kubala, Great Grandchildren; Dustin (Breanna) Watkins, Morgan Parker, Hannah Watkins, Andrew Watkins, Kerry Clemons, Laylah Kubala, and Great-Great Grandchildren; Maddox Watkins, and Kannon Watkins.

She will be remembered for her resilience, her independence, and the quiet but powerful love she gave to her family. Her life is a reminder of beauty in simplicity, strength, and enduring love.

We ask that Linda be remembered through acts of kindness, just as she shared her flowers, her time, and her love with others.

She is truly loved and will be deeply missed.

The family will receive friends on Sunday May 3, 2026, from 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home in Hixson. Funeral services will be at 3:30 PM in the North Chapel. Interment will be at 3:30 PM on Monday, May 4, 2026, in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.

Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory, and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, Tennessee 37343.

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