So sorry for your loss.   Although I didn't spend alot of time with her, I enjoyed the time I did.  May God bless you all and give you peace and comfort.  I know Sherry will miss her a great deal. Sending thoughts and prayers. Love Wanda Murray

Family, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Linda, we were classmates, 1972.  Just hold on to the many fond memories as I have of her,  Linda was a lovely soul. God will give you the strength that you need to carry you through these difficult times of bereavement.
Take care & God bless,
Shirley Freeman Shepperson
Classmate of RHHS, 1972

Our last meeting was in my hometown, Roanoke, VA. And you'll never guess...Carey drove. Both husbands were in attendance, and we ate lunch and had a great visit together. As you can see, we had to get mug shots because of our behavior. Linda thought it was funny and could barely keep from laughing. I told her she wouldn't be laughing when she got to jail. JK Our discussion for the last two years was to go to Blacksburg to visit Virginia Tech to see how much it had changed since we were there. We never made it due to one thing or another. Sad, just very, very sad, I will miss you so much my precious friend. Fifty-four years of friendship, fifty-four years of memories...you were more than a friend, you were a member of my family...a sister. I love you, Linda.

It was our first get-together somewhere near Lynchburg or Bedford. Who can remember that far back? We hadn't seen each other in awhile. We laughed at funny memories and shed a few tears. Our hugs, when we said goodbye, left us with a memory that we wouldn't forget. We knew we would see each other very soon. Linda drove to this lunch meeting, but she hoped the next one would be near to her as she didn't want to drive to meet again. WWLD (What Would Linda DO?) Well, make Carey drive.

I stood beside her on the best day of her life. Isn't she beautiful, and she looks so happy. For as long as Carey and Linda were married, they must have had a very special marriage.

We always enjoyed a late, night snack in our freshman dorm room at Longwood College when we should have studied. I surely didn't want her to open one of her favorite snacks...a can of sardines! It was fun running from room to room to see what the other young ladies were eating, reading, or even trying to sleep. Ever the procrastinator, Linda would always wait until the last minute to complete an art project that was due in class. After two years at Longwood, we decided enough was enough, and we transferred to Virginia Tech. (I did not like Longwood at all! I don't think Linda liked it much either.)

Carey,

I am so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was a wonderful colleague  and friend at R-MWC. Though we had lost touch in recent years, I know she was a truly kind woman with an incredible worth ethic. I know you will miss her dearly.

Shannon

Cary, Jerry and family, so very sorry to read of Linda passing. Whenever she, Kay and I would get together, mostly beach trips,  we would have a great time. Keep your fond memories close to take comfort in at this sad time and into the future. My deepest sympathy, Ellen

I am so sorry to hear this.  She was a sweet person.  I had spoken to her so much on fb until the last year or so because of health problems.  I wish I could have talked with her more recent.  I know the family is  suffering and I am sending up prayers for comfort and peace that only  Jesus can give.  I have memories of her way back when I was a kid. If there is something I can do I will be glad to help.  God bless you all.  Edna Lloyd Guthrie

To my dear roommate, Linda. We have had a connection for 54 years. You’ll be missed more than words can say. Thank you for the memories, the laughter, and the kindness you shared. Your presence made my college years brighter. Our friendship then became a lasting  joy for me. We both cherished our times when we got together for a meet-ups. You’ll always have a place in my heart. Rest easy and know you’ll be remembered with love and gratitude.

So very sorry to hear of Linda‘s passing. Praying for the family and loved ones  who loved her so much. May God bless each one.🙏🏻

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Linda is survived by her husband, Carey Wayne Hoffman; four brothers, Jimmy Mann (Marilyn), Jerry Mann, Kenneth Mann (Cathy), and Delmas Mann (Helen); one sister, Norma M. Evans (Dean); a sister-in-law, Stephanie Wright (Greg); a brother-in-law, Robert Hoffman and numerous special nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.Linda is survived by her husband, Carey Wayne Hoffman; four brothers, Jimmy Mann (Marilyn), Jerry Mann, Kenneth Mann (Cathy), and Delmas Mann (Helen); one sister, Norma M. Evans (Dean); a sister-in-law, Stephanie Wright (Greg); a brother-in-law, Robert Hoffman and numerous special nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

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Linda Mann Hoffman

November 24, 1953 – November 2, 2026

Whitten Monelison Chapel

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