Linda Jo Lucas' Obituary
Linda Jo Lucas, 69, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away April 27, 2025, in her home.
Linda was born in Decatur on November 9, 1955, the daughter of Robert Woollen and Lucille Yarborough. She married Terry Lucas on February 28, 1975, and he preceded her in death in 2016. For many years, Linda worked in customer service for the communications industry. 22 of those years were spent at TCI, where she made lifelong friends. She was an avid reader who also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, Mahjongg, and shopping online. She loved her family and cherished spending time with her granddaughters.
Linda is survived by her partner John David Henson; children Shannon Lucas of Decatur, Shelley (Scott) Mallory of Mt. Pulaski, and Melinda (Ryan Burris) Lucas of Decatur; brother David (Pam) Ziegler of Decatur; and grandchildren Madison Lucas, Delaney Mallory, and Darcey Mallory. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home is providing cremation services for Linda. Memorials may be directed to Project READ. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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