Linda J. (Allworth) Tanner passed from this life into the arms of Jesus Christ March 12, 2020.
Linda was born August 2, 1947 and through adoption became the daughter of Kelly and Bertha Allworth and immediately they became a family.
Growing up, Linda was always active in church, scouts and was a high achiever in high school. She had a great childhood with her parents, but she was always a daddy's girl.
She married Nilan Tanner June 26, 1964 the love of her life. together they had three children Todd Tanner and Cathy of Columbus, Kansas, Julie Sikes and Jack of Quapaw, Oklahoma and Michelle Smith and Shannon of Joplin, Missouri. They held their children very near and dear to their hearts. She is also, survived by eight grandchildren Alyson Barnett and Jeremy, Corey Sikes and Gina, Hope Sikes, Britany Smith and Amanda, Matheu Smith, David Smith and Savanah, Brian Simpson, and Amy Moore. Also, eighteen Great Grandchildren.
Through circumstances beyond control Linda had many health challenges to overcome and as her faith remained strong, she overcame and finished her race.
Her greatest love was her God given family that she was so proud of.
For years she was employed by her great friend Gary Hall and to Gary Hall as her family we want to say thank you for all you did for our mother. She was blessed to know you. She had many work and lifelong friends. To Dale Scott that has been by our sides through every health crisis mom has had we thank you. You have been a wonderful support to us kids through everything. We love you with all our hearts.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, the love of her life Nilan tanner, and two great grandsons Kynnith Jordon Barnett and Keegan Andrew Barnett.
Linda was the most positive person we knew. If you knew her, she has prayed for you. Even though she will be missed by all who love her, we are grateful to our Heavenly Father she will suffer no more.
Linda will be lying in state at Derfelt’s Baxter Chapel in Baxter Springs, Kansas until Thursday March 19, 2020 for those who wish to sign the book and pay their respects during normal business hours 8:00am – 4:00pm. No public service is planned at this time. Online condolences can be made at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com
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