Linda Earley Edwards, "Mama Linda", 66

Linda Earley Edwards, "Mama Linda", 66, of Spindale, passed away Monday, October 17, 2016.

A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter Mary Earley and the late Theron Earley. Linda was the owner of Mama Linda's Home Child Care and a member of Forest Lake Baptist Church.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 32 years, Thomas Edwards; son, Bobby Earley; daughter, Lauren Edwards and fiance' Christopher Coffin; brothers, Bruce Earley and wife Carolyn, Randy Earley and wife Leesa; and a number of nieces and nephews. There are many children who will remember her well as "Mama Linda" who were her joy.

Funeral services were held at Crowe's Mortuary with Rev. Wayne Toney and Rev. Bob Philbeck officiating. Interment followed in Spindale city cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Forest Lake Baptist Church, 292 Forest Lake Road, Forest City, NC or the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852.

Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the Family.