Linda Kay Longan Dunham died Monday, July 18, 2016, at the home of her daughter in Clarendon, after a battle with cancer.
Linda was born, February 2, 1950, in Clarendon, to P.C. “Chuck” and Mary Lee Longan. Linda graduated from Clarendon High School in 1968 and attended Clarendon College. During high school, Linda was involved in a variety of activities: Future Homemakers of America, officer, National Honor Society, Chorus, Bronchoette Drill Team, Track, Volleyball, and All-District Basketball Player. Linda was recognized as Most Dependable her senior year. Being dependable and versatile were qualities Linda never lost, as she was always available to help other.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents Chuck and Mary Lee Longan and by her brothers Bobby Longan and Johnny Longan.
Linda leaves behind three brother, Gary Longan of Gallup, New Mexico, Tom Longan of Lelia Lake, and Billy Longan of Munday; and two sisters, Sandra Longan of Pampa and Marcia Mattes of Kansas City, Missouri. Linda was mother to two sons, Clay Dunham of Lubbock and Mac Dunham of Clarendon; and two daughters Amber Dunham and Jodi Dunham of Clarendon. Linda was “Meme” to 10 grandchildren and had several nieces and nephews.
Linda spent more than 20 years working with Wallace Monument in Clarendon and the remainder of her career with the Mental Health Association. Linda was loved and respected by co-workers and clients and passionate about helping others.
Linda’s life will be celebrated at a memorial service on Saturday, July 30, at 5:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in Clarendon. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Donley County Senior Citizens.
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