Linda Lou McCune, 80, of South Charleston went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 30, 2020 just two days shy of her 81st birthday.
Mom passed away at home with her family by her side from complications of Alzheimers. She was a vibrant, colorful person that always had a smile on her face. She was known for her beautiful silver hair, warm smile and the cute way she dressed. She loved life and being around her family and friends. She was always on the go. Her grandchildren, Cruz and Cagun, were the apple of her eye and she never got over the tragic death of Cagun and still called Cruz her baby even though he’s a grown man.
Linda loved the shopping trips with the girls at Davis Creek Nazarene Church and the Alum Creek Lions Club . She and dad also enjoyed the trips to Pigeon Forge with her church family. Benny and Joyce Wade have been constant companions over the years and I’m sure Joyce Sykes will miss her best buddy. Pendleton County Camp was a favorite gathering place for her where she spent a lot of time with family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Paul McCune, infant daughter, Debra Sue, grandson, Cagun Cole Vandall, her parents, John “Cricket” & Rosina Petry Johnson and brother, Roscoe Johnson.
She is survived by her daughters, Patti McCune (Kim Sykes) and Diana Vandall, grandson, Cruz Vandall (Krista Neophytou). Special thanks to her devoted and loving caregiver Delores McClure. Big thanks to the hospice staff for guiding us through this sad and difficult journey.
The Pandemic has taken away the opportunity to celebrate her life so we ask you to think of a special time or memory to honor her. The family will have a private graveside service at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston, with Pastor Chuck Britt, who along with his wife Karen, were long time special caring friends of Mom.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25312-2536. Condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.curryfuneralhome.org. Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek, WV has been family owned since 1950.
Dear Patti and Diane,
Your mom was such a big part of my life when we worked at Embees on Capitol St. She was a great friend, mentor and confidant. After 25 years, I was very blessed to have an accidental meeting with her several years back. She had not changed a bit, and was as cute as always.
She was always very proud of both her daughters as they were growing up.
While the world lost a great person, heaven gained a great soul
With loving regards
Steve and Shirley Margolis
Diana and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of what a kind and loving family you have. Our prayers are with you.
Patti and Diane, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have been out of town and saw it in the paper. I have so many fond memories of being at your house and how much fun your Mom and Dad were. They were both some of the kindest people I have ever met. You were both lucky to have them in your lives as long as you did. I know Linda Lou hasn’t been herself for awhile but it is still a very hard loss to lose a parent you have always been so close to. Please know that I share in your sorrow but will always remember her with a big smile on her face. She was so bubbly and cheerful! Take care girls. I hope to see Patti at the pool whenever it opens again. Love and prayers, Kim
This is a loss of a woman who truly loved the Lord and her family, when our children were young she treated them like her own grandchildren and me like a daughter, she touched so many lives with her smile and her compassion which many will miss but she is resting now in heaven with Jesus…may God give your family comfort in this time of loss
I meet your mother years ago. I think she and my mother Marie Burdette worked together at a dress shop on Capitol st. In Chas. Seems like they keep in touch for several years. My mother passed away 8 years ago with Alzheimer’s disease also. I know you will cherish the memories you have because I have lots of memories of my mother. My deepest sympathy.
Deepest sympathy
Dianna so sorry for your loss I no it’s hard to lose a loved one but I pray god comforts u in these hard time
Our prayers go out to the family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss.
Linda was one of the sweetest ladies I’ve known. When the boys were playing ball I was very fortunate to spend time at her home. She and Paul were the best. And they loved those boys. I think that’s what will always stand out to me. Her love (and Paul’s) for Cruz and Cagun.
Sincerely , Lisa and Russ Boner.
What a special loving person Linda was. Love poured from her. She touched my life and I will miss her smile and hugs. She was such a joy to be with. Patti, Diane and Cruz, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
A very special person who will be truly missed by all who knew her. May God be with you. Thoughts and Prayers for family and friends.
I’m going to miss my Miss Linda a lot. I so enjoyed our talks during Sunday lunches and with Women’s Ministries. She was always so sweet and kind. I love her dearly and always will.
Linda was a very sweet girl I enjoyed being her friend from grade school. So sad to read this. May God comfort all of you.
Diana, Cruz, Krista and Patty: My heart was broken when Myra called and tole me she saw Diana’s post about Linda’s death. Linda was a very sweet, cheerful, kind lady who always had a smile on her face. Sure will miss her at camp here in Deer Run, especially during TMF weekend.Although I can’t be there to show my respect for her and to be with you all, please know that you all are being thought about and being remembered in prayer. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you the peace you need during this sad and difficult time. Love to all
We send our condolences and love to the family. Our family shared wonderful times with Linda and family. We pray that God provides mercy, comfort, and strength for the days ahead.