Linda Earley Towe

Tuesday, February 22, 1949 - Saturday, September 17, 2022

Beloved Wife, Mother, and “Granna”

Photo of Linda Earley Towe - 1949-2022

Canton - Linda Earley Towe went home to be with The Lord on Saturday, September 17th, 2022 in the comfort of her loving home at the age of 73.

Linda was born February 22, 1949 in Haywood County to the late Wiley C. Earley, Sr. and the late Nellie Chapman Earley, and was a lifelong resident of Canton.

She devoted her entire life to worshipping the Lord, taking care of her family in every way, and mentoring her many beloved students whom she taught in the computer lab at Clyde Elementary School.

Linda lived an amazing life full of traveling, sharing quality time with her loved ones, and being a high faithful presence in her church. Mrs. Towe was a role model, a selfless woman, a true nurturer, and a devoted prayer warrior. She touched the lives of every person she encountered through prayer, her uplifting spirit, and her exceptional kindness. Linda enjoyed camping at Davidson River, the peaceful morning time, cooking and baking for any and every occasion, and sharing stories and memories of her youth with her grandchildren.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” -2 Timothy 4:7

In addition to her parents, Wiley and Nellie Earley, she was preceded in death by her brother, Wiley Earley, Jr.

Surviving are her loving husband and best friend of 48 years, Jerry Towe; a son, James Towe and his wife Lisa Towe; a daughter, Brook Sharpe and her husband Stephen Sharpe; grandchildren, Dare Towe, Kayson Cody and her husband Will, Jesson Jones, Seth Roberts and his family, Marley and Lynley Sharpe; her great-granddaughter, Kingsley Cody; her sister, Inga Carter and her husband Marshall Carter and family.

A Memorial Service to honor and celebrate the life of Linda will be held at 5:00 pm Friday, September 23rd at Mountain View Church of God in Canton to celebrate her amazing life. The family will greet friends immediately following the Memorial Service.

Crawford / Ray Funeral Home and Cremation Service is honored to be caring for the Towe family.

Condolences from family and friends

Jerry, James Carroll, Brook so sorry for your loss but take solace in knowing Linda is no longer battling the struggles here and has a new Heavenly Body and is rejoicing with loved ones in Heaven We love y'all and your in our hearts and prayers ❤️
Jimmy Wyatt
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
She was a very sweet person and she will be missed by so many praying for the family
Sarah Messer
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Linda was a wonderful role model for me. When I was a teenager, Linda led our church youth group. She prayed with me & for me. When I think of Linda, I think of her rejoicing in the Lord. Pentecostal worship was very evident in her life. I loved Linda, & look forward to joining her in her heavenly home.
Rebecca Morgan
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
So sorry for your loss! Loved Linda and Jerry so much! Remembered when they got married and Enjoyed life knowing this sweet couple loved her sweet spirit, kind to everyone, she was beautiful, a great baker! A loving friend, loved her family and her sweet husband, and her church!! Linda was always special to me. She will be missed greatly! Thoughts and prayers for Jerry and all the family
Ronnie and Martha Whitley
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Jerry and family, words cannot express the the loss you are feeling right now. Linda was a prayer warrior for me when I couldn’t do it for myself. We shared many laughs and tears through the years. She will be missed by many. Many prayers and hugs like always. Stacy Frazier.
Stacy Frazier
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Family of Linda, You have my sincere condolences. We were friends and neighbors for many years on North Main Street. Rest in Peace.
Becky Campbell Stamey
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
I'm an so sorry for your loss! Linda has been an inspiration to so many! I have wonderful memories of her at Clyde Elementary.
Jan Davis
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Sorry to hear this ! She was a great friend in High School
Pam Burris
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Linda was the sweetest. She will be greatly missed. I will miss seeing her smiling face sitting in the pew. She now shares her wonderful smile with Jesus.
Rene Plemmons
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
To Jerry and the family thinking of you at this time. ,So sorry for your loss.
Carroll & Susan Israel
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
James, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. She raised a good son. My heart goes out to you and your family as you walk thru this journey of grief. I feel your pain as I walked this same journey 3 years ago. May God's grace and peace sustain you all. With my thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy. Alton
Alton Connor
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
I'm so sorry Jerry and family for your loss. I remember Linda when I went to church there. She was a precious woman of God. Loved helping in the church with a concern for everyone. I know Jerry and her family will miss her. Praying God will surround his arms around you Jerry. God bless you.
Doug Tilley
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, JERRY. KEEP THE FAITH, JESUS IS COMING SOON. WE ALL CAN MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN. WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY.
DON AND ELVA TOWE
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Jerry and family, I am so sorry to hear about Linda and Barbara. God has promised that He will not put more on us than we can bare and he knows your faith! He tell’s us as believers to stand to fill in the gap for our brother and sister to hold them up in prayer. I pray for peace,comfort,understanding, and most of all joy to know these two Christian Women has made it home! No more pain or suffering no more tears. Our family will be praying for you all.
Gail Burrell
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
To Jerry and all the family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers. John and Wanda West
JOHN AND WANDA WEST
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Jerry are so sorry for the loss of your wife and sister. We will be praying for you and family.
Patricia and Todd Wilde
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
We are so sorry for you loss!! I loved Linda very much
Connie Sanford
posted Monday, September 19, 2022
Brook and family, I am so sorry to learn of your moms passing. Keeping all the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Alba Jo Sanford
posted Monday, September 19, 2022