Linda Ghorley

LINDA JO GHORLEY, age 68 of Athens, Tenn. passed away Friday, July 9, 2021, at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, Tenn., a daughter of the late Carl L. and Ruth Powell  Puett, and preceded in death by son: Jackie Stephen Puett, Brother: Jackie L. Puett, Two Sisters: Jean Yarbrough and Judy Ables. She was a former employee of Epperson Hospital and Athens Bed Co. She was a member of North Athens Baptist Church. She passed away of a broken heart due to separation for her precious Jade and complication of Diabetes and cancer. She loved and served our Lord as a mighty prayer warrior. Survivors: Daughter: Medah Jade Puett Ghorley,  Sister and Brother-in-law: Janice R. and James Cox of Madisonville, Tenn.  Former Husband: Don Ghorley of Athens, Tenn., several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were  2:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 13, 2021 in McMinn Memory Gardens. Condolences may be sent to www.laycock-hobbs.com/notices/Linda-Ghorley Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home, Athens in charge of arrangements.