Linda Kay Downs, 73, of Kearney, was called to Heaven on Friday, July 21st, 2023.

Linda was born on September 1, 1949, in Richmond, MO, to Russell and Iola (Norris) Phillips.  She called Richmond and Ray County home for a good portion of her life, and she attended Richmond Schools.

She married the love of her life, Gary Downs, on September 3, 1983.  She and Gary shared a love for each other that was very special and envied by many.

She had a love for everyone and a loving sense of humor that always lit up the room.  She also had a million-dollar smile, contagious laugh, and a heart of gold.  She loved her family, friends, and Elvis.

Linda is survived by her sons, Troy D. Brockman of Kearney, and James M Farris of Kansas City.  She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and friends who loved her very much.

She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Donald Phillips and Elwayne Phillips, sisters, Shirley Danner and Janice Wrisinger.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Leukemia Foundation  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Funeral services with visitation will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 9:30 A.M., with services to follow at 10:30 A.M.  Linda will be buried alongside her parents in Sunny Slope Cemetery, Richmond.  Please remember to share your memories of Linda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.