Linda Marie Graham (Pearon), 78, of Sedalia, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia.

Linda was born on August 15, 1945, in Kansas City, the daughter of Raymond and Minie (Todd) Pearon.  She was united in marriage to Billy Graham, Sr.; he preceded her in death.

Survivors include: her life partner of 16 years, Richard Brownfield; son, Virgil Stevens; two daughters, Susie Rodriguez and Minie Stach (Bill); 19 grandchildren: Wayne Stevens, Ellen Stevens, Michael Stevens, Freddie Stevens, Rebecca Graham, Lisa Floyd, Kathy Drew, TJ Graham, Oleta Graham, James Templeton, Kelia Templeton, Cassandra Thomas, Mark Templeton, Shawnessy Georgie, Haley Georgie, Christian Sheffer, Josh Smith, Derek Stach, and Nicky Stach; many great-grandkids; great-great-grandkids; one brother, Eddie Pearson; two sisters, Betty Carter and Anita Pearon; and other relatives and friends, also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three sons, Billy Graham, Jr., Thomas Lee Graham, and Freddie Lee Graham, daughter, Julie Marie Crisman, and two brothers, Frank Pearon, and John Pearon.

Linda resided in Sedalia for most of her life.  She was a member of the Dockery Baptist Church for many years.  Over the years, Linda worked for Prices Fine Chocolates in Richmond and the Beckner Apple Orchard.  She enjoyed playing Texas Hold'Em and going to the casino.  Linda also liked country dancing and fishing.  She loved being around her family and friends and having get-togethers.  Linda especially loved all of her pets.  She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

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

No services are scheduled at this time. Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of arrangements.  Please remember to share your memories of Linda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.