Obituary – Linda J. Breedlove

Linda Jane (Burch) Breedlove was born on August 13, 1943, in Rolla, Mo., to Charles G. Burch and Mildred L. (Grate) Burch, of St. James, Mo. Linda, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away on October 7, 2024, at the age of 81 years, surrounded by family.

Linda grew up in St. James, Mo., and graduated St. James High School in 1957. She went on to obtain her cosmetology license and was a beautician for a short time. Linda enjoyed fishing, playing board games (as long as she was winning), and spending time with her family. She prided herself on being a loving Christian and devoted wife and mother. She loved to bake and give her delicious creations to family and friends as gifts. Linda and her husband, Shelby, enjoyed attending church together every Wednesday and Sunday at New Life Free Will Baptist Church. 

Linda is preceded in death by her loving husband, Shelby Ray Breedlove; her parents, Charles G. Burch and Mildred L. (Grate) Burch; a sister-in-law, Doris Burch; and a son-in-law, Keith McCreary. 

She is survived by her brother, Charles Burch, of Sugarland, Texas; her daughter, Nicki McCreary, of Sullivan Mo.; grandchildren, Charla McCreary and significant other Daniel Griffin, of Sullivan, Mo., Marty McCreary and significant other Heather Pickney, of Sullivan, Mo.; and great-grandchildren, Carli McCreary, Greyson Griffin and Kaden McCreary. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association. Per Linda’s request, no services will take place at this time. Online condolences may be left at www.foxfh.net. Arrangements are entrusted to Fox Funeral Home.