Linda Heyward Sharpe, 77, of Florence, SC, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Linda was a matriarch of her family, creating a legacy that was passed down for her to see 3 generations in total that rested beneath her.

She was the devoted and deeply deeply loved wife of Autry Sharpe, they were the cornerstone of a quintessential relationship and their love shined through every dark time they experienced.

She was preceded in death by her parents Zeda and Robert, her sister Mary, her granchild Hollie, and her beloved dog of many years Buddy.

She is survived by her doting husband Autry, her beloved sister Nancy Heyward, her Furkid Pug, two sons, Dempsey (Michelle) and Terry (Elizabeth), four grandchildren, TJ (Mary), Ashley (Raquwan), Allie, and Brantley. She is also survived by 6 great grandchildren, Stella, Sophia, Sevani, Jackson, Haven, and Isabella.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Calcutt-Dowling Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday at Florence Memorial Gardens Cemetery.