Linda Nell Eads

Linda Kendrick Eads July 13, 1943 – September 9, 2025 (Age 82) Linda Eads was born in July of 1943 at East End Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama, the third child of Sid and Nell Kendrick (Richard & Barbara) She grew up in East Lake, attended Robinson Elementary School, and later became a proud member of the very first graduating class of the new Banks High School in 1961. In March 1962, Linda married the love of her life, Neil Eads. Their first home was a small apartment behind a house on 87th Street and 5th Avenue North in East Lake. Together, they welcomed three sons: Bryan (1963), Chad (1968), and Kevin (1971). The family lived in several small homes around East Lake, always close to both sets of grandparents. Though the house was small it was full of love, laughter, and adventure. Linda worked at various jobs over the years, but her heart was always at home with her family. Though they never had much in the way of material things, she and Neil made sure their boys never lacked anything they needed. As her sons often say, they didn’t realize they had little, because their home was overflowing with love, encouragement, and active grandparents who were always nearby. As wonderful as she was as a mother, her greatest role came in being “Nana” to her five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was the one her grandchildren always wanted to be with, the one they loved to visit, and the one who made every gathering feel special. Linda is survived by her husband of 63 years, Neil; her three sons, Bryan (Beth), Chad (Jamie), and Kevin (Alicia); her five grandchildren,Taylor (Mallory), William (Courtney), Mason (Malorie), Anthony, and Sydney Yarbrough (Luke); and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Barbara, extended family, and many lifelong friends who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sid and Nell Kendrick and her brother Richard (Bobbee). Linda will be remembered for her selflessness, her devotion to her family, and the love she poured into every role she held—daughter, sister, wife, mother, and Nana. Her family takes comfort in knowing that she is now healed, whole, and rejoicing in the presence of her Savior, reunited with her loved ones who have gone before. A celebration of Linda’s life will be held at Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home on Sunday September 14th. Visitation from 1pm-2pm followed by a Memorial Service beginning at 2pm. Friends and family are welcome to gather in remembrance of the love, faith, and joy she shared. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Linda by donating to Argo Christian Fellowship and spending time with your loved ones.

Linda Nell Eads

July 13, 1943 - September 9, 2025