Linda Sue Bowling, 78, passed away July 6, 2025, in Lawrence, Kansas. Linda Sue, affectionately known as “Fadoo” to her family and friends, was born on October 4, 1946, and raised in Wynne, Arkansas. Her parents were Emil and Stella Baddour. Linda graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1969 with a degree in Speech Therapy. She was a speech therapist in Memphis, TN, where she met and married Randall D. Bowling. After Randy graduated from optometry school in 1971, they moved to Garden City, KS, where they lived for 39 years. Randy and Linda have one son, Brock, who now lives in Charlotte, NC.
While in Garden City, Linda was active in community theater; she expertly portrayed many different characters, entertaining audiences with both comedy and drama. Linda had a great sense of humor; she loved to laugh.
After several years of retirement in Fayetteville, AR, she and Randy retired permanently in Lawrence, KS, closer to family and friends. Linda is survived by her husband of 54 years, Randy; son, Brock; sisters Annette Daniels and Emily Stewart of Jonesboro, AR; nieces and nephews; and a family of in-laws in Lawrence.
Cremation is scheduled, and a celebration of life is being planned for a future date. Linda Sue (“Fadoo”) will be sorely missed.
Brock,
I am so very sorry for your loss. There is nothing more difficult than losing your Mom. May the special memories that you shared over the years, fill you with comfort and peace. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Dad. Please let me know if you need to talk. I understand exactly what you are going through because I lost my Mom in 2019 and I am also an only child. Take good care of yourself. With heartfelt sympathy.
I send my deepest sympathy to you, Randy, and to Brock. I pray that God will wrap his arms around you in comfort of this major loss of a precious wife and mother.
Randy and Brock, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sad to hear of Linda’s passing. When my husband and I moved to Garden City and I found out that we were expecting a baby and I couldn’t find a doctor who would take me as a new patient – she was the only person who called up a doctor and asked him to take me in. I don’t know what I would have done without her kindness.
Randy and Brock, my heart hurts for you. Linda was such a ‘bubble’ , and always a joy to be around. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Fly with the Angels sweet Linda.
Randy and Brock, I’m so sorry to hear of Fadoo’s death. She was such a warm, friendly and fun person. I know she’ll be missed by everyone who knew her.
I am so very sorry for your loss! Linda Sue was a friend of my mom’s (Mayo Riley) in Wynne. Her parents were dear friends of my grandparents. Prayers for all the family!
Dear Randy & Brock,
No words can aptly convey the sympathy we feel for you both since the loss of your dear wife and mother, Fadoo.
We will certainly miss Fadoo’s comedic personality and the laughs we shared.
You could say we are also disappointed and feel a bit cheated at not getting to spend more time with her since your move back. However, we will content ourselves by being grateful for having known her and shared in the fun and memorable times we had with her.
Dearest Randy and Brock. We are so very saddened to hear about Fadoo. Please know that Ron and I have shared some wonderful memories about her the last few days. Our prayers are with you.
So very sorry to hear of Linda’s passing, prayers for you Randy and your family.
“Fadoo” was one of our forever friends!! We loved her and will miss her fun and loving personality. Randy and Brock, we are sending our love and caring to you both!! RIP Linda “Fadoo”!
So sad to here of Fadoo’s passing we had some fun times together. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers ❤️
There’s no words that can say how sad we are for Randy and Brock.
Have so many great memories of Fadoo always went to her plays.
She was a fun friend to be around she would always make you laugh and be happy that you got to spend time with her. She will be missed dearly.
We were heartbroken when we heard of Linda’s passing. She was a beautiful person. We met Linda and Randy after retiring in Arkansas and having them as the neighbors in ‘the mirror house’ these last few years. Our friendship grew quickly, and we enjoyed every moment we spent together. Linda will be greatly missed by us and many, many more. Randy, we wish you strength and peace during this sad time.
So sorry to hear of Fadoo’s passing. She was a beautiful soul and will be missed 🙏🙏🙏
I am so sorry to hear about Fadoo’s passing. I worked with her at Dental Associates. I worked for Dr Richard and she worked where ever she was needed. She was so much fun to work with. She was a pure joy! I just loved her.
Deepest Sympathy and prayers for Randy, Brock, and families
I am so sorry to hear about Fadoo. She was such a sweetheart and a hysterical friend to work with. Every time I see standard poodles I always think of her…she will be missed. Much love to Randy and Brock
Oh I am so sorry to hear about Fadoo… she was such a sweetheart and a hysterical friend who I loved working with. Every time I see standard poodles I can’t help but think of her…she will be so missed. Much love to Randy and Brock
Fadoo had a most beautiful smile and could always make me laugh. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
So sorry to hear of your loss! I remember Linda Sue as a caring friend who brightened life although she was slightly older and was closer to my older sister. I’m sure you have wonderful memories of her!
So sad to hear of Linda Sue’s
passing.I went to high school
with her and we were sorority
sisters at the U of A.She was
such a joy to be with and would
make your day a little better!
Hoping all of your wonderful
memories will sustain you
during this time and give
you peace.Her many friends
are praying for you!
Such a shock to learn of Linda’s passing!! My heart aches for you Randy and Brock. What a beautiful and loving person!! Prayers to all!
I am so sad to hear of Linda Sue’s passing. I went to school with her and considered her such a nice friend. When you love as big as Linda Sue did, you are missed big. My condolences to you Randy and to you Brock. May GOD wrap his arms around you and heal your sorrow.
50 years of wonderful memories, love and friendship. I will truly miss you my dear friend. Blessings to Randy, Brock and families.