(Mary) Linda Hunter Thomas, 81, of Lexington, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in West Columbia, SC.

Linda was born on February 13, 1944, in Troy, Ohio, to the late Lester Wood Hunter and Opal Jones Hunter. She was raised in the Royal Pines community of Arden, North Carolina, where she graduated from Valley Springs High School and later continued her education at Blantons Business College.

Linda devoted many years of her professional life as an office manager, where she was known for her dedication, organization, and strong work ethic. She left the workforce after several years to be a full-time mom and Navy Wife, and later a full-time Mee-Maw to Josh and Justin.  She was a faithful member of Kitti Wake Baptist Church in West Columbia, SC.

She found great joy in all sorts of crafting, needlework, crocheting, puzzles, and coloring books. In her later years, Linda moved to NHC Lexington, where she especially enjoyed playing Bingo and attending fellowship. Most importantly, she cherished spending time loving on her children and grandsons, who meant everything to her.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Kirk Thomas; her daughter, Kelly Beaver; and her brother, Terry Hunter.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Terri Anderson (Reggie); her cherished grandsons, Joshua Anderson and Justin Anderson; her sister, Brenda Creasman (Mark); her son-in-law, Frank Beaver; her sister-in-law, Dana Hunter; and other loving relatives and friends.

An interment service will be held on January 13, 2026, at 12:00 noon at Fort Jackson National Cemetery, Columbia, South Carolina.

Linda will be remembered for her gentle spirit, creative heart, and unwavering love for her family. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.