Obituaries
June 18, 2026
Linda McMahan
Linda Diane McMahan, 76, Garland, TX, passed away on June 18, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her family.
Linda was born on November 12, 1949, to Bruce Featherson and Virginia Ferrell Featherston in Dallas, TX., A graduate of Adamson High School in Dallas, TX, in 1967, she was voted “Most Beautiful” of her Senior Class and was manager of the Lepordette Drill Team. Her higher education includes Oklahoma City College where she studied autism in children and numerous specialty seminars and lectures on children with functional difficulties.
On December 29, 1967, Linda was married to Thomas Myers McMahan. They first met at a church related banquet when Tom passed a note across the table to her written on a napkin. The love story lasted for 58 amazing years. Through ministry and motorhome, Linda, Tom, and her dogs traveled the world. She touched countless lives with her kindness, generosity, and love.
Linda is survived by two sons. Tommy and wife Shannon and Matt and his wife Tiffany. She was grandmother to Tommy and Shannon’s three children, Madison and fiancé, Tyler Gardner and great-grandson Westley, Cole and wife Hailey and great-granddaughter Noah, and Katherine (Katie). Matt and wife Tiffany have two children, Justin and fiancé, Kylie and Jacob and his special other, Anna. Linda had one brother, Don Featherston of Mt. Pleasant, Texas and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She loved each member of her family extravagantly!
Linda was highly skilled in Event Planning, including corporate large-venues, University and Conference events, Weddings, and Anniversaries. She was a professional Floral Arranging Specialist with Albertson’s. She also was a Life Coach for minister’s wives with Segue Ministries.
Linda loved reading, Western TV shows and movies, British TV, and following the British Royals. She researched family history and found the Featherston Castle in Haltwhistle, England continuing to operate when she made a visit.
Linda loved children, especially those with disabilities and impairments. She worked in the Day Care industry for many years and built The Children’s Learning Center of Family Worship Center in Bossier City, LA, where she and Tom founded their first church and served as pastors for seventeen years. From1998 to 2016 they were called to serve for eighteen years as pastors of Dallas First Assembly of God, Dallas, TX. At the time of her passing, Linda and her husband were serving as Pastors to Senior Adults at Freedom Church in Carrolton, Texas.
Linda loved her husband and her final words to him was “I love you”! Linda loved her family, her friends, and people she had never met. Most of all, Linda loved Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. She was a woman of the Word of God and a woman of prayer.
Visitation will be held at Dallas First Assembly of God, 11000 E Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX 75235, on June 25, 2026, at 10am with the memorial service to follow at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to Pleasant Hills Children’s Home fund for the building of new dining facilities. www.
Thank you to the numerous family and friends for the constant prayers, the caregivers at Abba Care Assisted Living in Garland, TX, and the number of doctors, nurses, and emergency workers who were there to render care when needed.
Condolences
Connie Adamson June 19, 2026
Friend Wylie , Texas
A beautiful woman with a beautiful life. Until we meet again.
John and Prissy Hatcher June 19, 2026
Cousin Melissa , Texas
1 Thessalonians 4:14 (NIV) For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. We will see Linda again and sooner than we think. Love and prayers for all of The McMahan Family ❤️🙏🏼
Chad James June 20, 2026
Friend Bossier City , Louisiana
I'll never forget Mrs. Linda scratching my back during church when I was just a little guy, or riding around in her Corvette. She was like a second mom to me with so many memories. She was special lady. I'm praying for all of y'all during this difficult time. She touched so many lives and will be deeply missed by many.
Vickie Smithey June 20, 2026
Friend Galveston , Texas
Linda took me under her wing and taught me the art of flower arrangements. I also had the privilege of being her assistant on many weddings, parties and social events, always going one step beyond to make everything perfect. She was a friend and sister. Until we meet again, much love and thanks for the memories.
Dee Sapp June 20, 2026
Friend West Monroe , Louisiana
Hello dear McMahan Family Yeah Linda has WON’ Big hugs to all you dear folks Holy Spirit Comfort Prayer you all
Jessica Murphy Roper June 20, 2026
Friend North Las Vegas , Nevada
Linda was always kind and loving, cheering people on in life. I will never forget her.