Linda Lee "Mawmaw" Randolph Gardner joined our Lord in heavenly Paradise on May 31, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on August 26, 1947. Mawmaw was preceded in death by her father, James Thomas Randolph, and her mother, Opal Dozier, as well as her great-grandchildren, Bella Ann-Renee Bryant Frock and Arwynn Michael McPherson.
Mawmaw is survived by her four daughters, Teresa (Bill) Arnett-Frock, Lisa Graham, Mari (Stephen) Arnett-McPherson, and Kellie (Shay) McDonald. Her greatest joys were her grandchildren: Eddie (Emily) Arnett, Lenai (John) Potter, Crystal Frock, Charles Graham, Eryk Graham, Jessie (Ashley) Arnett, Tessa Graham, Daytona (Jerry) Roberts, Stephen (Oli) McPherson, Jr., Codie (Alysia) Frock, Destiny McDonald, Marisa (Jacob) McCon, Leese Frock, Delaynie McDonald, Mauricio (Mia Bonds) Ramirez, Jr., and Carter Ramirez. Mawmaw was also blessed with many great-grandchildren: Sage, Kristian, Jade, Noah, Brodie, Jessie, Evie, Nate, Brielle, Maddy, Maia, Braleigh, Stephen, James, Joseph, and Jerry. She is also survived by her dear sister, Mary Evelyn Caldwell, and three brothers.
Linda graduated from Withrow High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, and went on to excel in the fields of nursing and law, working as a paralegal for many years. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, dancing, and crocheting. Everyone who knew her knew she was the life of the party. Linda was always up for an adventure and any reason to celebrate. Her celebration of life will be held at The Rustic Room (210 S. Range Ave.) in Denham Springs on June 20 at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and bring smiles, laughter, and their best stories to share.
