August 23, 2025, 80, Goldsboro —

Linda Taylor Jones, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Bennett and husband Kenneth of Mount Olive; her two sons, Timothy “Hambone” Jones and his girlfriend Sylvia Stanley of Mount Olive, and Mike Jones and his wife Nancy of Kentucky. She leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, who were the apple of her eye: Duane Jones, Beth Brinson and husband Justin, Wesley Jones, Riley Pickett and wife Hillary, Michael Jones and wife Cassandra, Gina Daniels and husband Justin, and Jenna Jones and husband Karan; and ten great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Marie Jones and husband Henry of Albertson, and Deloris Hardy of Kinston; and sister-in-law, Kaye Taylor of Albertson.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Leland and Lucy Alphin Taylor; her sister, Ann Mercer; her brother, Morris Taylor; and her son, Jimmy Jones.

Born and raised in the Beautancus community, Linda worked hard all her life. She began her career as a seamstress before later working at Summerlin’s Crossroads Store, where she enjoyed keeping up with the locals and serving her well-loved hot dogs. She found peace and joy in tending to her roses, but nothing brought her greater happiness than spending time with her family—especially her grandchildren, who were the center of her world.

Linda will be remembered for her strength, her love of family, and the joy she brought to those around her.

A Graveside Service will take place on Tuesday, August 26, in the Pineview Cemetery, Seven Springs at 10 o’clock in the morning. The Rev. Ashley Summerlin will officiate the service with a time of visitation immediately following.