Elizabeth Marie Linear-Talley, 52, of Akron, Ohio passed away June 20, 2020, of causes related to kidney disease. She was born May 11, 1968, at Akron City Hospital to Catherine Austin-Linear and Raymond Eugene Linear, Sr. Liz professed a belief in Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age. Throughout her travels, she wasContinue Reading
Elizabeth Marie Linear-Talley, 52, of Akron, Ohio passed away June 20, 2020, of causes related to kidney disease. She was born May 11, 1968, at Akron City Hospital to Catherine Austin-Linear and Raymond Eugene Linear, Sr. Liz professed a belief in Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age. Throughout her travels, she was an active member of many churches including, Good Shepherd Baptist Church (Akron, OH), New Beginnings Community Church (Charlotte, NC), and Faith Temple Church of The Living God (Akron, Oh).
She took her education very seriously and was a product of the Akron Public School System. She graduated from John R. Buchtel High School in 1986, where she was the Class Secretary. She earned her bachelor’s degree In Elementary Education from one of the premier HBCUs, Fisk University, then went on to obtain her Master’s in Education and a Doctorate in Education from Trevecca Nazarene University.
She started her teaching career educating fourth-graders at Indian Trace Elementary School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She went on to teach for 23 years in urban, rural, and suburban schools in GA, OH, TN, and NC before she retired due to a second bout of Kidney Failure after a kidney transplant that lasted 5 years.
She became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc in 1993. Throughout her travels, she was an active member of several chapters including Omicron Kappa Zeta in Atlanta, GA, Mu Rho Zeta in Akron, OH where she served as President, Pi Zeta, Nashville, TN and Delta Zeta in Charlotte, NC.
She has one son, Donte Andre Linear who was a blessing throughout her life. He fathered her beloved grandchildren, Jalisa Linear, Jason Linear, Lyric Linear, and Melody Linear.
In 2011, divine Intervention united two childhood classmates together when Bruce Talley contacted her on Facebook. They were married on August 4, 2011, in Charlotte NC.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Catherine Austin-Linear, maternal grandparents, Arthur Austin and Elizabeth Johnson Austin; paternal grandparents, William James Linear, Jr. and Ellen Turner Linear; older sister, Tracey Linear.
She is survived by her husband, Bruce Talley; son, Donte Linear; father, Raymond Linear, Sr.; sister Jacy Linear; brother, Raymond Linear, and grandchildren; special Friends: Agnes Molette Grant-Jackson, Angela Rose Williams, Angela Ford-Glen, JoAnna Traylor-Becton and Rene Rucker- Williams. There is a host of family, friends, and former students who will sorely miss Liz.
Mytika and Aaron Richards
left a message on June 28, 2020:
This was my dad’s youngest brother wife. I only met her once but knew she was a good person for him she uplifted and encouraged him. My uncle was in a good place with Liz around I could tell he was truly in a great place in life we will miss you but i know you are in a better place
With love Mytika Richards and family
Shana E. Barnes-Higgins
left a message on June 27, 2020:
Wow, Liz...did NOT expect this to happen to you so soon. Knew you in college; you were always a sweet person. At least your pain is gone. My prayers and condolences go to your family. Rest in power, Soror.
Joey and Katrina Wilson
left a message on June 27, 2020:
May you Rest In Peace with our Heavenly Father.
Jenise Stewart-Fisk University c/o 1990
left a message on June 26, 2020:
Liz was one of the first people I met in college. She was cheerful and very kind. My condolences and prayers to the family.
Shawn Craig
left a message on June 26, 2020:
Love you Liz , I don't have to tell you that we are family , me and your brother have been best friends for over 40 years , so you know how much this hurts me. I'm just glad that you aren't suffering anymore , it was a long journey , but you made it to the promise land .....i will miss you , but i know that we will see each other again... Love you
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
alice brown traylor
left a message on June 26, 2020:
What a beautiful family , I have known mom, dad brother and sister fo when the lived on miami st akron ohio my children grew up with the family ..I remenber we took a trip to streetsboro ohio to visit valeris( and jacee) school friends and liz friends for ever (joanna ) school friends .. me being mother of valerie and joanna...lize was just like a daughter..we have the same middle name ..we stope for lunch on the way to streetsboro . ohio we had such a wonderful noon day we talked all the way up thereand enjoyed every moment.. we miss her..she loves her grand children ,we miss you with such a great personality . God bless all ... alice traylor
Denise Bowers and family (DaNitra,Daniel,Darrell & Darnell)l
left a message on June 26, 2020:
To the family of Elizabeth Talley. I met her when she wás my neighbor on Grand Avenue, in Akron, Ohio. When we became close, they movef and we lost contact with each other. However, our sons stayed connected. When they returned Akron, Donte came to my home letting me know they were back. When I told Donte to give me her number, God allowed me to see her again and she was leading a song with The Buchtel Gospel Alumni Choir, when she told me she hadn't been feeling well, after the concert I had to let her know of how beautiful her voice was and she was still in God's Care. Well, family remember where she got her strength and what she would want you to do. Stay prayerful SNF close to each other while we pray that God grant you. Love, peace and comfort st this time and times to come. We send our Love prayers and condolences to all. Keep your heads up, no strength comes from the ground.
Kimberly Richardson
left a message on June 26, 2020:
To the Family of Liz Linear-Talley: My sincere condolences on the loss of this beautiful soul and Soror of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. May God be your comforter and shade in your time of sorrow.
Angel Fleming
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My heart is saddened by this loss. I met Liz in Charlotte. We taught at the same school and later lived as neighbors about two houses apart in the same neighborhood. I appreciated knowing Liz because she was a genuine, down-to-earth person. She was honest, generous, funny, and faithful. My condolences go out to the family and friends that cared about her... she will be missed.
Tracy Kennedy
left a message on June 26, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Liz at Huntingtowne Farms in Charlotte. She was a great teacher, very invested in her students. Liz often talked about her family and it was obvious to anyone who listened for a minute how important they were to her! May she Rest In Peace.
KELLIE F GLENN
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My sincere condolences go out to the Linear and Talley families. Rest in peace sweet soror for your smiles were quite contagious
Kellie Glenn
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My sincere condolences to Linear and Talley family. Rest In Peace Soror Talley for smiles were quite contagious !
Sharon Talley
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My condolences to the Linear family. My brother Bruce loved Liz so much he married her twice, once in NC, Aug 4, 2011 and again in Akron, Oh, May 11th, 2013, Liz is survived by husband, Bruce Talley; Mothrer-in-law, Annie L. Talley; by her brother-in-laws Michael and Conetta Talley of Sealy, TX, Kevin and Angela Talley of Duncan, NC; Wayne and Robin Talley of Apex, NC; Sister-in-Law, Sharon Talley (Davis) of Akron, OH; Nephews; Anthony Davis II, Dominic Talley, Charles Talley and Spouse) Thomas Harris; Niece's; Mytika (Aaron) Richards; Lauren Talley, Angelica Talley, Anna Robertson(and spouse). She was preceded in death by Father-in-law, Charles B. Talley Jr. and Brother-in-Law, Charles L. Talley.
Amen
Carla C. Fowler
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My deepest sympathy is extended to your family. My prayers are with your family. Fisk Class of 1990
Billy Jackson
left a message on June 25, 2020:
You will be missed my friend. Our prayers are sent on behalf of the family.
Brunetta Garner
left a message on June 25, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to the family. Rest In Peace, Fiskite!
Tamiko Mcquart - Fisk University class of 1990
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My prayers and condolences to Lanier Talley family. Liz was a jewel. She will be missed.
Tambra Cox
left a message on June 24, 2020:
To Jacy and family you have our deepest condolences and our prayers are with you.
Angela Weathers
left a message on June 23, 2020:
My deepest condolences to The Linear and Talley family. I just saw Liz on our virtual 30 year Class reunion. Liz said she wasn’t doing that great but she was there. Little did I know that would be the last time I spoke to or saw her. Liz was a class act and she will be missed dearly.
Kandi Weathers, Miami FL
Blese A. Richardson III
left a message on June 23, 2020:
To the Linear and Talley families, my prayers are with the husband, son, siblings and grandchildren of Liz Linear Talley. May God grant you all comfort in this time of grieving. Eternal peace Liz! Say "hello" to Kim Hall for me! Much love!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Phyllis Lanier
left a message on June 23, 2020:
I may not have know Liz personally, but got to know her over the years via FB and as being family. I will miss her spirit and that contagious smile. Rest easy now my cousin. Praying for strength, comfort and peace for Jacy and the rest of family.
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Mytika and Aaron Richards
left a message on June 28, 2020:
This was my dad’s youngest brother wife. I only met her once but knew she was a good person for him she uplifted and encouraged him. My uncle was in a good place with Liz around I could tell he was truly in a great place in life we will miss you but i know you are in a better place
With love Mytika Richards and family
Shana E. Barnes-Higgins
left a message on June 27, 2020:
Wow, Liz...did NOT expect this to happen to you so soon. Knew you in college; you were always a sweet person. At least your pain is gone. My prayers and condolences go to your family. Rest in power, Soror.
Joey and Katrina Wilson
left a message on June 27, 2020:
May you Rest In Peace with our Heavenly Father.
Jenise Stewart-Fisk University c/o 1990
left a message on June 26, 2020:
Liz was one of the first people I met in college. She was cheerful and very kind. My condolences and prayers to the family.
Shawn Craig
left a message on June 26, 2020:
Love you Liz , I don't have to tell you that we are family , me and your brother have been best friends for over 40 years , so you know how much this hurts me. I'm just glad that you aren't suffering anymore , it was a long journey , but you made it to the promise land .....i will miss you , but i know that we will see each other again... Love you
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
alice brown traylor
left a message on June 26, 2020:
What a beautiful family , I have known mom, dad brother and sister fo when the lived on miami st akron ohio my children grew up with the family ..I remenber we took a trip to streetsboro ohio to visit valeris( and jacee) school friends and liz friends for ever (joanna ) school friends .. me being mother of valerie and joanna...lize was just like a daughter..we have the same middle name ..we stope for lunch on the way to streetsboro . ohio we had such a wonderful noon day we talked all the way up thereand enjoyed every moment.. we miss her..she loves her grand children ,we miss you with such a great personality . God bless all ... alice traylor
Denise Bowers and family (DaNitra,Daniel,Darrell & Darnell)l
left a message on June 26, 2020:
To the family of Elizabeth Talley. I met her when she wás my neighbor on Grand Avenue, in Akron, Ohio. When we became close, they movef and we lost contact with each other. However, our sons stayed connected. When they returned Akron, Donte came to my home letting me know they were back. When I told Donte to give me her number, God allowed me to see her again and she was leading a song with The Buchtel Gospel Alumni Choir, when she told me she hadn't been feeling well, after the concert I had to let her know of how beautiful her voice was and she was still in God's Care. Well, family remember where she got her strength and what she would want you to do. Stay prayerful SNF close to each other while we pray that God grant you. Love, peace and comfort st this time and times to come. We send our Love prayers and condolences to all. Keep your heads up, no strength comes from the ground.
Kimberly Richardson
left a message on June 26, 2020:
To the Family of Liz Linear-Talley: My sincere condolences on the loss of this beautiful soul and Soror of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. May God be your comforter and shade in your time of sorrow.
Angel Fleming
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My heart is saddened by this loss. I met Liz in Charlotte. We taught at the same school and later lived as neighbors about two houses apart in the same neighborhood. I appreciated knowing Liz because she was a genuine, down-to-earth person. She was honest, generous, funny, and faithful. My condolences go out to the family and friends that cared about her... she will be missed.
Tracy Kennedy
left a message on June 26, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Liz at Huntingtowne Farms in Charlotte. She was a great teacher, very invested in her students. Liz often talked about her family and it was obvious to anyone who listened for a minute how important they were to her! May she Rest In Peace.
KELLIE F GLENN
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My sincere condolences go out to the Linear and Talley families. Rest in peace sweet soror for your smiles were quite contagious
Kellie Glenn
left a message on June 26, 2020:
My sincere condolences to Linear and Talley family. Rest In Peace Soror Talley for smiles were quite contagious !
Sharon Talley
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My condolences to the Linear family. My brother Bruce loved Liz so much he married her twice, once in NC, Aug 4, 2011 and again in Akron, Oh, May 11th, 2013, Liz is survived by husband, Bruce Talley; Mothrer-in-law, Annie L. Talley; by her brother-in-laws Michael and Conetta Talley of Sealy, TX, Kevin and Angela Talley of Duncan, NC; Wayne and Robin Talley of Apex, NC; Sister-in-Law, Sharon Talley (Davis) of Akron, OH; Nephews; Anthony Davis II, Dominic Talley, Charles Talley and Spouse) Thomas Harris; Niece's; Mytika (Aaron) Richards; Lauren Talley, Angelica Talley, Anna Robertson(and spouse). She was preceded in death by Father-in-law, Charles B. Talley Jr. and Brother-in-Law, Charles L. Talley.
Amen
Carla C. Fowler
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My deepest sympathy is extended to your family. My prayers are with your family. Fisk Class of 1990
Billy Jackson
left a message on June 25, 2020:
You will be missed my friend. Our prayers are sent on behalf of the family.
Brunetta Garner
left a message on June 25, 2020:
Deepest sympathy to the family. Rest In Peace, Fiskite!
Tamiko Mcquart - Fisk University class of 1990
left a message on June 25, 2020:
My prayers and condolences to Lanier Talley family. Liz was a jewel. She will be missed.
Tambra Cox
left a message on June 24, 2020:
To Jacy and family you have our deepest condolences and our prayers are with you.
Angela Weathers
left a message on June 23, 2020:
My deepest condolences to The Linear and Talley family. I just saw Liz on our virtual 30 year Class reunion. Liz said she wasn’t doing that great but she was there. Little did I know that would be the last time I spoke to or saw her. Liz was a class act and she will be missed dearly.
Kandi Weathers, Miami FL
Blese A. Richardson III
left a message on June 23, 2020:
To the Linear and Talley families, my prayers are with the husband, son, siblings and grandchildren of Liz Linear Talley. May God grant you all comfort in this time of grieving. Eternal peace Liz! Say "hello" to Kim Hall for me! Much love!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Phyllis Lanier
left a message on June 23, 2020:
I may not have know Liz personally, but got to know her over the years via FB and as being family. I will miss her spirit and that contagious smile. Rest easy now my cousin. Praying for strength, comfort and peace for Jacy and the rest of family.
Calhoun Funeral Home & Cremation Service
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