Jerry Linker, age 77, of Russellville, died Wednesday May 28, 2025, at his home. He was born December 12, 1947, in Perryville, to Gylem Pate and Leola Caldwell Linker.

He was a member of London First Baptist Church.  He retired from ConAgra after almost 30 years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Wayne Linker; and two brothers, Pate and Thomas Linker.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Shellene Burk Linker; a son, Jerry Dallas Linker of Russellville; two sisters, Glenda McCoy of McDade, Texas and Josephine Hart of Mt. View; four grandchildren, Ashley Linker, Jared (Kelly) Linker, Dallas Linker and Tyler (Savanna) Linker; three great-grandchildren; and one on the way.

The graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 30, 2025, at Bakers Creek Cemetery with the Rev. Danny Green and the Rev. Brett Cottrell officiating under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5:00-6:00 p.m., at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-1905.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com.