Linda Wanell Whitt, 83, of Panhandle Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday, June

26, 2026.

Linda was born on January 14, 1943, in Lelia Lake, Texas. Linda was the daughter of

Tilman “T. J.” James Tice and Gladys Rich Tice. She married the love her of life, Wilbert

“Wil” Lee Whitt, on June 4, 1962, in Clarendon, Texas. As a proud military wife, Linda

and Wil made several moves before returning home to Panhandle, where they settled

near family, to raise their two sons, James and Donald Whitt.

Linda worked for several businesses throughout the years before finishing her career by

owning and operating a house-cleaning business alongside her sister, Barbara, until

retirement. While she worked hard throughout her life, her greatest calling was caring

for those she loved.

After retiring, Linda found her greatest joy, spending time with family. She especially

loved cooking for everyone, particularly during the holidays. Every member of the family

had a favorite dessert that “meme” made, and the holidays simply wouldn’t have been

the same without them. She never let anyone leave hungry, but if by chance, you

complained about what she cooked, with her signature wit and a grin, she’d simply say,

“Well, you can just kick your can down the road!”.

The kitchen table was the heart of Linda’s home, where countless memories were made

over home-cooked meals, laughter and fiercely competitive games of UNO. If you sat

down to play, you quickly learned that there was “no mercy.” Even though Meme

somehow always seemed to end up with the most cards in her hand, she would sit there

laughing. Whether she won or lost never really mattered. What mattered was having her

family gathered around the table, sharing laughter, making memories, and simply

enjoying one another’s company. Those evenings became some of the family’s most

treasured traditions and will continue to bring smiles for generations to come.

More than anything, Linda treasured her family. She loved hearing stories about her

grandchildren and great-grandchildren, looking through pictures, celebrating their

accomplishments, and sharing in every adventure, big or small. Her greatest happiness

came from simply being surrounded by those she loved.

Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband Wilbert “Wil” Whitt, parents T.J.

and Gladys Tice, and her sisters, Loretta Colwick and Barbara Ivy.

She is survived by her sons, James Whitt and wife Melody of Panhandle, Donald Whitt

of Panhandle, sister Nora Suttels and husband Dale; six grandchildren, Tabitha Seitz

and husband Cody of Panhandle, Corey Whitt of Panhandle, Austin Whitt, and wife

Tess of Celina, Ryan Whitt of Amarillo, Tyler Whitt of Amarillo, Zach Whitt and wife

Shelby of Panhandle; seven great-grandchildren, Koen Whitt, Lakelynn Whitt, Kaisen

Whitt, Paisley Whitt, Hazel Whitt, Ethan Seitz and Kaytie Seitz, along with numerous

nieces, nephews, extended family members and many dear friends.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Minton

Chatwell Funeral Home in Panhandle.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Services are

under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Panhandle.

Linda’s legacy is not measured by the years she lived, but by the love she gave so

freely. Her laughter around the kitchen table, the desserts she lovingly prepared, the

competitive games of UNO, and the countless memories she created with her family will

live on for generations. Though she will be deeply missed, her love remains woven into

the hearts of all who knew her.