Mrs. Linda Gaile Craven Hudgins Sims, age 67, of Molena, GA, died June 23, 2012 at her residence.

Mrs. Sims was born on August 11, 1944 in Thomaston, GA, to the late Snookie and Cora Lee Craven. She was formerly employed with Wal-Mart, where she worked in sales for many years.

Survivors include her special aunt, Mrs. Yvonne Thompson of Thomaston, GA; daughters, Mrs. Lissa and Kevin Taylor of Dayton, OH, Ms. Brandy Sims of Thomaston, GA; sons, Mr. Joey Hudgins of Thomaston, GA, Mr. Jay and Johnella Hudgins of Thomaston, OH; brothers, Mr. Steve and Bonnie Craven of Newnan, GA, Mr. Bob and Sharla Craven of Thomaston, GA; sisters, Mrs. Norma and Felton Reeves of Thomaston, GA, Mrs. Deborah and Randy Fallin of Thomaston, GA, Mrs. Tonja and Romeo Raunard of Talbotton, GA; grandchildren, A.J., Levi, Justin (Joselyn), C.J., Johnna; many nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2012 at 2 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 28, 2012 from 6-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Thomaston Hospice at 512 South Center Street, Thomaston, GA 30286.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.