Linda Diane Gurzell, 72, of Hollywood, MD died on May 5, 2016 in her home. Born December 1, 1943 she was the daughter of the late Elmer McConkey and Mary McConkey.

Linda enjoyed reading, sewing and crafts. She retired from the Federal Government after 30 years of service. She loved trees and vacationing in Nags Head. Her joy was living with her daughter / son in law and watching her grand- daughters grow up.

Linda is predeceased by her parents; brothers, Paul McConkey, Peewee McConkey; sisters, Shirley Downey and Vickie McConkey. Linda is survived by her children Susan R. Gray (William) of Hollywood, MD, Paul E. Ratliff Jr. (Elizabeth) of West Virginia; brothers, Ronald McConkey, Skippy McConkey; grandchildren, Jenna Gray, Kristina Gray, Julian Ratliff, and Trevour Ratliff.

In Lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to: St. Mary's Animal Welfare League, P.O. Box 1232, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Family will welcome friends for Linda's Life Celebration on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM followed by a service at 7:00PM at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Arrangements provided by Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home.