Linda Jean Estes (Sauceman), of Russellville, TN, born July 28, 1943, passed away peacefully April 3, 2022.  Linda was the first female school bus driver in Hamblen County and retired after 33 long years.  She was a hard worker who loved her family.  She was the second born of ten siblings.

Linda is preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul Estes; daughter Teresa Estes Mason; parents Doyle and Ruth Sauceman; and 2 siblings.

She is survived by her daughter, Paula Estes; granddaughter Marva Mason; and seven siblings.

The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Thursday, April 7, in the East chapel of Allen Funeral Home.  The funeral service will follow at 7pm with Rev. Greg. Ellison officiating.  Interment will be 1 pm Friday, April 8, in Cedar Grove Church Cemetery in Russellville.                                    

Allen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.