Laura Lou Duckworth (Linden) was born on January 19, 1954 in Monroe Louisiana. Her father Floyd F. Duckworth and her mother Girtha M. Smith.

Laura was the oldest of three. Leaving behind four children Avis Sanders, James Sanders, Shana Sanders and Earnest Collins. Laura had eight grandchildren Trevion Palmer, Donnell Lyons Jr. , Danielle Lyons, Ivory Sanders, Shalla Sanders, Hayden Sanders, Jaime Sanders and Isaiah Collins.

Laura will never ever be forgotten. She left her mark here on earth and we will always be oh so grateful. Rest now my love, we will take it from here! We love you Momma/Momma Lou/Meme/Gram Gram!