Belynda Katrine

Harrison Linton

Belynda Katrine Harrison Linton, 66, of Petrolia, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, knowing her mission on Earth was complete.

Belynda was born on November 14, 1958—her mother's birthday—in Wichita Falls, Texas, to the late Haskell and Samie Harrison. She was brought home to the family farm in Charlie, Texas, where her early childhood was filled with love, laughter, and the embrace of a large extended family.

Her family later moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she spent much of her elementary years forming a deep, lifelong friendship. When it came time for her best friends to move, Belynda and her mama convinced her daddy to buy a house just across the street from them—proof of the kind of lasting bonds she built. Eventually, the family returned to Petrolia, where Belynda put down roots and created a life rich in enduring friendships and community.

Summers were spent camping with cousins, laughing at the lake house, and sharing coffee and stories with the ladies in her mom's beauty shop. She was a member of Petrolia Methodist Church and a graduate of Petrolia High School. She later attended Midwestern State University, pursuing a degree in English Education.

Belynda was a woman of many talents. She could run a business or a tractor—and did both with ease. Over the years, she owned and operated a few businesses, including a collection agency and a Merle Norman store, while always staying ready to lend a hand on the farm. She retired from Telispire PCS as an HR manager, where she made just as many friends as she did in every chapter of her life.

She was married twice: first to her high school sweetheart, Allen Hennan, and later to her forever love, Buddy Linton—who helped care for her until the very end. Belynda was a devoted mother to three children and opened her heart and home to many others along the way. Her house was a safe haven filled with love, laughter, and often a few extra mouths at the dinner table.

Of all the roles Belynda held, "Marmie" was her favorite. She was the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren and their biggest cheerleader—never missing a game, performance, or milestone. She loved to travel and was always down for a road trip with them.

She is survived by her children: Chance (Madison) Hennan of Wichita Falls, Shea (Rick) Johns of Petrolia, and Kalie Linton of Byers. Her siblings: Howard (Lisa) Harrison of Kingwood, Katy Jo Jackson of Wichita Falls, and her favorite brother-in-law, Ron Ballesteros of Bremerton, Washington. Grandchildren: Gracie, Nicole, Kyle, Keyton, Roo, Paisley, Oliver, Leia, Dixie, and Chelan. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends she considered family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Haskell and Samie Harrison, brother-in-law, James Jackson Sr., and her beloved sister, Paula Ballesteros.

A celebration of Belynda's life will be held at Petrolia Methodist Church on Saturday, August 9th at 10:30 a.m., officiated by Terri Whitgrove. In true Harrison fashion—where gathering together was always top priority—we invite all who loved her to join us afterward at the Petrolia Senior Citizens Center to share lunch, swap stories, and celebrate the legacy of a life beautifully lived.