05/13/2026
🕊️With profound sorrow, the Williamsburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. announces the passing of our beloved Soror, Linda Matthews King.🕊️
Soror King was initiated into Alpha Eta Chapter (Virginia State University) on November 20, 1971, and remained a faithful, active, and devoted member of our sisterhood throughout her life. Her legacy of service, leadership, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to our chapter and community will forever be cherished.
A recipient of the Greek of the Year Award (2016 & 2023) and the Iris S. Judkins Sisterhood Award (2022), Soror King faithfully served on numerous committees, including Technology, Policies & Procedures, Nominating, and Scholarship. On October 26, 2025, Soror King was ordained as a deacon at New Zion Baptist Church. Her impact on our chapter and the lives of those she touched will never be forgotten.
We invite our community, family, friends, and fellow Sorors to join us as we celebrate the beautiful life and enduring legacy of Soror Linda Matthews King.
🕊️ Omega Omega Service
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 New Zion Baptist Church 3991 Longhill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188.
🕊️ Celebration of Life Service
📅 Friday, May 22, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 New Zion Baptist Church 3991 Longhill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Family visitation begins at 10:30 AM, with a repast immediately following the service.
Services are entrusted to Whiting’s Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Soror Linda Matthews King may be made to the American Cancer Society. https://www.cancer.org/donate/hope.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaignid=21603275924&utm_adgroupid=169792393161&utm_keyword=american%20cancer%20society&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21603275924&gbraid=0AAAAAD2heec47RjnlpuCc87d-egxlgG2T&gclid=CjwKCAjwn4vQBhBsEiwAq3hhN5SQOpC0vWl0s4lne5uYkyirlDUwcDj6qAGKY7Z-th4t76GTh5n_NhoC8SoQAvD_BwE
❤️🤍 Soror Linda Matthews King: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” - Philippians 4:6 (NIV) ❤️🤍