In memoriam: Paul Allen Linkous, Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities

26 May 2023

Springtime on the Blacksburg campus. Photo by Mary Desmond for Virginia Tech.

Paul Allen Linkous. Photo courtesy of the Linkous family.

Paul Allen Linkous, retired HVAC installation/repair supervisor for the Division of Campus Planning, Infrastructure, and Facilities, passed away on May 16.

Linkous was born on July 31, 1939, to Paul and Mildred Linkous.

Linkous was a friend to all. He enjoyed frequently visiting his many friends at local auto and hardware businesses. His dog, Yellow, who never left his side, was his best friend and companion. Linkous also loved to hunt, fish, and play golf.

Linkous is survived by his daughter, Karen Leland; grandson, Jared Leland; brothers and sisters-in-law Bernard and Ellen Linkous and Lonzie and Wilda Linkous; uncle, Roy Quesenberry; aunts Shelby Quesenberry and Stella Quesenberry; many friends, nieces and nephews; and his dog, Yellow.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jackie Linkous; and his brothers and sisters-in-law Roger and Amelia Linkous and Woody and Helen Linkous.

Linkous’ full obituary is available online.