Linda Root
Description
Linda Root was born June 3, 1953 in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Linda's parents, Rosemary McGuire and Clifford James McGuire, had six children, including Linda. Linda grew up in Kellyville, moving to Bristow in 1972. She recounted her childhood, including her mother's English heritage, her love for horseback riding, and her involvement in school activities. Linda married Richard Allan Root in 1970 and moved frequently due to his military service. She owned Root Real Estate and Root’s Furniture for around 20 years. Linda also helped establish the Tabouleh Festival in Bristow to promote the town's Lebanese heritage.
Date
2025-07-01
Files
Collection
Citation
“Linda Root,” Stories of Bristow, accessed January 15, 2026, https://bristoworalhistory.org/items/show/146.
