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Josh Linthicum Obituary

Josh Linthicum, a 2008 Kenton Ridge High School graduate, died Monday, Jan. 4, at Bethesda Hospital in Cincinnati.

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Published by Springfield News-Sun from Jan. 4 to Jan. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Josh Linthicum

250 Entries

Kerry Walsh

November 20, 2010

I was at my first Monon Bell game this year. I met your son Chad and talked with him as we watched the football "team walk" before the game. When the day was over and Wabash had an overwhelming victory over DePauw, the proudest moment of Wabash I had was talking to your son. He told me about Wabash Football and what it had done for him and the rest of the Linthicum Family. My son is a freshman on the team and Chad told me what a great decision my son had made to go there and the tremendous character that the coaches and members of the Wabash football team have. It made me proud that my son was a member of such a great team OFF the field. Good luck to you and your family, and I want to express a great thank you to Chad for the faith he gave me in my son's decision. God bless you all. WAF

Denison University Big Red Football Team

January 31, 2010

No words can say how truly saddened we are for your loss. As fellow student-athletes, we understand the dedication that is required of Divison III athletes. Know that his teammates will continue to play on for him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Ryan Bogenschutz

January 27, 2010

In loving memory of a great friend:
Josh was an exceptional person that I had the privilege to meet. He was constantly creating laughter for everyone around, and I am glad that I had the opportunity to not only meet such and amazing person but to also become close friends with him. He will forever live through those who were touched by him and his influence on this Earth will never end because of that. We love and miss you big guy.

With Love,
Your friends at the 207

Cindy Dailey McNamara

January 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss. May you find comfort in knowing what a wonderful man you raised who touched so many lives.

Marc Noll

January 18, 2010

I had the privilege of taking some classes at Wabash with Josh, the first being our freshman tutorial, in which he affectionately gave me the nickname "Ice Man", a reference to the earrings I wear. Josh was a really funny guy who always had something clever and interesting to say, and he will be greatly missed by all.

The Schweigels

January 16, 2010

In Loving Memory -
Josh was a very nice young man and we truely enjoyed getting to know him, his parents and his family over the past two years. We sat with his parents at every Wabash football game - talking, laughing and cheering for the team. We always admired their dedication to their son and to the team - traveling a long distance to every game, home or away, no matter how far, no matter if Josh got to play or not. We are truely saddened by this unexpected lose and our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

God Bless!

corben hannah

January 15, 2010

hey i didnt really know josh but i knew of him he was a good kid my cousin nick hannah played foot ball with him and he talked alot about him

Grady Phillips

January 14, 2010

To Josh's Family,

Im only a freshman and did not have the chance to become as close to Josh as I would have liked to. I remember being overwhelmed the first time I lined up across from him for a drill. He was one of the biggest players i had ever faced. I had noting but respect for Josh becasue he always made me want to play better and he had no problem speaking the truth or giving his input. He will be greatly missed and I offer you my deepest sympathy. He is in a better place and will be watching us next year from above. God Bless.

Tommy Mambourg

January 11, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

Josh was just a few lockers down from me. I have spent countless times and memories with him in the locker room and still wish I would have gotten to know him better because he was always full of life. His smile and sense of humor always got me going. One memory I remember vividly was one of our last practices as a team this past season, sadly one of the last times I got to take the field with Josh. Josh had been a bit late to practice because he could not find his jersey. Little did he know that Kody Lemond (locker buddy)would be wearing it when he got out to the field. Josh ended up walking out to the field in Kody's uniform, it was quite the site to see him in the uniform and put a huge smile on my face. My prayers are with you all, may God bless you. Josh was an amazing man you all should be proud.

January 11, 2010

To Josh's family,

We had not met Josh yet, but just knowing he was a member of the Wabash family, we know he was a fine young man that you were proud of.

Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our hearts go out to you, and we will keep you in our prayers.

David, Victoria, Tara, and Grady Phillips.

Bo & Kathy Lehr

January 10, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of your son Josh.

My wife and I met him after the Wabash/Valparaiso JV football game this past fall.

We were absolutely shocked to hear of his passing.

In the short 10 minutes we talked with him we were so impressed with the way he carried himself. What a fine young man if I ever saw one. What a terrible loss for his school, his team and his friends.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda Cooper

January 10, 2010

Brenda, Mike and the Linthicum family,

It's been a long time since we were in school and I didn't know Josh but I wanted to express my sincere condolences for your loss. No one knows how hard it can be till they go thru this, know in your hearts and souls that Josh will always be with you in everything you do, you will never forget just cope daily. I'm sorry I wasn't able to pay my respects due to being out of town but I wanted you to know that I was thinking of all of you. God Bless and stay strong for each other.

Linda Hollar Cooper
South High School (79)

Jeremy Morris

January 10, 2010

To Josh's family,

I have no idea where to start. Josh and I had a relationship from the time he was a freshman. I initially liked him because he liked to talk on the field, go figure. He was full of personality and confidence which were his greatest attributes. I tried to push Josh so that he could take his game to the next level. I always told him that I wouldn’t be around forever. He always laughed and told me that he was going to take my spot regardless. I’ll never forget this past year at the Allegheny game when I was coming off of an injury Josh went in and did a great job finishing out the game. After the first series he came off the field and told me that the Defensive end said that he was way better than I was and that he was going to take my spot. Of course josh made sure to let me know about this as only he can. He was a loving kid and would do anything for anyone. He will be truly missed by everyone. Every time I play football it will be in memory of Josh. My hearts goes out to you all, but know that he is in a better place and looking down on all of us.

Jeremy Morris

Tausha Green

January 10, 2010

To Josh's Family,
I didnt know Josh personally! I was a year higher at KR!! But i did watch him play tons of football!! He will be missed by tons!! My heart goes out to you!

January 9, 2010

Debbie, Mike and Chad,
Words do not begin to express the sorrow that you must be experiencing. What does someone say at a time like this, words are almost meaningless. I will say that I will lift your family up in prayer and think of you often. May God bless you all.

Dawn Cline

Jake Kolisek

January 9, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

I remember the beginning of my sophomore year, Josh's freshman year, and just seeing this man child who had a locker just a couple lockers down from me. To say the least, he had some personality. As this past year and a half went by I really enjoyed Josh. He truly was one of those few people who was loved by everyone. I don't think I ever saw him in a bad mood, and if I was in a bad mood, being around him and listening to him usually always cheered me up because he would just say something that you couldn't help but laugh. He was one of the most honest person I'd ever met. He did not care how mad it made you, he was going to tell you the truth, and I respected him so much for that. He truly had the respect of the whole team and he will be greatly missed. It's still kind of surreal that he's gone, but I will never forget him. My prayers are with you, you guys really raised an amazing guy. God Bless

Kevin McCarthy

January 9, 2010

To the Linthicum Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Josh. It is unbelievable. As his roommate last year, and living on his floor this year I can say he will be sorely missed here at Wabash. He brought humor and life into any situation, it is his most enduring quality. I can tell stories for hours of the crazy, hilarious stuff he did last year that still make me laugh. Like the time I was messing with him, so he thew me off my bed, took my mattress and dropped it down two flights of stairs! He was a good guy, very kind, very warm-hearted - though he came off as tough. He went and got the mattress after I threatened to throw his laundry off the balcony too.
I will miss him, I will always remember the man he is, he is irreplaceable. You are all in my prayers.

Erik Raeburn

January 9, 2010

Josh was the very first player I recruited at Wabash. I didn't even know where my office was and hadn't met very many of the players, yet here I was trying to convince him he would be a great fit. He truly was a great fit at Wabash. Mike, Debbie and Chad are a great fit as well. My deepest sympathies to all of you.

January 9, 2010

To the Linthicum family, my heart is with you. So young to go so soon! What a terrible loss! I know your heart is hurting, time and memories will help heal it, hang in there.

Maggie Proctor (your cousin, Peggy Linthicum)

Stacy Orndorff-Everhart

January 9, 2010

Mike, Debbie, & Chad,

Your family is in our hearts & prayers as you lay to rest such a loving soul. Be at Peace knowing that God must of had a need for him and one day you all will meet again. Our sincere Sympathy today, tomorrow, and the days to come.

The Orndorff's

Herb,Terry,& Stacy(Orndorff-Everhart)

Zack Helman

January 9, 2010

The first time i met Josh it was my junior year of high school. I was at my first powerlifting meet with a friend of mine. After i completed the squat part of the meet a young man came up to me and started to talk to me, it was Josh. He was the nicest person i have ever met. After the meet we said our good byes and i figured i would never see him again. Then later on that winter i started to see him at recruiting events for different schools. Once again i figured i would never think i would see him again. It was then track season and i was at a meet at urbana and felt a nudge in my side and it turned out it was Josh. We talked throughout the meet and exchanged phone numbers and started to talk every now and again. Then my senior year started and i had to make the hardest descion of my life on which college to goto. I was on a visit to Wittenburg and the second i walked through the gates it turned out that Witt was playing Wabash and to my surprise Josh was standing right there. During the game he told me all the wonderful things Wabash was all about, and at half time Josh invited me to stand on the sideline with the team. I was so amazed by the team and the stuff he had told me that i started to get more intrested in Wabash. I went on many visits and on one i spent the weekend with Josh and saw Wabash at its best, and i was sold. I am now enrolled at wabash and enjoying every minute of it. Josh helped me make the best discion of my life and i cant thank him enough for it. God works in mysterious ways i met Josh thinking i would never see him again, then two years later we were great friends. Josh was a great friend who will always be in my heart.

January 8, 2010

We do not know your Josh personally, but he was our son's pen pal when he was in first grade and he really left an impression on our son with all letters and communication they had about sports and my sons wrestling matches and josh's powerlifting, we felt we knew josh 's passionions which gave my son so much encouragenent. He is reading the book Josh gave him at the end of the year when he got to meet his pen pal at northridge elementary school. How nice
to have had the privlege for my son to have met your son . GOD bless your Josh and family. God will take care of you

blazer family

Pamela Payne

January 8, 2010

No bond is greater than the love between a parent and child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.May all your wonderful memories of Josh Help you in this tragic loss.He was an exceptional young man. Randy and Pamela Payne,Cameron Foster,Jordan Harrington.

Keith Shelton (Wabash '96)

January 8, 2010

Please accept my sympathy in the passing of your son. I hope that the friends and family that surround you will be a comforting reminder of the lives he touched. Please know that the prayers of the Wabash community, both past and present, are with you during this difficult time.

Alan and Judie Eddelman

January 8, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,
As fellow parents of a Wabash football player, our hearts grieve for your loss. Upon hearing the many wonderful memories of your son, it is clear to us that he was a very special young man. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jeffrey Linthicum

January 8, 2010

'To the outside world we all grow old. But not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we always were. We know each other's hearts. We share private family jokes. We remember family feuds and secrets, family griefs and joys. We live outside the touch of time.' ~Clara Ortega

My heart is broken for my brother Mike, his wife Debbie, my nephew Chad and my Linthicum & extended Hoy families. Stay strong... and know that I am with you in spirit... always. Much love.

Evan Rhinesmith

January 8, 2010

I first met Josh last year in College Hall, and from the first night I met him to the Friday before Christmas Break this year, he was one of the nicest people I have ever met. He would give me a hard time for being a swimmer, but was always interested in how my season was going. He would always come into my room after I got back from practice and turn on some ridiculous VH1 reality show and would always make me laugh. I feel very lucky to have known Josh and to have spent the time with him that I had. I will miss Josh very much, not just because he was a great friend, but because he was a great person and the world is a lesser place without him in it. Thank you Josh, for being a great friend.

God Bless

January 8, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Josh. Please accept my deepest symthathy. I watched him play baseball for Kenton Ridge and he was good.

Sincerely,
Rusty Truman

Tom and Nancy Ballard

January 8, 2010

Our hearts ache for you at this incredibly hard time. As a parent, and part of the Wabash football family, there are no words to describe your pain. Your Little Giant will be your beacon of light to guide you through. Such a wonderful young man, as true Wabash men are, his presence will be sorely missed; but he will forever be at the line, ready to go after it, which he loved.
Prayers and Godspeed

Dan Allen

January 8, 2010

Being a freshman I did not come as close to Josh as I would have liked to. But from being on the football team and going against Josh almost everyday I did become somewhat close to him. I learned to appreciate Josh's competitiveness and his warm-hearted attitude towards the team. Josh is one of those people that you come across that you know is truly a good guy. I spent more time with Josh as I read in Mrs. Raeburn's classroom with Josh. His joy for life and love smile made the time in the classroom that much more enjoyable. Josh will always be remembered and I know he will always be watching over us with that warming grin we all grew to love so much.

Tim, Becky and Kyle Najar

January 8, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

Please except our deepest sympathy in the tragic loss of your son. Although we have never met, our son Kyle, played football with Josh and is also a sophomore at Wabash. Considering the size of Wabash and the closeness of the football team your loss is felt by all of us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time,

January 8, 2010

Josh will always be remembered. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kevin, Cheri, Kevin & Kyleigh Foley

Mark Ault

January 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Thomas Ballard

January 8, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

Josh and I grew pretty close over the past couple of years. The one thing I always remember doing when being around him was laughing. He had a knack for making people laugh, and it always came at the best times. One of my favorite memories of Josh was from our history class freshman year. We were in groups for reading class material, and every time I didn't finish an assignment, I'd sit down in class, and hear Josh next to me laughing because he knew I didn't read it. Josh was someone you could always count on, and someone you always wanted to be around. My sincerest condolences go out to his family; Josh will be missed dearly.

Thomas Ballard

January 8, 2010

To the Linthicum family,

Josh and I grew pretty close over the past couple of years. The one thing I always remember doing when I was around him was laughing. He had a knack for making people laugh, and it always came at the best times. One of my fondest memories was from History class last year. We were in groups for reading class material, and as soon as we got to class, he'd start laughing because he knew neither of us read the entire assignment. Josh was one of those guys you could always count on, and someone you always wanted to be around. And because of this, I can honestly say it was a privilege to be a friend of his as well as a teammate. My sincerest condolences go out to his family, and he will be missed greatly.

Mark Dewart

January 8, 2010

On behalf of Wabash Men everywhere, I offer our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Linthicum family. It is clear that Josh has left a lasting impact on Wabash College. Josh Linthicum -- you're some Little Giant.
Mark Dewart '74, President, Wabash College Alumni Association

Lehman's

January 8, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Josh was a good friend, he was there when no one else was. . . Amber, Ann and Cody Toms

Cindy Phillips

January 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this unexpected and tragic loss. Though far too short, his was an example of a life well lived.

Joshua Gangloff

January 8, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,

I can honestly say that Josh was the first and last person to talk trash to me before he was even at Wabash! I met Josh on his recruiting visit to Wabash and we talked and laughed and had a great time...... few days later I get a facebook friend request from Josh! I was excited to be honest so I obviously accepted him...... as soon as my finger pushed the button he pops up on chat telling me how bad he was going to man handle me on the football field!! This was a young man that I had just met and his passion was obvious! I had never experienced having a chat with a soon to be fellow teammate not to mention a conversation where he was tearing me up with trash talk and I couldn't do a thing about it because I wanted to make sure he was coming to Wabash before I would partake in the trash talk!! Well he came and the trash talking continued all the way through my senior year! Every single time I stepped foot on that practice field, Josh would be in my ear telling me how bad he was going to tear me up! Josh made me a better player! I know the hurt and pain will be constant but know that Josh was a special part of Wabash and that will also be constant for ever and ever. My prayers are with you and I will never forget your son and his impact in my life! Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. We are family and when a part of our family is lost, the family is forced to get closer! Keep fighting and never give up! That's what Josh did! Thank you for sharing your son with me and all of the other people he has impacted! Big 70 will never be forgotten! God Bless
LAF(Linthicums Always Fight)

Quinitn (Chief) Burkett

January 8, 2010

When I first met Josh I was confused by his honesty and humor. However, after spending two years playing next to him and experiencing the trials of a wabash man with him, I grew to love him as more than just a teammate, but as one of my closest friends. Josh helped me to become a better linemen. Even when his injuries forced him to the sidelines he made it a point to improve me in the techniques of our position. Everyday we had our one on one drills Josh made it a point to critique my evey move. His punishment for me when I lost was push-ups. There were some days I had to do nearly a hundred of them, but i knew he was only doing it to improve my skills for the betterment of the team. I can honestly say he improved my technique more then any other person. Not only did he help me to improve as a footballer, but more importantly as a person. We have had some good times together, more than I can remember. Numerous times throughout our relationship Josh emphasized the importance of appreciating those around me and to simply to enjoy the difficulties and trials that life brings at you. For these improvements and his company I cannot think him enough. He has undoubtedly changed my life in so many positive ways. I love you Josh and will forever miss you until we meet again at the pearly gates.

Heidi Nemwan

January 8, 2010

Linthicum family,

We are so sorry for you loss. I remember watching Josh play football and baseketball while my daughter cheered. He was wonderful young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Heidi&Michael Newman&Samantha Hicks

Liz Raeburn

January 8, 2010

Josh was an incredible part of the Wabash Football Family and the Wabash Community. He came on Fridays to work in my classroom at Northridge Middle School and play games with my students with special needs. He was so much bigger than all of them--so they always wanted to hug him! He also gave me grief about my one keepsake of my alma mater, Mount Union. :) He was a Wabash man through and through. And we are all better human beings for knowing Josh and having him in our lives. Wabash Always Fights.

Curt & Nancy Coggins

January 8, 2010

We are sad beyond words and praying for your family for healing, comfort & strength. Josh played football with our son, Kenny, at Wabash. Curt & I met Josh after an away game when Kenny introduced him as "the football player that reminds me of my good friend back home". I knew right away that Josh was special and enjoyed a brief conversation with him. He was a very fun, positive & warm spirit and will obviously be missed by many. My hope is that these entries will bring peace & love to your hurting hearts!

Quintin (Chief) Burkett

January 8, 2010

When I first met Josh I was confused by his honesty and humor. However, after spending two years playing next to him and going through the trials of a wabash man together, I grew to love him not only as a teammate, but as one of my closest freinds. We've had some good times, more than I can remember. Not only did we enjoy life together, but Josh helped me to become a better linemen. Even when he was hurt on the sidelines, Josh made it a point to beat the techniques of our position into me. Everyday during the one on one drills he critiqued my every move and when I lost his punishment for me was pushups. There were some days I had to do nearly a hundred of them, but I knew he only wanted to help me to become a better player for the team. He did not have to spend so much time helping me, but he made it a point to strive for excellence. Not only did Josh help to improve me as a footballer, but more importantly he helped me to become a better person as well. Many times throughout our relationship Josh pointed out the importance of appreciating those around me and to simply enjoy the difficulties and trials that life brings at you. For these reasons and his company I cannot thank him enough for the joy and improvemnt he brought to my life. I love you Josh and will forever miss you until we meet again at the pearly gates.

Peter Hulen

January 8, 2010

To all who knew and loved Josh, my sincere condolences in this sad time of loss. I had Josh in a class on music fundamentals at Wabash College. He was a cheerful guy and I appreciated his attitude. My heartfelt sympathy to all affected by his passing.

Lisa Palmer

January 8, 2010

Dear Debbie, Mike and Chad,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. It is obvious from the many words from friends, team mates and family what a wonderful guy we lost when heaven gained an angel. Blessings to all, Jack and Lisa Palmer and family

January 8, 2010

Even though there is little we can do to ease your pain, I hope it helps to know that all of Wabash is saddened by your great loss. Josh was a wonderful student and those who met him couldn't help but be touched by his smile.

Patrick White

January 8, 2010

Among so many wonderful young men of Wabash, Josh stood out in the way he combined passion, commitment, and fire, with a gentle, kind and aware disposition. Whenever I would run into Josh, often with other football players or just walking around campus, Josh would seem for all his strength and power like a still and quiet center of activity. Others might rush by with attention elsewhere. But Josh would fix my attention, with a word or two of greeting or conversation. He was one of the Wabash men most "awake" to Wabash, most aware of what it meant to be a Wabash man. He made all around him, including his fortunate president, be more awake, aware, and appreciative of Wabash and of life. We will all miss him, and we will honor him by challenging ourselves to live at Wabash to be worthy of the love and devotion and attention he gave to the College and to his fellow Wabash men. We are all better for his presence.

January 8, 2010

To the Lithicum Family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Josh. The words spoken by his friends, aquaintances and loved ones show the way that he touched people while he was here. May God give you the strength and wisdom that you and your family need to get through this deeply painful time. Our prayers are will you.

Terry, Bill & Matt Flaker

Brenda Lewis

January 8, 2010

Never having been blessed with children of my own, Mike and Debbie have always freely shared both of my nephews with me for which I have always been grateful. When Mike called me with the news of Josh's death I felt a giant hole open up in my heart which I thought would never heal. Over the last few days I've been reading these entries and the ones on Face Book. I find that what is happening is that with each kind sentiment, heartwarming story and funny rememberence of Josh that I read the giant hole in my heart is being healed a little more. I'm sure that, in time, when I think of Josh, instead of being sad for his passing I will be able to celebrate his life and the fact that we got to have him in our lives for 19 years instead of dwell on the fact that he isn't here anymore. And when I think of him and his smile the healing will continue. So thank you to everyone who has shared your "Josh Story" with us and has helped our family get through this truly difficult time.

Brenda (Linthicum) Lewis
Josh's very proud aunt

Jerri Dyke

January 8, 2010

Dan & family,
It is hard to remember a conversation Scott, you & I had about our families where Josh & Chad were not a topic of pride for you. It always showed how dearly you loved those boys and all of your family.
I pray those memories can bring you some peace, knowing Josh will always be with you in your heart.

It sounds like Josh touched more lives in his 19 years than some do in 90. No wonder you were no proud...

Scott & Jerri

January 8, 2010

We are very sorry to hear about Josh. Our prayers are with your entire family. May God give you strength that only he can give in this very difficult time.

Terry & Bill Flaker

January 7, 2010

Jake Gilbert

January 7, 2010

Of all the guys I've recruited to Wabash, I think Josh was the best fit of everyone. He loved it here, and we loved him! Its already tough. He's going to be missed beyond measure. I am so grateful for all the times he came in to my office for no reason at all. I enjoyed every moment I ever had with him. My only regret is that he didn't beat out Isaacs for the Bench Press World Championship belt.

David Laywell

January 7, 2010

We lived in Ohio for the last 47 years and we check the online Springfield paper all the time and my heart is very saddened by your loss, we certainly want you to know that prayer is the only thing that can help you right now with a lot of grace added. It was wonderful to read how he cared so much about others and now God knew this was the time to bring him home, we can't understand the things of God at all times but please remember he will help you thru this terrible loss. Also remember the wonderful thought that we can't bring him back here we know, but we can go where he is someday.

Marion Posey

January 7, 2010

May God bless and rest your soul. May he provide comfort to your family and friends.

Robby Dixon

January 7, 2010

Josh was in my history class last semester. Even though I never spoke to him there (we sat on opposite sides of the room) or knew him from anywhere else, several times he would come up to me in the library to ask how I was doing on a paper or something - from no motive, as far as I could tell, other than pure friendliness. This was unusual but very appreciated. I thought, even at the time, that it's comforting to know that people like that exist. My prayers are with him and his family.

Ryan Sosinski

January 7, 2010

My heart goes out to the linthicum family. I play on the football team with Josh and got to know him through football. He's always knew how to make someone laugh. I will miss him a lot and wish the best for all of you.

Ryan Sosinski

Brian Tucker

January 7, 2010

I first met Josh when he was a student in my C&T class last semester. It was a pleasure to discuss books and ideas with him - he always had something good to say, and he often contributed the best humorous insight of the day. I looked forward to running into Josh around campus, outside of class. He was a good guy and a quick wit. With fond memories and sincere condolences,

gordon colson

January 7, 2010

I didn't know Josh and don't know you folks, but my heart goes out to you! May God be with you during this difficult time.

Gordon Colson '58

January 7, 2010

To the Linthicum Family,
Our heart goes out to you at this time of loss. Josh was a wonderful young man who touched the lives of so many people in a positive way in his short 20 years on this earth. He was indeed a blessing! May God surround you with love and comfort.
Phil and Nancy Calland

kim bliss

January 7, 2010

I have got to know josh through chad. Chad was a great role model for him. and i could tell josh looked up to him. He will be very sadly missed by all. I have many memories of Josh. And they will never be forgotten. MY thoughts are with the entire family.

Nick Durm

January 7, 2010

Josh was always one to crack a joke and bring humor out of even a bad situation. However, my fondest memory of Josh will be from this season while Josh was injured and could not participate in practice. Instead of sitting back and relaxing at practice, Josh made it his goal to observe and critique the technique of our olinemen. He helped me out a lot by watching and making simple observations, and I know he was a big help to Chief as well. I respected the fact that Josh went out of his way to make a contribution to the team, even while he was hurt. This showed how he cared about our guys and about the football team.

The team will not be the same without Josh's input on the field or in the locker room. He will be missed.

January 7, 2010

To the Linthicum Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Although we have never met, I'm sure our paths have crossed many times on Saturdays in the fall.Our son Jake plays safety for Wabash and was close to Josh.Our daughter also had recently become friends with Josh after meeting him at a party. We visited with Josh at Jake's house after the Monan Bell game.We did not know him well, but knew about him through our chidren.He was a great kid and very well liked by everyone is how he was described to us. We have thought of you often these past few days and are keeping you in our prayers.
Paul and Kim Martin

Local Family

January 7, 2010

We didn't know Josh, but feel deeply for your loss. Our families prayers are with you all.

Steve Rogers

January 7, 2010

I remember being very excited when I found out that Josh had decided to come to Wabash. I also remember being shocked when he emerged from a large pack of teammates as a finalist to perform the kickoff duties for the Red squad Josh's freshman year. He will be missed but never forgotten.

January 7, 2010

Linthicum Family,
We are sorry for your loss. I wish I knew Josh better than I did. I always knew he was helping others in both powerlifting and football and never turned down anybody in need of advice or help. He was always in a good mood and with his attitude he was able to brighten the room. I will miss him as I know lot others will also. Our family's prayers will always will be with the Linthicum family

Bob, Tammie, David, Mark Jacobs
Breanna and Nicolette Offenbaker

January 7, 2010

Josh family
I never got to know Josh. But with a few more bus trips it would have happened. You see I drove the team bus for the way games.There is a great brotherhood with this group of fine men. And maybe ther circle is broken now but we know it will some day be complete again. I'm only sadden for families of Josh
Bus driver Vern

Zach Rohrbach

January 7, 2010

Josh had a key to our suite in the dorm that he had forgotten to turn in last year, so he could come in even when the doors were locked. But his unexpected and uninvited visits always left me in a better mood than they found me. I don't think I ever saw Josh in a bad mood, other than the good-natured mock anger that made him such an entertaining and likable guy. May he rest in peace, and know that my prayers are with you all.

January 7, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family
Our three children attended Kenton Ridge and received excellent preparation for life, Sorry to have your son's life cut short. Your family will be in prayers. Nelson T and Lynda Smith

January 7, 2010

Linthicum Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Josh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shelly Meyer, McKenzie & Katie Gibson

January 7, 2010

"Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what’s to be a resting place,
Along the road to sweet eternity. We all
Have different journeys, different paths along
The way, we all were meant to learn some things,
But never meant to stay … our destination is a
Place far greater than we know. For some,
The journey’s quicker, for some the journey’s
Slow. And when the journey finally ends,
We’ll claim a great reward and find an
Everlasting peace together,
With the Lord. "
Our deepest sympathy,
Katie Hoefler
Kevin and Robbie Patterson

J.D. McClintic

January 7, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss and your family is in my prayers. Josh was a great guy and will be missed by many people. I actually had the pleasure of having a locker next to Josh this past football season and got to know him pretty well. Josh made hanging out in the locker room fun before and after practice. He would always get people around him to laugh and have a good time. Josh was a very special person and I will miss him greatly.

Seaman

January 7, 2010

Josh often greeted me with a little ball in training room. He was one of my best friends in Wabash. Josh knew my birthday from my facebook and said happy birthday to me that day. Actually, he was the only one did that. I was deeply moved. I will remember his smile forever.
Rest in Peace, Josh.

Tom Blake STFD

January 7, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Judy Hoy

January 7, 2010

Dear Debbie and your family:
I am saddened to hear the news about Josh. Such tragedies are unexpected and disabling, but, keeping faith in God will see you through. I am praying for you and all of the Hoy family. May God extend His blessings on you.

Makayla Ann

January 7, 2010

I did not know Josh but i read his story and his story is very sad. So i am very sorry for you loss.
Rest In Peace Josh

Treasure Evilsizor

January 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. We are so sorry to hear about Josh.

The Evilsizor Family

January 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brooklyn Fish

January 6, 2010

Josh was a great person and he will allways be remembered,my prayers are with his family

Robert Campbell

January 6, 2010

To the Linthicum Family,

Josh was an amazing person whose honesty and wit were always welcome. I had the privelige of working with him in the Athletic Training Room and each day was filled with conversation on a wide rage of subjects and always left with a smile. I have met few people who can mix brunt honesty, sarcasm, and humor and always make you feel like a best friend. Though there are no proper words which can be said at these times, I hope that these words, and the words of the hundreds of Josh's friends offer, will provide some comfort in this time of ultimate sorrow.

Erik Hackett

January 6, 2010

Love is stronger than death even though it can't stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love. It can't take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death.

Brian Shelbourne

January 6, 2010

Josh was someone that always had a smile on his face and was someone that you just enjoyed being around. My prayers are with your friends and family buddy and even though Wabash won't be the same without you I know you're in a better place now.

Dale Snyder

January 6, 2010

I never had the chance to meet Josh but I know how proud his father was of him. To see the look in Mike's eyes every time we talked about Josh was enough to show what a fine young man he was. Deepest condolences to the LInthicum family and Josh's many friends.

January 6, 2010

Mike, Debbie and Chad,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I wish that I had known Josh better. I guess that God needed another angel. We love you all!
Charles and Melanie(Linthicum) Williams-Columbus Ohio

Jeff Blair

January 6, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jeff, Tammy and Tiffany Blair

Debby White-Spragg

January 6, 2010

Dear Jeff,

Though I didn't know your nephew, I wanted to offer my condolences. It is always so sad to see a child lose their life. I am so sorry for yours and your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nicholas Curosh

January 6, 2010

Linthicum Family:

I have known Josh for two years and can honestly say that we had nothing but good times together. At the end of last year when we decided to room together, I knew our sophomore year would be amazing. Each and every day was memorable whether we were giving each other a hard time or sitting down together watching our favorite tv shows. Almost every Tuesday night, Josh, Casey, Matt and I would make time to celebrate 202 Tuesdays. This time was dedicated for anything from talking about our classes to girls and always resulted in heavy laughter. Josh could always be counted on to put a smile on my face and liven up my day. We have made many great memories these past two years, and I will always cherish them.

Erica Baldwin

January 6, 2010

I met Josh when I was only a sophomore at Kenton Ridge. We had speech class together. He was the one who made everyone laugh. I hated going to that class but even being soo much younger than Josh, he told me just to keep on trying. He, always, had a some on his face and was making us all laugh. He will be greatly missed. Im so sorry about your loss.

Tony Neymeiyer

January 6, 2010

Linthicum Family -

I had the pleasure of both calling Josh my teammate as well as coaching him this past year. I cannot pin down any single memory of Josh, as all I can remember is that I always had fun when we were together. Whether we were at practice, in the cafeteria or rocking out to Journey in my truck, my time with Josh was always awesome. Josh was an amazing person who was destined to do great things. I will always remember the great times we had together!

Matt Murray

January 6, 2010

I met Josh the first week of football camp in 09. Although I was out of action with an injury, Josh made me feel welcome to the program and the Wabash family. I got to know Josh throughout the year and we began to develop a friendship. Josh's passion for his friends, family, and football career will not be forgotten.

Sam Glowinski

January 6, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,

I was in C&T this semester with Josh and I can tell you that I looked forward to class every day because of the spirit and energy that he brought to the class. He was an extremely bright young man who always new how to make people smile. I know he had a big heart and he always had a hello for me whenever I passed him on the mall. I will greatly miss him. Your family is in my prayers. God Bless and WAF

Beth Routzahn/Shirk

January 6, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Bob Merchant

January 6, 2010

My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Robert Campbell

January 6, 2010

Linthicum Family,

In addition to being brothers on the football field, Josh and I worked together in the Athletic Training Room. He was always cracking jokes, making people laugh, and generally was a great freind to all who entered. It is his lighthearted temperment, seasoned with a bit of sarcasm, as well as his talents on the field, which I will remember most. No words can adequately express what you are going through right now. For whatever comfort it may bring, I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Patrick Concannon

January 6, 2010

Dear Linthicum Family,

I knew Josh from the football team. I was a D lineman so Josh and I went against each other during practice many times. He was always tough but this story is not about us as linemen but rather kickers and not good ones at that. Josh and I opted to be kickers for our red squad games because we had none. Both of us were not very good as you could imagine linemen trying to kick. It was between bad and worse and the coaches had to wait till the start of the game to decide. I won by default but Josh never let me hear the end of it because I did not do very well. He loved to give me a hard time about it. Josh was a funny and likable man he will be missed by all at Wabash.

John Melind

January 6, 2010

It is unusual to be sad and thinking about Josh, because all of my experiences with him have been more filled with jokes and laughter. When i walked into my first class every morning, Josh would usually be sitting at the table against the wall with a big grin, greeting me with a friendly "whats up man" I sat at the same table as Josh in history this semester, and during the class many of the activities required that we talk amongst our groups. Josh was definitely one of those people that you were glad to go to Wabash with. He was serious about our work, but at the same time was able to laugh and joke with us and just be fun to be around. I know there isn't anything that can be said or written to make things all better, but i just wanted to share that Josh was a great example of a Wabash Man and he made life just a little bit happier and better for me with his genuine personality and upbeat attitude.

Jack Ruddy

January 6, 2010

Linthicum Family,

I Played Football with Josh a fellow lineman. it was always great when I got to play on the same side as him not just because he was such a great athlete but because he was the kind of person who who just drew you the kind of person everyone wants to be around. Josh was definitely one of a kind. if you were to witnessed his humor from the out side you might think he seemed like sort of a bully, but in reality it was his way keeping things from being boring and dull. I am honored to have been the butt of many of his jokes because it was clear that they were out love and were actually endearing.there was this one song he made up about me that I will always remember as one of the numerous times he made me laugh. It went something like this "Oh Ruddy rolling like a big shot pancakes stacked high like a IHop pit stop." His humor aside Josh was a kind and thoughtful friend who was easy to talk to and would give good advice and a listening ear. I will miss josh both on and off the field he was a great leader and a great friend. I am truly sorry for your loss you are in my prayers.

Mike Warren

January 6, 2010

During pre-season camp in 08 the team was conditioning after practice and Josh removed his lineman gloves while running and casually tossed them to me asking me to hold them for him. Of course, the gloves were soaked and smelled terrible from wearing them for several practices in the August heat. He laughed about that and asked me several times after that to hang onto them for him. Josh will be missed by all who knew him. The Linthicum family will be in our thougths and prayers. Coach Warren and family.

Adam Kowalski

January 6, 2010

To the Linthicum family you will always be in my prayers. I am a Freshman at Wabash College on the Football team as well. Josh was truly an inspiration to me. In our corner of the locker room I could always count on Josh to make me smile no matter how angry I was. He made fun of me every chance he got, but I loved it, that's who he was. I am proud to have been his friend. (P.S. Josh, It took the Germans a month to capture Poland not 5 minutes and I'm still not Jewish{this was his oncurring joke about me and always made me smile})

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