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LINTON, JAMES BURTON Sept. 28, 1924 to Oct. 27, 2010 James Burton Linton passed away on October 27, 2010 in the comfort of his own home with his loving wife, son and daughter-in-law by his side. He was born in Plaster Rock, New Brunswick, Canada on September 28, 1924 and has resided in San Diego since 1957. Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Shirley (Harrison), who has been his soul mate for 54 years; his son, Dale (Carole) of Grassie, Ontario, Canada; two grandchildren, Troy (Michelle) of Smithville, Ontario and Tina of Vancouver, British Columbia and one great-granddaughter, Ivy. He is also survived by his siblings, Glenna Harding of Trenton, Ontario; Ronald Linton of Linton Corner and Joyce McCurdy of Dalhousie, Canada plus several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, one sister, one sister-in-law and three brother-in-laws. Jim was a truck driver for California Motor Express for twenty-three years where he was referred to as "Iron Man" by his co-workers. He loved plants and flowers and spent many hours working with Shirley in their beautiful gardens. His love touched many of his friends and family and he will be remembered forever in our hearts. A memorial service is planned for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 4th, at Greenwood Memorial Park with inurnment immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to San Diego Hospice (www.sdhospice.org).

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Nov. 1, 2010.

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November 7, 2010

Shirley, Dale and Carole and family..
You are all in my thoughts these days. I am quite sure Uncle Jim is looking over you all now as he is not suffering anymore...Sending you good thoughts and vibes.take care xoxo Pam, Jp and girls...

November 4, 2010

Shirley, Dale and Carole
You're in my thoughts at this difficult time. With much love and caring for you all, Jeanne Watson.

November 2, 2010

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing, Shirley. I appreciated knowing the both of you through your friendship with my Aunt Jennie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending you a hug & love, Elaine Buccellato

November 2, 2010

Dear sister shirley,dale and carol linton and family. Sorry of jims passing but he is at peace now. Our thoughs and prayers are with you. All our love mavis and jim.

Troy & Michelle Linton

November 2, 2010

Words can't express the loss we feel. To have such a bright light go out dims the world a little for us all but the light that has been passed on to each of us that he loved will continue to shine bright in all of us.

Troy & Michelle

Ivy Linton

November 2, 2010

Great Nana
Sure am sad Great Grampie passed away. I love you Great Nana. Its good that Great Grampie is in heaven now with the angels and not sick anymore and he will be an angel now too.

Lotsa love Ivy

Janice Redmond

November 1, 2010

Aunt Shirl and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts. We are so fortunate to have been so close to Uncle Jim. I am happy that we were able to spend the time that we did with you both and I know that he is in a better place now with no more pain. Know that we are thinking of you and love you lots!
Jan and Adam

Debbie George

November 1, 2010

Shirley and Family,
The neighborhood has lost a great person. We, your friends, will miss him and will always be here for you. Our deepest sympathy to you and the family and our gratitude that we had him as our friend and neighbor. He could always be counted on for a smile.
fondly,
Debbie & Rachel George & the neighbors

November 1, 2010

Shirley, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Even though I didn't know you and Jim, I felt as if you were related to me through Kaye (McCourt) Douglass, my sister-in-law. I know Jim is now Healed from all illnesses and pain that he suffered. He now Rest High with our Heavenly Father, and has become your Special Angel from above. Waynetta Douglass

Denise Lee

November 1, 2010

Shirley,
Deepest sympathies to you and your family. It has been an honor and privledge to get to know you and Jim. He touched the lives of all he met and will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. With Love, Denise

November 1, 2010

Thinking of you with all the love and friendship and sharing in your sorrow with the passing of Uncle Jim. May these thoughts of care and concern help bring some comfort to you. You are always in our thoughts. Tim, Linda, Eric and Karen Daly.

Trena MacDonald

November 1, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Shirley, and Dale, Carole and family during this difficult time. There are no two more dedicated people on earth to one another than Shirley was to Jim or Jim to Shirley; your love for each other transcends time. May your heart be filled with all of your wonderful memories!
Darren, Trena, Jordyn, Brendan MacDonald

November 1, 2010

Dear Shirley and Family.
All my Love,Prayers and Thoughts go out to you at this time..I wish I could of visited with you when we where in the area..but it wasn't meant to be..Take care..
love Kaye (McCourt)Douglass-Indiana
Deepest Sympathy from all the McCourt and Beste nieces and nephews of U.Morley and Aunt Alda's...

October 31, 2010

What a wonderful man your sweet Jim was. I'm so sorry for your loss, but I am happy that he finally feels better, not that he would ever complain. I'm so happy that I got to know him, even if it wasn't his happiest moments. He always had a smile on and he was such a beautiful person. I will never forget him. With Love, Mandi Garcia

October 31, 2010

We are truly sorry about Jim's passing. I know that he was suffering greatly the last while so he is at peace now. it is good that Carole and Dale are there with you and could be with Jim til the end. May your love and memories sustain you in the time ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sincerely
Peter and Kathy

October 31, 2010

We are truly sorry about the passing of Jim. Our sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. May your memories sustain you all. He is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Peter and Kathy and families

October 30, 2010

My deepest condolences to Shirley,Dale, Carole and all their children and to Glenna and her family. Losing a loved one is always traumatic no matter the circumstances. I know you will miss Jim tremendously but do hope that you will remember the good times as it will help to soften the grief.
God Bless you all,
Shirley McAskill, Cypress, Texas

October 29, 2010

Sending our love and prayers across the miles at this very difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you and hoping you find comfort in your treasured memories.
Sheryl & Ivan McAskill and Janis & Mike Rossignol

Amos & Erva Barclay & family

October 27, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories.

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