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James Myrick Obituary
James "Jimmy" A. Myrick, Jr. of Chester, MD passed away on February 12, 2016 at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. He was 33. Born on September 18, 1982 in Salisbury, MD. Jimmy graduated from Parkdale High School in Riverdale, MD in 2001. Jimmy participated with the Maryland Special Olympics since the age of 8 competing for teams in Prince George's County, Montgomery County and the Upper Shore. He was a champion swimmer and basketball player. He also participated in the Polar Bear Plunge for 20 years and was also a founding member of the Super Plungers. Jimmy received the first ever Governor's Special Olympics Maryland Medal of Courage Award from Governor Larry Hogan in January. He was passionate about the Maryland Twisters Eye of the Storm Cheerleading Team. He is survived by his loving and dedicated parents, Sharon (McCaffrey) Myrick and James Allen Myrick, Sr., his sister Jamie Lynn Myrick, nephew Matthew Ryan Myers, Jr., his grandmother Mary "Betty" McCaffrey and the many aunts, uncles, and cousins who cherished him. But most importantly he leaves a legacy of love, joy, and courage for the thousands of friends who were privileged to know him. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, February 19, 2016 from 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, Chester, MD 21619. A mass of Christian burial will be offered at 1:00 p.m. Interment St. Peter's Cemetery, Queenstown, MD. In observance of the Lenten season, flowers will not be allowed in the sanctuary. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that expressions of love and sympathy be made with a memorial contribution to Cheer 4 All, 8359 Sycamore Road, Millersville, MD 21108. For online tributes, please visit www.fhnfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Myrick
Jason Scully
March 2, 2016
Our family was saddened to learn of James' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Yvonne Pitt
February 22, 2016
So sorry to hear of Jimmy passing, just heard today. Jimmy was a wonderful person. He was my student at Parkdale High School. Praying for the family.
Kathy Lewis
February 20, 2016
My family was sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. May the loving memories of Jimmy bring comfort during this difficult time. Love, Monet (Eye of the storm team member) and parents.
February 20, 2016
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories as you celebrate a life and joyful times you had together. May the loving God give you the strength you need to endure. Psalms 27:11
Ray Schlegel
February 19, 2016
Sorry to here about Jimmy's passing. I remember him as young boy. May he Rest In Peace. Jim and Sharon you have my families condolences.
TONY GORCZYCA
February 19, 2016
TO THE MYRICK FAMILY
I AM SORRY THAT JIMMY IS GONE BUT HE WILL
ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Dave Floyd
February 17, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. It was such a pleasure coaching Jimmy at FAST! I really enjoyed working with him when he was at practice. His smile was contagious and always put me in a better mood as soon as he showed up. He will be greatly missed! God bless.
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