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James Linchey Obituary
James was predeceased by his sisters, Marion, Mary, Margaret, Margie, Eva, Patricia; brothers, Timothy, William, Raymond.
James worked for the City of Portsmouth for 30 years and retired as a Highway foreman in 1998.
James was very active in his community, he followed his children throughout their school years by volunteering at sporting events along with Portsmouth band competitions, this continued through with his grandchildren. He was a member of the Portsmouth Loyal Order of the Moose for 41 years, receiving several honors, which included the Fellowship Degree, which is presented by Moose International. He was honored by Portsmouth Lodge #444 as Moose of the Year in 2007; he also held several official officer positions within the Lodge. James was also a member of the Portsmouth Elks B.P.O.E. #97 for twenty years. He was awarded Elk of the Year in 1998.
The family is deeply grateful for the care he received from York Hospice in his time of need.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held at J. Verne Wood Funeral Home-Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad Street, Portsmouth, NH on Thursday July 2, 2015 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm with Elk services by B.P.OE. #97 at 6:30 and Moose services by Portsmouth Lodge #444 at 6:45PM. A service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, July 3, 2015 at 11:00am, a reception will immediately follow the service at the Portsmouth Elks Lodge 500 Jones Avenue, Portsmouth, NH. A private burial will be held at a later date chosen by the family. In Lieu of flowers the family request donations in memory of James Linchey be made to Krempels New Life Brain Injury Center at 100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth NH 03801 www.krempelscenter.org. Visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest book.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Linchey
Frances gobbi
July 6, 2015
Dear Pat and Family
Was very sorry to hear of Jim passing i know he was loved by everyone and will be missed very much. Have a lot of good memories of both of you when we grew up in the south end. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Frances Gobbi
Lisa Hanson
July 2, 2015
Dear Pat and family, my deepest sympathies in your loss of Jim. He was a well-loved man; by family and the Krempels Center community. He epitomized joy and playfulness with his hats, his humor and his spirited smile. It was an honor to be a part of his life; to get to know you, Pat, and many others of your family. My life is better for having Jim and you in it.
Pat Lyons
July 2, 2015
May your faith, your love of Jim, and the closeness of your family bring comfort to each of you during these difficult days. And may each of your many friends be standing ready to help you through these difficult days. You are in my prayers.
Donna (Nike) Gorski
July 1, 2015
Pat and family - so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your memories help you through this difficult time.
tracy rolfe
July 1, 2015
To the linchey family, I am sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers and thoughts! God bless
Avis Kneeland Jones
July 1, 2015
Pat & family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You have a wonderful family. May your love and support of one another help to heal your painful loss.
Barbara & Richard Buckman
July 1, 2015
Pat and family~ So sorry for your loss. Jim was great guy and will greatly be missed. Worked with Jim many years at the city yard great foreman always had a great sense of humor. Richard & Barbara Buckman known to Jim as Bucky and Juilo
Rosie Buswell
July 1, 2015
Pat and family. The Lord will welcome Jim home. At peace now. My prayers for your family and friends. May you all have peace. I remember him at all the games for the grand kids. I also remember him when he coached the boys in Little League.
RIP Coach Jim.
carol and bill spencer
July 1, 2015
Pat and family- we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Remember the good times with football and band. Jim was a great asset to the City of Portsmouth
July 1, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. We will miss Jim very much!
Sue Chase
Krempels Center
July 1, 2015
RIP Jim...my thoughts and prayers are with you Pat and your family...I will miss him.
Angela MacKenzie Bugin
July 1, 2015
My Heartfelt condolences and Deepest sympathies to Pat n her family God has received another Angel ❤❤
Terry & Ron Pirini
July 1, 2015
Pat and family - we are so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a wonderful man and did so much for everyone. You have many years of wonderful, happy memories to keep him close to your heart. He will never be forgotten. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs and Love!
Clifton & Alice Wentworth
July 1, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lindi Martin
July 1, 2015
Linchey Family - we are so sorry for your loss (OUR LOSS). PA will be missed by all. Much love to you!
June 30, 2015
Pat we are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man and he did a lot for my Dad. Take care
Bettyand Mike Ripberger
Vikki Hefler
June 30, 2015
We are saddened by the tremendous loss in your family and for the community.
Please remember the happy times. Always talk about him, cry, laugh and most of all never forget how much he loved each and everyone of you.
We have fond and special memories of Jim, his love of family, fellow man, and his country make him a very wonderful man.
Vikki, Bill Hefler and Goldie Small.
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