John Linton Obituary

Mrs. Linton, Bob and family-
We were deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Linton's passing We went through a similar experience with Mark's Dad last summer so we can empathize with your pain and loss. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you and all his friends and family share. Our thoughts are with you-
Mark and Heather Yeager

Cynthia,

John Linton was very, very special. We were business friends at Towers Perrin. He was a business man through his executive compensation expertise.
We had many successful client ventures together ... John always being a great "teammate."
And, yes, many deep discussions on sports and our many Chicago sports teams.
My deepest sympathies to you. He has left me with positive memories and a positive impact on my life.

Bob and Mrs. Linton, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. He was a bright, funny and modest man with his heart in the right place. Now his place is in your hearts, which I found once Claire passed (I know she'd send her condolences to JR's "second parents" too if she could).

Peace,
Mark

Dear Cynthia, I'm so sorry about the loss of your husband. May your memories of him sustain you and your son during this difficult time.

Dear Cynthia. Just learned of this loss from Abigail's email. John was always such an "up" guy. His wry sense of humor echoes across the years. He always had a great way to cut to the chase. Suzanne is out right now, but I am sure that she will be in touch. Peace, strength and fond memories. The world is a less friendly place today.

While growing up in Cleveland, Cousin John and his parents, Uncle John and Aunt Marie, travelled from Pittsburgh to see us. It was a time of celebration. Johnnie was like a big brother during those visits and his kind spirit always brought me joy. I will miss my cousin, and my prayers are with him and his family.

I will always remember John from our days at the Cypress Inn in Northbrook.May God bless and keep John. He was a special person.

So many memories of good times with John…from sub-zero football at Lambeau Field to our season seats watching MJ from day one through 6 championships. We laughed about our failed fishing expeditions in Door County with Captain Thorpe. But it was more than just sports. Sitting on wooden benches at the first ever performance of “Grease” at Kingston mines, Saturday morning meetings at Operation Breadbasket, supplying milk to burnt-out neighborhoods after MLK’s death, many good memories. A good man.

John was a lifetime friend. Friends like him are hard to come by and so sad to let go of. You can't make new friends who will grow to be your old friends now...there isn't enough time!

Bill Higgins Oak Park, IL

John was one of a kind and I'll remember, with a smile, the stories he shared and good times many of us had with him during our days at TP.

Nice man, Cynthia. Best wishes and regrets

We are just heartbroken to learn of John's passing. He was an amazing, bright, caring person with so many interesting things to say. We will miss him.

~Barb and Kevin Sheridan

John will be missed dearly. He was family. Our heartfelt condolences to Cynthia, Bob, Bryan, Evan and Sabrina. His memory will be with us always.

I will always remember John arriving in the 4th grade.
The Highland Road kids remained friends for years and I treasure those memories.

My cousin John was like a big brother to me. I cherish the memories when the Lintons arrived in Cleveland for Christmas and my many visits to Pittsburgh. One very special memory was our trip to Florida in 1949 with our Grandma and Grandpa Tibbals. John rode up front with Grandpa & was his navigator. Johnny always had a phenomenal memory for directions, sports statistics and history. I will miss you, Johnny. So sad to check my email and find no messages from JML990. Cousin Barbara

My deepest condolences to your family and loved ones. I'll always remember your famous photos of the Beatles, the Stones, and others. I remember the pride you exhibited when showing them off!