James Robert Linnen

Birth date: Jun 25, 1940 Death date: Jan 27, 2026

Obituary for Jim Linnen, of Lewes, DE James “Jim” Robert Linnen, Col. Ret., passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, with his beloved wife, Gaby, by his side. Jim was born June 25, 1940, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to Robert a Read Obituary

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Nancy Hudson

just now

Our dear friend Jim has left us, but we remain here celebrating the amazing person that he was. For me, especially, I was so happy to hear his stories and listen to his beautiful classical music. Dan and I enjoyed the best gin and tonics, specially made by him, which made us fall in love with this drink. We always reference Jim when we have one. And, in his honor, we will now have two!

I was so happy to host him during his visit to Italy and include him in our wine adventures with Katherine. What I am most grateful for is that, thanks to Jim and Gaby, I have a friend and sister for life. I wish I could be with her now, but I will be soon.

Jim, thank you for the small moments we shared; they are treasures that I will carry with me proudly for the rest of my life.
Nancy

Greg Howe

4h ago

This comes to me as very sad news. I didn't have many mentors in my military career but Jim Lennon was one of them. I respected him very much for his intelligence, humor, and love of his country, his family, and those who worked and served with him. On one particular mission where I was serving as his operations officer, he defended my decisions against some very meddlesome senior officers, the only time I ever saw Jim angry enough to get into some serious conflict with his superiors. But, as usual, his calm demeanor came forth and he resolved the issue. He encouraged my controversial decision to write a book about our service in a unit that was one of the first in the military to perform operations security missions. I think he admired the vagabond group of captains and majors he inherited when he assumed command and we retuned that ten fold. As he taught me through example, I continued to perform duties as retired military should, serving our communities in many ways. He was a remarkable man and will be missed.

Trish Dickerson

2d ago

in honor of James.

Gaby and family,
Mr. Jim was the sweetest. I am glad I had the honor of caring for him. I looked very forward to seeing him every shift. Hugs and prayers to all of you during these difficult times.

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