James Ferdinand Linhard, Jr.

James Ferdinand Linhard, Jr., 68, of Crisfield, Maryland, passed away

from cancer on July 3, 2025.

Born in Baltimore, Jim (known as Jimmy by his family) was the son of James

Ferdinand and Helen Hertzog Linhard. He graduated from Loch Raven Senior

High School and attended community college. A lifelong automobile

enthusiast, Jim worked for several years as a manager at Hi-Gear Auto Parts.

Later in his career, he worked in visual merchandising, beginning as a service

representative and eventually becoming a territory manager for home

improvement stores.

Jim’s greatest passion was the drums. He began drumming as a child and

continued to play with joy and dedication all his life. His knowledge of

percussion—from drum construction to legendary drummers—was vast, and

he could talk for hours about his beloved drum kits.

Equally close to his heart were his dogs. Jim had a lifelong love for the family

dogs he grew up with and later cared for two yellow Labrador Retrievers of

his own—Lacey and, more recently, Victoria. Loyal and affectionate

companions, they brought him immense joy and comfort.

Jim spent most of his life in Towson. In 2018, he relocated to Crisfield,

Maryland where he found a welcoming community and the peaceful

surroundings he desired. He enjoyed riding his bike around town and

spending time near the water. After becoming ill in 2024, he returned to

Baltimore for care. During his illness, he remained hopeful, gracious, and

deeply appreciative of the love and support he received from his sisters,

friends, and caregivers.

A lifelong Catholic, Jim attended Mass regularly with his mother and

volunteered for several years at Our Daily Bread in Baltimore, living his faith

through service.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Maura Conner; and his

brothers, John Linhard and Michael Linhard. He is survived by his sisters,

Helen Linhard Aberle (Tom) and Rachel Linhard, along with several nieces

and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be held

on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10 a.m.

at the

Church of the Immaculate Conception, 200 Ware Avenue, Towson, MD 21204.

Immediately following the mass the inurnment will be held at

St. John the Evangelist located at 13305 Long Green Pike, Hydes MD, 21082.

Donations in Jim’s memory may be made to Gilchrist Hospice at

https://gilchristcares.org/donate/

.

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