In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mr. Linney would be appreciated. They can be sent to: Xavier High School 30 - West 16th Street New York, New York 10011 __________________________________ Mr. Linney was a Veteran of the U.S.Navy, having served his country honorably during World War II. He was a graduate of Hobart College, in Geneva, new York. Prior to his retirement in 1985, he was a Vice President for Merck Pharmaceuticals, in Rahway. He was predeceased by his wife Henrietta, in 2004. He is survived by his children, John F. Linney of Freehold, Jean Ann Linney of South Bend, Indiana, Christine Cittadino of Freehold, Melissa Freedman of Colts Neck, and his 9 grandchildren.