Jim-Flanigan-Obituary

Jim Flanigan

Los Angeles, California

1936 - 2021

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June 6, 1936 - August 19, 2021 This is an excerpt of the obituary that ran in the LA Times on Aug. 22, 2021 as a feature story. It was crafted by Michael Hiltzik, colleague and friend of Jim Flanigan.James Flanigan, whose twice-weekly column was a mainstay of business coverage at The Times for...

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I grew up in the Bronx with Jim, who was known at the time as Zeke. I was a few years younger, but always admired Zeke for his keen sense of humor, and his determination to continue his education at Manhattan college.

We were saddened to hear the news of cousin Jim's passing Many is the vacation he had here with us in Lahinch Co Clare Ireland Heartfelt sympathy to Michael Siobhan & family, Patricia & family, grandchildren & stepdaughters, all extended Flanagan, Fitzmaurice, & Quatrine families on the sad and untimely passing of Jim. (Séamus) Ar dhéis Dé go raibh An -Anam dílis.

I remember Jim back to our Highbridge days. I have tried emailing and calling and then checked the obits. We would very much like to get in touch with Patricia and/or other members of the family. Please contact John and Joan Casey at 757-249-3846 or at the email address listed below. Jim was best man at our wedding. He is still our best man.

Our deepest sympathies go to Michael, Siobhan , Patricia and all the extended Flanigan family on the passing of Jim. At the young age of 18 he brought me to see Washington DC . We subsequently met in New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles where he showed both myself, my husband and children the delights of the US. He was so generous, kind and witty. Always had a story to tell and loved good company. We enjoyed all the family gatherings in Ireland where we would gather the clan, make...

To your wonderful wife Patricia and your adorable children Siobhan and Michael, our deepest sympathy. You were a wonderful brother in law , we loved and adored you. We always looked forward to your vacations in Ireland. Until we meet again, love to you all, Jackie and Kay.

Farewell Jim.

Siobhan, Michael, Patricia and family. I am so very sad to hear about uncle Jim's passing. We all loved him so much. Such an intelligent, learned, charismatic, kind, witty and gentle man. 'Ni bheidh a leithead anseo aris' as they say in Ireland - 'we won't see the like of him again'. A very special person. He will be greatly missed xx

Heartfelt sympathy to Patricia, Michael and Siobhan on the sad passing of Jim. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Jim. Love Sal xx

If you would like to read the full obituary, you can find it here. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-08-22/james-flanigan-business-columnist-obituary