Name: Visitation for JAMES F. "JEFF" FLAGG
Start: 2025-01-29T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-01-30T00:00:00.000Z
Location: William J. Gormley Funeral Home

FLAGG, James "Jeff" F. Of West Roxbury, passed away on January 21, 2025. Beloved husband of Margaret E. (Fermoyle) Flagg. Devoted son of the late James F. Flagg, Sr. and Frances (Motherway). Dear cousin of Sheila Hamilton of NH; and her family, the late Irene Donnelly Clasby and the late Francis Donnelly. Jeff was much appreciated and loved by his cousins the O'Sullivan Clan, Rileys, Kenneys, Daleys and Conlins. Jeff loved the great community of West Roxbury, where he really felt at home with so many wonderful friends. He will be missed by them, as well as by our friends in our West Yarmouth beach association and dear friends in Yarmouth and Cotuit. Jeff was a member of the Charitable Irish Society and the Eire Society of Boston, as well as the Boston-Strasbourg Sister City Association. During Jeff's 55 years at Boston College, he served as the Director of the Foreign Studies Program and as both Assistant Chair and Director of Undergraduate Studies of the Romance Language Department. He and his beloved Margaret worked together creating innovative undergraduate French courses for their students. Jeff co-founded the BC French Immersion Program and instituted a multi-level platform for secondary and collegiate French teachers to support one another. He was a beloved member of the Boston College Community. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre Street, WEST ROXBURY, MA, on Thursday, January 30, at 9:00am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa of Avila Church, 2078 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA, at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Visiting Hours on Wednesday, January 29, from 3pm to 7pm, in the funeral home. Msgr. Liam Bergin of BC's Theology Department will conduct a Prayer Service during the visiting hours on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jeff may be made to The William B. Neenan Society - Boston College at www.bc.edu/give or Rosie's Place at www.rosiesplace.org For guestbook, please visit www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 25 to Jan. 27, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES FLAGG

13 Entries

Diana Kenney

January 29, 2025

We were so blessed to count "Uncle Jeff" among our family members. His kindness, willing ear, intelligence, and good humor will be much missed. All our love to Margie. We hold you both in our hearts. - Diana, Jeff, Joseph and Joan

Diana Kenney, Jeff and Joseph

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Melissa Conlon

January 29, 2025

Professor Flagg inspired me to do a semester abroad in France while at Boston College. I have maintained my connection to my "French parents" since 1992 and benefited greatly from the experience. After graduating from BC I became a French and Spanish teacher, an assistant principal and now a director in a public school. No matter my role or title, I remain an advocate for the teaching of world languages and cultures in our schools. Even now, with nearly thirty years in the field of education, I can still remember attending meetings with Professor Flagg that made me certain that study abroad would be an invaluable part of my college education - and it most certainly was! Thank you, Professor Flagg, for your support, encouragement and dedication to the students of Boston College. May you rest in peace.

Marie Hallahan

January 28, 2025

Jeff and Margaret shared their love of Jesus with me and my friends for which I am so grateful and blessed...God bless you on the next leg of this journey

John and Laura Brainard

January 27, 2025

Jeff was an extraordinary man who deeply impacted my life and the lives of my family. He first guided me as my professor, and years later, I was blessed to call him a colleague. His wisdom and encouragement also shaped my twins during their time at college, and thanks to his heartfelt recommendation, my son was able to pursue law school-a kindness our family will always hold dear.

Jeff´s unwavering faith and generosity were truly inspiring. He had a way of enriching every life he touched, and his legacy will live on in the countless hearts he impacted.

Margaret and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Brenda Breen

January 27, 2025

Jeff was the epitome of a `Gentleman and a Scholar´. I will miss seeing and chatting with him at Mass with Margie. My condolences to Margie and extended family. May he rest in peace with the Lord Jesus.
* Brenda Breen *

Allan Mills

January 27, 2025

Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss." "Words cannot express how saddened we are to learn of your loss. Please take your time. We are all here for you." "My heartfelt sympathy to you and yours at this sad time." "Please accept my sincere condolences." "My heart breaks for you.

Christian Dupont

January 26, 2025

Dear Margaret, I remain deeply grieved by Jeff's passing, imagining the loss you must feel, but more deeply grateful still for the example of devoted love that always has and always will shine through you. I am very sorry that I am not be able to be among those gathering around you this week, but will be keeping you close in heart and prayer.

Francoise Theise

January 26, 2025

Dear Margret, I remember well our days as young French teachers in the Brooklyn school system and faculty parties which included my husband Jay and as you ebulliently referred to Jeff as `Young Flagg.´ May his memory be a blessing.
Francoise and Jay Theise

Sonia Leon

January 26, 2025

I am forever grateful to Prof Flagg for the privilege of being his student .

Patty Cummins

January 25, 2025

Jeff Flagg was the most genuine person I have ever had the pleasure to know. His kindness, compassion, encouragement and empathy will truly be missed. I thank God for the gift of Jeff and pray for you, Margaret, his forever love. You two are a match made in Heaven. God bless.
Love,
Patty and Brian