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Joseph Flanagan Obituary

Flanagan, Joseph F. Entered into the fullness of Eternal Life on March 18, 2008, at the age of 86. Longtime resident of Whitefish Bay. Beloved husband of the late Margaret "Margi" (nee Gleason). Loving father of Thomas (Marcia) of Mequon, Denny of Whitefish Bay, Terry (Lynn) of Glendale and John (Debbie) Flanagan of Shorewood. Devoted grandfather of Casey (Sarah), Patrick, Michael, Caitlin, Maureen, Aidan and Cessa and great-grandfather of Josephine. Further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and very dear friends. Joe retired in 1985 after 32 years with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as Senior Vice President - Marketing. Joe was a past president of International Newspaper and Marketing Executives, as well as the Milwaukee Advertising Club, and was a recipient of that Club's Silver Medal award. Joe was also honored in 1983 as the Christian Communicator of the year by the St. Bernadine Guild. While at the Journal, Joe was instrumental in creating community activities such as "Al's Run" and Rainbow Summer that have been enjoyed by Milwaukee residents over the years. Joe was involved with many civic organizations including: President and member of the Board of Directors of St. Anthony's Hospital; Board of the Salvation Army; Chairman of the Board, Cardinal Stritch University, and the Board of Kettle Moraine Hospital. Joe was a WWII veteran, served as a battlefield medic and was awarded the Bronze Star. Special thanks from the family goes to the staff at St. John's on the Lake and VITAS Hospice Services, who provided Joe with extraordinary TLC. Visitation will be held at the Feerick Funeral Home on Monday, March 24 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 25 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Whitefish Bay. Entombment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery. In loving memory of Joseph, memorials in his name may be made to Cardinal Stritch University, Holy Family Parish Development Fund or the School Sisters of St. Francis. FEERICK FUNERAL HOME 2025 East Capitol Drive Shorewood (414) 962-8383 Condolences may be sent to: www.feerickfuneralhome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Mar. 19 to Mar. 24, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Flanagan

14 Entries

Jeff Eagan

April 11, 2008

Dear Flanagans -
Another oak has fallen. Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your father. Just thinking of him brings a smile to my face - his dry Irish wit, his broad tolerance for life's foibles, how he and Margie were such a strong couple together, how much he cared for his kids and grandkids. For me, he will always be associated with Boy Scouts, fish fries at Holy Family, and breakfasts at Heinemans. Joe was quite a guy. He will be missed.

Marshall and Linda Schmitt

March 31, 2008

John,

You have our condolences for the loss of your father. It sounds as if he was a special man who led an extraordinary life. We hope that his commitment to his community and what I understand was an even deeper commitment to his family will give you comfort in this difficult time. Take care. You are in our prayers.

jennifer schwartz

March 26, 2008

John and Debbie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of need...Jenny, Meghan & Jared Schwartz

Leslie Black

March 24, 2008

Dear Terry, Lynn and Family,

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all, and we were so sorry to hear about your loss.

Terry, If you are anything like your Dad, then he must have been a very nice person.

Sincerely
Dineo, Leslie, Chloe & Dineo Black.

Harvey & Kay Schaefer

March 23, 2008

Dear Flanagan Family...On this Easter Sunday we wish to express our sincere sympathy. Although words cannot ease your lose we hope you find comfort in knowing that we and so many others loved him dearly...I worked with Joe at the "J" for many years and have lots of special memories...He was a great guy who will be deeply missed...Because we are not in Wisconsin at this time, we will not be able to attend the funeral, but our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time...God Bless

Rev. Eugene Pocernich

March 21, 2008

Dear Flanagan family, On this Good Friday, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you commend our dear Joe Flanagan to the Lord. He, and your mom, Margi, were dear friends, in our church involvements, human rights and even travel to the former Yugoslavia and Rome in 1987 on a Marian Pilgrimage. They are now together again, in the Communion of the Saints, leaving us with many wonderful memories and a ton of inspiration. I'm leaving town Easter afternoon, for two days, and regreatably will be unable to attend the funeral. I will be with you in spirit and prayer. In the peace of the Risen Lord! Fr. Gene Pocernich

K. Richard Wells

March 20, 2008

To The Flanagan Family:
My mom (Joan Wells) and I only got to know Joe after she moved to St. John's. He was obviously a wonderful man, full of life and the quintessential gentleman who I always looked for on one of my visits. The entire community was blessed by his life. We send our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
K. Richard Wells and Joan Wells

Carol Schwartz

March 19, 2008

Dear John & Debbie,
I suffer with you in your loss. Both Ken and I wish to express our deepest condolences to you and the entire Flanagan family. Be comforted knowing that he has joined your mom in heaven.
Carol & Ken

Pat Roche

March 19, 2008

Our prayers are with the entire Flanagan family during this tough time.
Your father was a wonderful man and a great father figure to all of us growing up.

Jim Speckbrock

March 19, 2008

Joe was a fine gentleman to know and work with in the Journal family. He was a dedicated leader focused on company success, always with concern for employee fairness.
Joe's Irish humor brought hearty laughter and made work days fun.
My sympathies go out to the Flanagan family, of whom he was profoundly proud.

Kari Hirt & Family

March 19, 2008

John and Debbie- I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Martin O'Grady

March 19, 2008

It was both an honor and privilege to work with Joe over the past eight years. My condolences to the family.

John & Karen Jacobs

March 19, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the family. To me Joe Flanagan will always be remembered as the good father figure leader and shepherd during his time in Journal Advertising and as Marketing Director

Jim & Marlene Anderson

March 19, 2008

Our condolences to the family. Jim knew and worked with Joe through Ad Club and other advertising ventures in the 60's and 70's. May your many memories comfort and sustain you in the coming days and months ahead. God Bless your family!

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