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Jim Flanigan Obituary
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 some two decades, died Aug. 19 after a brief illness. He was 85.
James Joseph Flanigan was born in the Bronx, New York, on June 6, 1936. He graduated from New York's Cardinal Hayes High School and in 1961 from Manhattan College, which he completed after a two-year stint in the Army. In 1963 he secured his job as a business reporter at the Herald Tribune, where he had worked during college as a night copy boy and after graduating as an editorial assistant and a New York-based reporter for the Tribune's Paris edition. While in working in Paris he married his first wife, Anne Fitzmaurice. She died in 1992.
Flanigan's work brought him numerous awards, capped in 2014 by the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Gerald R. Loeb Awards, which are considered the highest accolades in American business journalism.
Flanigan is survived by his daughter, Siobhan, of Portland, Ore., son Michael, of Chino, Calif., and his wife, the former Patricia Quatrine, whom he married in 1997. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and three stepdaughters, Gina Quatrine of Redondo Beach; Pamela Haase of Plymouth, Mich.; and Christine Conway of Malibu.
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1940 South Prospect Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
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Memories and Condolences
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9 Entries
Brendan McLoughlin
October 2, 2022
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.
James & Peggy Flanagan
June 29, 2022
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.
John and Joan Casey
November 3, 2021
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.
Maria and family.
September 5, 2021
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 copious cups of tea, sing, dance, eat, drink and be merry. We miss him dearly as we do his first wife , our beautiful Auntie Anne. May he rest in peace, .
Jackie and Kay Walsh.
September 2, 2021
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.
John Lynch & family.
August 29, 2021
Farewell Jim.
Elaine Doorly (Lee)
August 28, 2021
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
Sally Lee
August 28, 2021
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
Siobhan Flanigan
August 25, 2021
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
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