James W. "Jim" Maddin

James W. "Jim" Maddin obituary

James W. "Jim" Maddin

James Maddin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gibbons Funeral Home - Elmhurst on Oct. 23, 2025.
James W. Maddin "Jim", age 94 1/2, long time resident of Hinsdale, formerly of Chicago. A veteran of the U.S. Army and Marine Corp., years in the ink and printing business, an avid sportsman who also played 16-inch softball for 40 years. Member of Charter Fitness and
former ER volunteer at Hinsdale Hospital for 23 years. Always a gracious host of countless daily "cocktail hours" where everyone was welcome. He will be remembered for his love, thoughtfulness and humor. Beloved father of Jim "J.P." and Carole (fiance the late Phil Hanahan) Maddin, dear grandfather of Christropher (Libby) Maddin, Heather Young, Diana Finch and Kirsten Wilhelm. Cherished great grandfather of Dylan and Nik Maddin. Private Interment.

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