James J. Creaghe Jr.

James Creaghe Obituary

CREAGHE, JAMES J., JR., 84 - of Margate, died Monday, January 7, 2008 in Somers Point. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was lifelong resident of Margate. He proudly served in the Navy during WWII, in the Pacific Theatre. He retired as the Chief of Margate Police where he was an officer from 1946 until his retirement in 1988. He was a lifetime member of Margate-Longport PBA #65, lifetime member Atlantic County Chief's Association, lifetime and former President of S.J. Police Chief's Association, lifetime member of NJ State Chief of Police and lifetime member of IACP. Chief Creaghe was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and an usher at Blessed Sacrament Church. He was also a member of the Navy League. He is survived by his loving wife Mary Anne (nee Colden); son James J. Creaghe, III and wife Judy of Livingston; brother Joseph Creaghe and his wife Thelma of Las Vegas, NV and two granddaughters, Megan and Erin. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 11:00 am at Blessed Sacrament Church, Jerome and Ventnor Aves., Margate where friends may call from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mays Landing. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory may be made to McAuley Hall Health Care Center, 1633 US Hwy. 22, Watchung, NJ 07069. Arrangements by the George H. Wimberg Funeral Home.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City from Jan. 9 to Jan. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Creaghe

12 Entries

Stephen Schwartz, Ret, Captain of Police

January 11, 2008

The "Chief" was always that. I never called him Jim, only Mr. Creaghe when he hired me in 1969. During his tenure, he brought professionalism to our department. Always honest and caring, he guided the men to do their best for the citizen's of Margate. With a joke, or with tears when Sgt Himber died, he instilled integrity and honesty to all who worked for him. Mercy on his soul and may Saint Michael keep watch over him now.

Bill` Dean

January 10, 2008

Jim will be missed, without a doubt
the best Chief of Police Margate City will have ever had.

The Flemings

January 10, 2008

Jim Creaghe was a wonderful man. Our lives were greatly enriched by knowing him. He befriended us from the start and always watched over us. He will be greatly missed.

Librizzi

January 10, 2008

Chief Creaghe was a fine police officer..one of the most dedicated I ever knew. It was my honor to work in the field during his time. Margate has lost one of their very best.

Bernie & Tracey McBride

January 10, 2008

Jim was one of the finest Chiefs of Police I ever worked with. He was a man of great character and dedication. He will surely be missed. We extend our deepest sympathy.

Joseph & Thelma Creaghe

January 9, 2008

The big Brother I always knew that would be there for Us. I sure will miss the Big Guy, As always Jim you will still be ther looking over us.
Peace be with you, and always the Big Brother
Joe

Daniel Kashey

January 9, 2008

I am deeply saddened to hear of Jim Creaghe's passing. I worked for him for five years in the early 1970's. As my chief, he taught me many values ind instilled ideals I never would have found on my own. Jim Creaghe was a fair and honest man and treated his men that way. There were no women in the office other than Gladys and Sis. Jim ran the P.D. with no political agenda during a time when politics were very much alive in the city and in the hearts and minds of many of the city employees and commissioners.
Jim praised us when we were right, corrected us when we were wrong and guided us when we needed direction.

Bless Jim and his family!

jay gray

January 9, 2008

jim was margate....a great margate family....i was raised in the margte community in the 56's==60's...jim gave us direction jay gray

Chief Charles Bellino, Ret.

January 9, 2008

I had known Jim for many years as a police professional. His sense of humor and dedication to his citizenry is enviable. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Kerry Burns

January 9, 2008

Deepest sympathy and prayers for James J. Creaghe Jr. and family.

Burns Family
Margate

Barbara Schwartz-Fitzsimons

January 9, 2008

As a third-grader at Granville Ave. School in the mid 1940's, I had a "crush" on handsome Officer Creaghe, as did my friends. After a heavy rainstorm, as always, the street at the school flooded. I was quite thrilled, one rainy AM on my way to school when Officer Creaghe "swooped" me up and carried me across to a dry corner at the school. My friends and I giggled about this all day! I have always had this memory from my childhood. Thank you, Officer Creaghe, for this memory--Peace and love to you and your family.

Sally Reichman

January 9, 2008

Jim was a wonderful man. He was kind and giving. I am better person for knowing Jim. I will miss him with all my heart.

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