Son of James W. Madigan and Josephine Lemna. Domestic partner of Patricia Temske. Father of Melissa, Kristen and James Jr. Godfather of Alex Elliott. Lifelong resident and 30-year retiree from the City of Chicago Fire and Police Departments. Graduate of UICC. Retired member of Local #134 IBEW. Amateur radio operator WA9VVB for 50 years. CEO of Madigan Electronic Service, 30 years.
A wake is scheduled at Drake and Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, 60625, on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 4-8 PM.
A funeral mass will take place at St. Gregory the Great Church, 5545 N. Paulina St., Chicago, 60640, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Friends and family will gather for refreshments at Claddagh Ring Pub, 2306 West Foster Ave., Chicago, IL 60625 immediately following the Mass. A private burial will take place at All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Des Plaines, IL
Donations in memory of Jimmy may be made to the Fire Museum of Greater Chicago located at 5218 S. Western Ave., Chicago, 60602.