James F. Flanigan Jr.
James Francis Flanigan, Jr., 78, of Piedmont, SC, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026. He was born on July 20, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA to the late James Francis Flanigan, Sr. and Anne (Courtney) Flanigan. Jim was a graduate of West Catholic High School for Boys. He spent 4 years aboard submarines in the US Navy. He was an electrician by trade, and retired from Broward County Water and Wastewater Services in 2009.
He was married to his loving wife, Sheila (Gillespie) for 45 years. Together they had two beautiful children, Mary and Paul. He was a proud Poppy to Dempsey, who brought him great joy.
He is survived by his loving siblings Sister Patricia Flanigan I.H.M., Betty (Jerry) Collins, and Tom (Leenie) Flanigan, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings Joe (Elaine) Flanigan and Eileen (Tom) Blackmore.
He was known for his dry sense of humor and quick wit, and he greatly enjoyed watching and reading about history. He was an avid Notre Dame and Philadelphia Eagles football fan, and taught Dempsey how to raise his arms to signal “Touchdown” on command. He will be remembered with love and respect by his family and all who knew him.
Shelia, Mary and Paul We are so very sorry for your loss. With our most felt condolences. Teresa, Alvan & family. 🙏🏼 🤍🕊🕊 Hugs to you all.
Sheila, Mary, and Paul, I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. I remember when we first moved to Margate and right next door to you and we were getting ready for our first hurricane. Jim graciously helped prepare our home and you guys opened your home to us so we could all ride it out in your house. I remember being terrified by all the unknown sounds. And Jim was reassuring as he explained all of the different sounds and how the calm was the eye of the hurricane and to not worry becausw hurricane Andrew would be over soon. Please know that I’m keeping you close to my heart and lifted in prayers!