James William Maddox

James William Maddox passed away on October 29, 2021 in Arnold, MD from complications of esophageal cancer. His last days were surrounded by family including his loving sisters, his two sons, daughter-in-law and three grandchildren, and he received wonderful care from Claire Nolan and her staff at Jones Acres Assisted Living. The family is especially grateful to his Primary Care doctor Holly Eyler-Yeatman and her staff for their skill and devotion since his relocation to Severna Park, MD from Chicago in 2015. And to his oncologist Dr Carol Tweed who worked so hard and so compassionately to prolong the quality of his life since his diagnosis in 2018. Drs Yeatman and Tweed gave us precious time for which we’ll always be grateful. Born in Cleburne County, AL on June 29, 1934 and raised in La Grange, Georgia, Jim was the oldest of five children who persevered together under challenging conditions with the love of their mother Grace. Jim worked his way up in the textile business to become a manufacturer’s representative for several mills in central Georgia, moving to New Jersey and then Chicago, where he met his future wife Virginia Born. After a brief stint in the Army stationed at Letterman Hospital in the Presidio of San Francisco, they settled in Bartlett, IL to raise their sons, Rob and Rick. Jim spent the next 50+ years in the Chicagoland area, where he made lifelong friends. Some of his happiest days were spent on the golf course at Medinah, enjoying a cigar and working on his golf game. When he turned 80, he moved to Maryland to be closer to his youngest son Rick and his family where his presence touched us in new and wonderful ways. Jim was a kind and gentle soul. A consummate gentleman with a firm handshake with which he often counseled his grandchildren, “gotta let them know you’re there.” He was a steady presence in the lives of his grandchildren, picking them up from school, shuttling them to activities, or visiting for Sunday dinner. We will be forever more in our hearts and memories. There will be no formal service at this time, but please share your memories of Jim on the Simplicity website. James William Maddox Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information (simplicitycfs.com) If you are inclined to make a donation on his behalf please consider supporting Seasons Hospice. Seasons Hospice Foundation | Donate - Seasons Hospice Foundation (seasonsfoundation.org)

James William Maddox

June 29, 1934 - October 29, 2021