James Thomas Haddon

April 22nd, 2021

I don’t know why I thought of you today but, this must have been the reason so sorry to find this out , you were always nice to me when I met you and your buddies at the Barbary Coast in Las Vegas because I was a Chicago girl , my condolences to your family which you always spoke so highly of. Good bye my friend

~JoAnn
~Friend, Las Vegas

January 19th, 2021

As kids we grew up watching our Dad play ball at places like Mansfield Park and Harrer Park. Memories that will last a lifetime. As tribute to our Dad, we have set up a Memorial Fund in concert with the Morton Grove Park District to ensure more softball and baseball kids memories for generations to come.

https://mortongroveparks.com/in-memory-of-jimmy-haddon/

~Julie and Todd Haddon
~Jimmy’s Daughter and Son, California and Arizona

January 19th, 2021

Jimmy was a gentleman. He embodied everything you want to see in a lawyer. He was smart, kind, and overall a “good egg.” I felt like I was hit by a bus when I heard he passed. May his memory be a blessing!

~Maxine Weiss Kunz
~colleague, Chicago, IL

January 18th, 2021

I meet Carol, and then Jimmy about 45 years ago selling Carol cars.
I remember the banter like it was yesterday.
Such a kind, and warm couple.
My thoughts are with your family.
Best always. from an old friend.
Steve Hara

~Steve Hara
~family acquaintance, Highland Park, IL.

January 18th, 2021

Every memory of Jimmy is filled with his wonderful smile and warmth. From being high school buddies to grown up adults, I marveled at how he never lost his sparkle. He loved life and will be missed by all.

~Natalie van Straaten
~Old friend, Chicago, Il

January 18th, 2021

RIP Jimmy, always had a smile on his face. He was a good guy and will be missed by all, on the field and off. It was a pleasure knowing you Jimmy and I’ll always remember you as a loving person. I’m sure your family will have you in their hearts.Joel Zimberoff

~Joel
~Friend, Glenview, il

January 18th, 2021

I will miss having coffee with my friend Jim. One morning I was talking about a restaurant that I really liked and he spoke up and said “ My wife snd I go there all the time”. From that day on about five years ago he would sit snd join our breakfast club. Always nice to talk with him. He will be missed RIP. jim

~Thomas Banich
~Friend, Chicago

January 18th, 2021

We played 16 inch softball together for well over 25 years . Jimmy was an excellent short stop and in spite of having one of the ugliest swings I ever saw he was one of the most reliable hitters ; especially in clutch situations!
More than that Jimmy was a good friend. I called upon him often for advice and he was always there when anyone needed help.
He will be missed by all who knew him .
Rest In Peace Jimmy.
Andy Lee

~Andy lee
~Team mate and very good friend, Morton grove

January 18th, 2021

Jimmy will be missed. He was more an opponent of mine, than a teammate, but we shared the love of the game. I always enjoyed playing against Jimmy, and had deep respect for him as a player and a man.

~Marty Pick
~softball player, Chicago

January 18th, 2021

Very very sad to hear of Jim’s passing. I just read it in the Tribune this morning. I knew him from the Dunkin at Elston Cicero where he stopped for coffee all the time. We struck up a conversation one day and became fast friends. Really going to miss him .

~Dan Varallo
~Friend, Chicago

January 17th, 2021

My sincere condolences to the whole Family. I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.

~Peggy Calendine
~Friend of Julie’s, Des Plaines, Il

January 17th, 2021

Jimmy was nice to me on the occasions when we met through Carol’s Cubs fandom. Hearing Carol talk about him, especially recently, reminded me of their special marriage.
Please accept my deep, sincere sympathy to Carol and the family at this most difficult time.
Tom Shaer
Chicago, IL

~Tom Shaer
~Acquaintance, Chicago. IL

January 17th, 2021

We treasure the times we spent together. We will always remember the pride that Jimmy took in his family; each of your accomplishments gave him so much joy. He always made us smile with his incredible wealth of information about sports and memories about people. We loved our conversations and valued his insights, especially since we were always on the same side of the issues. We are heartbroken and will miss him so very much.

~Carol and Ricky Wolfe
~friends, Highland Park, IL

January 17th, 2021

He was my cousin Danny Coval’s pledge father and through baseball softball and business he was a very dear dear friend almost all of my life. Anytime we saw each other just to talk and laugh was special…we were cub fans in life and we will be in eternity…I lost a friend today and I will never forget him….see you at the park pal

Joel

~Joel
~Friend, Chicago illinois

January 17th, 2021

Many years of fond memories, and a deep sadness at Jimmy’s untimely death.
Lovingly,
Bonnie

~Bonnie Levin
~friend, LA

January 17th, 2021

Jimmy would be so proud of Carol, Todd & Julie who spoke so eloquently about his life as a loving husband, father, friend and fierce advocate to so many. We were so lucky to have you as our neighbor for close to 40 years and will always miss your presence on our quiet street. Jimmy has left us too soon and we send our love and condolences to all who cherished him.

~Judy & Howard Roin
~Neighbor and Friend, Glencoe, IL

January 17th, 2021

The Service was so beautiful.. My Condolences to Carol and the whole family.. Jimmy was an amazing man.

~sandy Kite
~Friend,

January 17th, 2021

Please accept my sincere condolences..May your memories be Jimmy’s legacy.

~Caryn Rosen Adelman
~acquaintance, Winnetka, IL

January 17th, 2021

Jimmy was one of the best poker players I’ve known but more than that he was great to be in a game with. He treated everybody with dignity and kindness. In the last game I played with Jimmy he had a diamond straight flush. I took a picture of him in which he had a grin like a kid at a birthday party. He always brought us up to date about his family. Jimmy was old school. He loved Carol, his family, poker, softball, the Law, friends…. he loved Life. He will be missed. Cannot say enough about what a truly great man he was. God Bless. RIP my friend.

~Mike
~Friend. Poker buddy, Chicago Illinois

January 17th, 2021

Having played with Jimmy for almost 50 years, AJR…Fred Kier & Associates.. many 12-inch
West-coast Advertising Agency league “World-Series” tournaments, and most recently, the OVER 60 “Oldies but Goodies” team, I was truly privileged to not only know him as a teammate, but a good friend. May he rest in peace and leave the roster open when we join him.

~Larry Dzielawa
~Friend & Teammate, Elgin

January 17th, 2021

Our deepest condolences to Jimmy’s family. He was a wonderful poker buddy and friend, and will be greatly missed by all of us.

Howard and Penni Wolfmark

~Howard &Penni Wolfmark
~Poker friend, Northbrook IL 60062

January 17th, 2021

A friend for 50 years. Need I say more.

~Gene Goldberg
~Friend, Vernon Hills,Il

January 17th, 2021

So very sorry to hear of your great loss. My condolences. Jimmy was always one of the most upbeat, kind and fun people that I knew. He most certainly will be greatly missed by many.

~Betsy (Siegel) Berman
~friend, Chicago, IL

January 16th, 2021

How sorry we were to hear of Jimmy’s passing. He was so full of life. In my book, Jimmy was the kind of person you immediately liked and trusted. He truly will be missed.
Gibby and Jane

~Gibby and Jane Vartan
~friend, Chicago, IL

January 16th, 2021

In all the years I knew Jimmy, never saw him angry…with one exception. As a coach of one of his many softball teams, I dared to not put him in the starting lineup for one game. Seemed like the right thing to do at the time but I vowed to never do that again. All he ever did was swing that ugly old wood bat at balls over his head and tomahawk line drives to the outfield…constantly, and constantly amazing. Now watching him run the bases with his head thrown back and veins bursting in his neck like he was running in chest-deep water…that was a whole different story.

From our whole family, “thank you” Jimmy, for your friendship and guidance through some challenging times.

~Tim Rappe
~friend and teammate, Barrington Hills IL

January 16th, 2021

So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing
Our sincere condolences to you and your family.

~Maureen Glick
~, Northbrook,Ill

January 16th, 2021

will be missed he was always a great pleasure to be with him

~jerry levin
~friend, northbrook ill

January 16th, 2021

I have known Jim since we were neighbors in West Rogers Park and classmates in third grade at Boone School and thereafter through graduation from Senn High. Jim was always a good and loyal friend to his vast number of friends , a terrific sportsman and sports fan, and an amazingly smart and interesting person. He was always fun to be with. To me, he was an “iron man”; I can’t believe he’s gone. He will never be forgotten by anyone who was privileged to know him.

~Bob Berger
~Old friend, Highland Park

January 15th, 2021

Carol said it best; ”… losing a life’s partner”. I too have lost a friend of the past 70 years. He will be remembered forever. His smile, his wit and his genuine concern for his fellow man. Rest in peace and watch over us like you always have.

~Leslie D. Gurvey
~Childhood Friend, Sandy Springs, Ga