James A. Gately
James was born on January 20, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, to Arthur L. Gately and Regina Ann (Spellman) Gately. He was united in marriage to Linda Howe, the love of his life, on May 19, 1962, at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. He was a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and later attended DePaul University College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree. James practiced law for over 40 years in Chicago, serving his clients and community with dedication, integrity, and compassion.
James was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Lions Club, and Kiwanis Club, and he valued the fellowship and service these organizations represented. In his free time, he enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, and trap shooting.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Regina Gately; his sister, Regina Gately; and his beloved wife, Linda Gately.
James is survived by his two sons, James Thomas Gately (Geri) and Arthur L. Gately (Michele); his four grandchildren, Ashley Gately, Tiffany Braun ( Ryan), James A. Gately II, and Rachel Gately; and his good friend, Judy Bieri.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Father David Bruener will officiate. Interment will be at the St. Leo Catholic Cemetery, Town of Adams, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to the time of Mass on Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
A heartfelt condolence to Jimmy, Arthur, and Judy Bieri. I was so shocked to hear now of his passing. Linda and Jim were such great people.
We are saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. We met Jim and Linda when they moved to Wisconsin as we also enjoyed snowmobiling. Occasionally we would see Jim at the local grocery store and visit for a while. Our sympathy to the Family.
So sorry to hear he passed. Saw him last in Mauston just before Christmas. He will be missed.
Jim was a wonderful man and my husband Bob and I greatly enjoyed the company of him and his lovely wife Linda for many years, both in Chicago and in Wisconsin. Our sons–Ken, Keith and Rob– also loved going snowmobiling with Jim and listening to his great after-dinner stories.
So sorry for your loss Judy.
Judy, we were saddened by the news of Jim’s passing, sending our condolences to you and Jim’s family. I certainly had many a good visit with Jim, as well as with Linda before she passed. Very nice people, now together again.
Tom and Karen Boisvert
Our Sympathy to the family lots of great memories.
Just learned of Jim’s and Harold Gotshall’s passing I was good friends with Harold for many years, and that’s how I met Jim! I met Harold while we both drove semi for Waste Management of Chicago, we went on to fish, hunt, and hang out together! over the years, after Harold’s divorce from Mary we were not close, I missed his friendship. RIP Jim & Harold!!! Larry Hartung
Peace love and comfort to his families and to his friend. Judi…Jim was a great man!
Judy,
Sending you my deepest Sympathy with the passing of Jim. May the Great Spirit Above along with our Heavenly Father hold you ever so close and comfort you.
I just lost another dear friend but will remember all the good times we had together. He is out of pain finally and in heaven with Linda God bless.
Our deepest condolences to all Jim’s family and friends.
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man. I miss all those winters riding snowmobiles with everyone. Some of my best childhood memories. He will be missed.
My sympathy to the family. I enjoyed conversations with Jim over the years.