Joseph J. Maggio passed away suddenly at his home on Jan. 17; he was 58.
Maggio was the best friend and life partner of Jim Keup; he was the love of Keup’s life for 31 years. Maggio was also the devoted son to the late Tina, nee Riotto and the late Bartolo Maggio; brother of Maria (David) Guzik; and uncle to Matthew.
He was a graduate of St. Patrick High School, and received his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University and his master’s degree from Northeastern University.
Maggio began his long career as a teacher at Notre Dame High School for Girls in 1977. For the last 20 years, Joe taught Math at St. Ignatius College Prep and was honored to serve as coach of the school’s math team.
The funeral took place Jan. 21, beginning from Cumberland Chapels and proceeding to Holy Family Church for Mass. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, Feb. 12 at the Unity in Chicago, 1925 West Thome Ave. from 2 to 4 p.m. At 4 p.m., the celebration will move to Jackhammer, 6406 N. Clark St. in Chicago. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan, 17th floor, Chicago, Ill., 60601-7633.