Timothy Maddigan
February 24, 1947 ~ July 15, 2022
Timothy James 'Diesel' Maddigan, life-long resident of Oelwein, and more recently of Cedar Rapids, passed away Friday July 15, 2022 at Mercy Medical Center. A Celebration of Life for 'Diesel' will be held at a later date. Stewart Baxter Funeral and Memorial Services of Cedar Rapids is assisting the family.
Survivors include siblings, Jack (Barb) Davidson, Colleen Johnson, Maureen Maddigan, Kevin Maddigan, Kathy Maddigan, Eileen (Daniel) Latimer, Mary 'Rose' (Pat) Bresnehan; numerous nieces; nephews; great nieces; great nephews; and a host of friends.
Timothy James 'Diesel' was born February 24, 1947 in Brooklyn, Iowa, the son of Robert and Margaret McSwiggin's Maddigan. He grew up in Oelwein where he attended school and graduated from Oelwein High School in 1966. 'Diesel' attended NIACC in Mason City for a time. 'Diesel' began his long career as a Bartender in Oelwein. He was employed by the Idle Hour Tap, followed by stints at Tom's Tap, Bob-O-Link's Lounge and Clete and Connie's. 'Diesel' moved to Cedar Rapids to be closer to his sister, Kathy.
'Diesel' is preceded in death by his parents; and five brothers: Pat, Tom, Terry 'Joe', Kelly, and Mike.
Family and friends may offer support and memories with Timothy 'Diesel's' family on his tribute wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under obituaries.
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Someone said “Diesel” is a legend of Oelwein nightlife”. I can hear him chiming in, with a mischievous grin and chuckle, “Don’t you mean a god?” 🙂
Tim and Candi Murphy Sprague – from the Oelwein Daily Register … Circa 1953. Diesel was the “GOAT” for Oelwein night life! Wonderful memories for sure. RIP Diesel❤️
After Christmas I always stopped at Bob o link’s to report to Deisel..” No, i did not get engaged for Christmas.” Year after year.. he shook his head. He was a gem! RIP
May the lords eternal Light shine upon you Diesel. Bye dear friend
Rest in peace no more suffering or sickness for you A wonderful fellow nice to all and friendly Prays and thoughts for those to cherish your life now missed seeing him after bar hours at Kwik Star a faithful customer
Sorry for your guy’s loss..😢
A real loss. We had many good times in the “Day”! Never missed seeing him when in Oelwein.
Words can not begin to relate the times and adventures Tim and I shared.a large hole in try world that can never be filled. RIP buddy. I’ll have one for you
DIESEL….One of a Kind…storyteller extraordinarie….and prbly mostly true…BEST bartender ever in Oelwein…thanks 4 how you helped jason and mitch….look Rhonda up….she always said you guys neighborhood was the best ever…RIP…..FIDDY (Jeff Gearhart)
We are sad. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Diesel a big brother to me. I will miss you alot.Thanks for all the advice you shared when I was stupid growing up. Miss ya already. Pain is gone and now you rest in peace! Goodnight my friend. See ya when I see ya
Tim was a unique individual. Smart with a great sense of humor. As I recall, he could hold his own in a dust-up as well. Our paths crossed as I also bartended in the “Idle Hour” for a bit. Sympathy to the family, he will be missed. Paul felix, a former Oelwein resident.
Great times with you and a couple brothers. It was always good to talk over esoteric subjects with you. God Bless. Jess Paul Sr.
Hated to see you go, thanks for the memories ,your wit, your stories ,your shenanigans and your friendship to the Smith family,Rest Easy.