Background
Sheerin, James F. was born on August 14, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Roy F. and Mae T. (Regan) Sheerin.
Sheerin, James F. was born on August 14, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Roy F. and Mae T. (Regan) Sheerin.
With Hilton Hotel Corporation, Chicago, 1946-1960, 69–, vice president South-S.W. region, 1969-1971, senior vice president, since 1971. With Pick Hotels Corporation, 1960-1969, senior vice president, general manager, 1966-1969. Chairman Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau, 1980-1981, Metropolitan Fair and Exposition Authority, Chicago.
Appointed chairman Advisory Committee on Tourism for State of Illinois. Member Illinois Development Board.
Member Chicago Promotion Council (director), Greater Chicago Hotel and Motel Association, American Hotel and Motel Association Clubs: Tavern (New York City). Irish Fellowship; Hundred of Cook County (Chicago).
Married Edythe L. Bowman, June 4, 1944. Children: Susan, Patricia, James, Kathleen.