James J. "Jim" Brown
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Thursday June 13th 2013 4-8 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
James J. (Jim) Brown, age 60, of Columbus, died on Monday, June 10, 2013 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Born in Columbus, November 28, 1952, he was a 1971 graduate of Westerville High School. Jim also served in the United States Army. Jim retired as a second shift patrol Sergeant from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office in 2012 after 33 devoted years of service. He is survived by wife, Angela (Fraganato) Brown; children, Carly & Kyle Albert and Natilly (Jason) Boals; mother, Sue Brown; brothers, Tony (Judy) Brown, Fred (Charlotte) Brown; sister-in-law, Terri DeRousse; brother-in-law, Steve Noel; special nephew, Brad (Bianca) Noel and special niece, Kelley Brown; as well as numerous other nieces and nephews; loyal puppies, Harry and Annabella. Jim is preceded in death by his father, Harry D. Brown; sister, Mary Lou Noel; nephew and niece, Robbie & Christy; beloved dog, Gus. Jim's family will receive friends on Thursday, June 13, 2013, from 4-8 p.m. at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, where an FOP Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Funeral, 12 (Noon), Friday, June 14, 2013, St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 434 Norton Rd., (at Sullivant) Columbus (614) 878-5353, with Chaplain Leo L. Connolly, Presiding. Burial to follow, Blendon Central Cemetery, Westerville. Jim's family would like to express deepest gratitude to the dedicated nurses at Columbus Oncology & Hematology, with heartfelt mention to nurse Rose and Dr. Grainger. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Condolences for James J. "Jim" Brown
From : Cathy Green
To : Brown Family
Date: June 11th 2013
Angie and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing.I didn't work with him a lot but it was always a pleasure when I did.
Jim is no longer in pain.
Remember time will ease the pain but good memories will remain.
R.I.P Jim.
From : Chris Fannin
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 11th 2013
To the Brown Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Jimmy will be greatly missed not only by those that worked with him, but those that knew him personally and shared his crazy humor and lots of laughs. I am sorry that I am not able to be there to pay my respects, but all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers .
From : Ray and Barbara Brown
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 11th 2013
We were deeply saddened to hear that Jim passed away. We have been neighbors for so many years and Jim always had a welcoming wave or smile when we saw him. He will be missed. If there is anything we can do to help you in the coming weeks, please let us know.
From : Dick, Nadine & Jeff Wilson
To : The Brown Family
Date: June 12th 2013
We are sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
From : Earl Pettlo
To : Brown Family
Date: June 12th 2013
We are sad to hear about Jim's passing. I worked with him for a short time. And i can tell you he was the best supervisor the Sheriff's department had. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
From : Jim Moore
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 12th 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jim on B Co. and he was great. When he retired I was looking forward to us reconnecting. I will always be troubled that didn't happen. You are surrounded by a great group of people that will help you in any way they can.
From : Terry & Barbara Dountz
To : Jim Brown Family
Date: June 12th 2013
Worked with Sgt. Brown on Special Duty several times and if I was out on second shift. An all around great guy who stood firm with his deputies
and EARNED his respect never demanded it.
No one can replace a guy like him. He always smiled no matter how bad the day was going.
FCSO was blessed to have shared him with his family for 33 years.
From : Cinda Nichols
To : Angie Bown and family
Date: June 12th 2013
I very sad to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. I just wanted you to know that we here at the Court are thinking about you and I am keeping you in my prayers.
From : Kris (Shull) Jester
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 12th 2013
Angie and Family, Ron and I were so sorry to hear about Jimmy. In the short time that I got to work with him, it was a privilege and honor to have been touched by his wit and charm. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all that knew and loved him.
From : JENNIFER SHRIVER & FAMILY
To : ANGELA & FAMILY
Date: June 12th 2013
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME.
From : Shari Stump (Stumpy)
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 13th 2013
Angie,
You are close in my thoughts, prayers and heart. Stay strong and let the memories carry you through this difficult time. Love and many hugs always
From : Ellie Mankin
To : Sue Brown
Date: June 13th 2013
Sue, I was sorry to hear of Jimmmy's passing. Now you have three family members in Heaven...your husband, daughter, and now a beloved son. They are together now but I'm sure that the family remaining here on earth will miss them. Ellie
From : Patricia Johnson
To : The family of Sgt. James Brown
Date: June 14th 2013
You may wonder how everything goes on the way it does. How the sun keeps shining, and the stars keep twinkling. It will take time and tears, but your world will feel normal again, and you'll find comfort in celebrating the memory of the life you shared together.
From : Patricia Johnson
To : Sue Brown
Date: June 14th 2013
Sue, Knowing your son was such a pleasure and knowing that had a lot to do with his upbringing is a great honor for you his Mother. I Want to share these words with you that someone shared with me at a very hard time...A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared, a loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared. Jim will always be missed---and he will always be remembered..My prayers are with you.
From : Samuel and Vickie Flowers
To : Angie and Family
Date: June 14th 2013
I am so saddened to hear that Jimmy has gone home. They're are so many great things I could say about Jim, which would take forever, but behind his guise of toughness there was a kind, caring man. I could always count on Jim when I had a problem. I will miss him, my family will miss him very much. Please know you are in our thoughts, and prayers.
From : Alan H. Mann
To : Angie, Moma Brown, Natilly and all the family.
Date: June 14th 2013
My utmost sympathy and sorrow goes out to you all in this loss of Jim. To say I loved him like a brother is a gross understatement. I loved him more than that. Our careers became entwined around the first of 1986. Even though we worked together well before that, we really became close then. When he was a Corporal I knew he had the personality and makings to be a good supervisor. A couple of years later I realized he would be much more than that. In 1991 we entered on a path together which went on for nearly 20 more years. He shined as a supervisor with no equal. The respect he had from his troops and the love they had for him is now legendary. "America's Team" shined because of him, his devotion to his troops and his vast knowledge of how to handle the most trying of situations all the way down to the most simple made him the ultimate supervisor. I would marvel at the devotion they had to him. I never had to worry about a thing regardless of how serious it was. I always knew he had the situation well in hand and if I didn't want to respond, I knew I didn't have to. He made a lot of people what they are today. He gave much more than 100% of himself and had a great impact of the success I enjoyed during my career. I could never repay him for the dedication he gave me and will miss him much more than I ever thought I could miss someone. A part of all of us who knew him, worked with and for him is long gone and will never be replaced. His passing has left a deep hole in my heart which will take years to fill, if ever, I can only imagine what it has done to you. Never have I seen such an outpouring of love mixed with grief as I witnessed these last five days. Thank you for sharing this wonderful man with all of us. My life was enriched daily with him and the memories I have will never be forgotten. I never dreamed I could feel this way about someone who was not in my immediate family. I realize now how important he was in my and many, many others lives. May the great memories keep you strong in the coming years. God Bless Jim Brown. He was a great friend and my heart is broken.