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John Brosius Obituary
69, of Shannondale/Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021, at his daughter's home. He was preceded in death by his wife Geraldine "Jaye" Brosius (Adams).
Born October 27, 1951, in Hamilton, Ohio, he was the son of the late John A. Brosius and Jo Ann Brosius (Hapner).
Gary worked as a machinist for Northrup Grumman, making parts for satellites. Growing up on his family's farm instilled a sense of hard work and a love for working outdoors. If you rode past his house on any given weekend, you were sure to see him working on his koi pond, chopping wood, or giving the grandkids a ride on his tractor. He loved his family and was a loyal friend.
He is survived by two daughters, Jessica Cody and husband, Paul and children, Colton and Tanner Cody, and Janice Karns and husband, Wes and children, Carrie Morris and Cody Karns; and a son, Andrew Brosius; a brother, Phil Brosius; two sisters, Ann Foust and Lori Taylor; and a niece (who was like a daughter) Vicky Wright and child Raylon Nix.
Service and interment are private.
Arrangements by Brown Funeral Home.
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Steve Harris
June 10, 2021
We had lots of great times growing up, went to Massachusetts to build greenhouses, went to Detroit to buy his 1st machine, helped to get settled in Harpers Ferry area, a good soul if there ever was one.
Thom Neal
June 8, 2021
Without a doubt my fondest memories growing up include Uncle John's Farm. Gary wearing his
hat doing machinist work are part of those memories that I carry to this day. You will be missed cousin. Love to you and your family.
Jon Lancaster
June 8, 2021
He was a great guy, I believe he would have given you his shirt off of his back to whoever needed it.
Lori Dawson
June 8, 2021
So sorry to hear this..prayers for all the family...❤
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