James V. Brown

James Brown Obituary

Town of Newburgh, NY

James V. Brown, of the Town of Newburgh, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 8, 2008 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was 76.

Son of the late Roy and Helen Brown, he was born October 1, 1931. He was married to Irene Vesely Brown for 54 years, who predeceased him on March 3, 2008.

James was a retired supervisor for Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1948-1952 during the Korean War. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve and retired from the 854th Engineer Battalion (Cbt)(Hv) as the Command Sergeant Major after 27 years of service. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Reserve Achievement Medal, Korean Service Medal with four bronze stars, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, NCO Development, Army Service Ribbon, United Nations Medal, Republic of Korea War Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Award and the Meritorious Unit Award.

He was past Commander of VFW Post #973, past Exalted Ruler of Newburgh Elks #247, member of American Legion Post 152 in Newburgh and President and Business Manager of Local 2218 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

He is survived by his three loving daughters, Susan Rockafellow and her husband, Michael of Newburgh, Cynthia Lombard and her husband, Robert of Pennsylvania, and Barbara Stacchini of Newburgh; grandchildren, Scott Lombard and his wife, Amanda of Yonkers, Craig Lombard of New York City, Justin and Stacia Rockafellow, Carmine and Marcus Stacchini all of Newburgh, and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his sister, Marian Donahue and brothers, William F., Charles F. and Roy S. Brown.

Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, September 12 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave. Newburgh, NY 12550.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 13 at Sacred Heart Church, Newburgh. Entombment will follow in Cedar Hill Mausoleum, Newburgh.

Flowers are welcome, or contributions in James' memory may be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550.

To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com or call (845) 561-8300.

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Published by Times Herald-Record from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Brown

15 Entries

Oskar Hildinger

October 4, 2008

Dear Susan, Cindy, Barbara, and your families,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jim was a very special and unique kind of guy, a Super Sgt Major, demanding, tough, gruff and loud on the outside, helpful, gentle, generous, loving and romantic on the inside. What a MAN!

From where I stood, Jim was an All American Husband, Parent, Provider, Loyal Friend and Patriot. I will very much miss Jim's companionship and ever ready sense of humor.

Did I say I grew to love that man? I know I never said it to his face. Our loss is God’s New Angle.

Good-by for now, my friend, I hope to meet up with you later.
Oskar

Ruth Bowman

October 4, 2008

Dear Susan, Cindy, Barbara, your families and Jim’s many friends,

Our thoughts, prayers and wishes for healing are with all of you.

September eighth was a very dark and dismal day.
It was when our friend, Jim, went up and away.

Thank you for waiting Jim. We shall miss and remember you always. God Bless you and all those you hold dear.
Love Always, Ruth & Oskar

Kathy Gigliotti

September 12, 2008

Dear Susan, Cindy,Barbara and families,
So very sorry to hear about Jim. My sympathy to you and your families.
I have fond memories of Jim and will cherish them always.
Again my sincere sympathy , Kathy

Kathy & Mark Cunningham

September 12, 2008

Sue and Family,
Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you and your entire family. Your parents will now walk together hand in hand in heaven for enternity.
Our love,

Paul Vesely

September 12, 2008

Dear Susan,Cyntia,Barbara and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim. To have Irene and Jim both pass this year is a real shock. It's so sad when we see members of the core of our family passing. It makes us realize and reflect on our own mortality and to cherish each day as I'm sure Irene and Jim did. Though we typicaly only saw each other at weddings and funerals, I'll never forget the party at the Ship Lantern Inn. Jim and Irene loved life and Jim was such a hoot. He held such a commanding presence whenever he walked into a room. I'll miss them both.

Please know that our prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love,
Vince and cousin Paul

Kim Hammond

September 11, 2008

Cindy, Bob and family, my condolences and prayers go out to your entire family. I am so very sorry to hear of your father's passing.

Elaine Mitchetti (Eager)

September 11, 2008

Dear Susan,Cyntia,Barbara and family,
My Dad called me yesterday and was so upset he told me about your Dad. I went to his house to make sure he was ok and he told me he mailed him a card. He read to me what he wrote cause he put it on a piece of paper first then on the card. I thought it was really nice. But then realized he mailed it on Mon. so he knows your dad didn't see it. That really bothered him. I'm so sorry to hear that you lost your Dad and so soon after losing your mom. My prayers are with all of you. If their is anything we can do please let us know.
Take Care,
Elaine (Eager)Mitchetti
My Dad,Mom & Family

william silber

September 11, 2008

dear Susan, Cindy, Barbara, and families: Bill and I are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Wish we could be there with you. We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. much love, Bill and Mary Ann Silber

Barbara Figurski

September 11, 2008

Dear Brownie,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Big Jim for his sense of humor and his love for all three of you girls. Your family has endured alot this year and these wounds never really heal, but the guy up stairs doesn't give you anything he doesn't think you can't handle. My thoughts and prayers are with you all......Love Barb Figurski

Sharon Parziale

September 10, 2008

Dear Susan, Cindy, Barbara and Families,

So sad to hear about Jim. What a tough year for you all. I do not know what words I could possibly say to comfort you, but please accept my humble sympathy.

May your personal memories bring you solace. I will cherish always the fun and laughter Jim created for us as children.

fondly,
Sharon Parziale

Jean Durante

September 10, 2008

My condolences go out to Susan, Cindy & Barbara and their families. Uncle Jim was known & loved by many & will always be remembered by anyone who met him.

douglas kendall

September 10, 2008

I remember and knew Jim since grade school and got to know him better when he was in the drum and bugle corps.

We have been actively in correspondence for many years thru email and normal post.

It surely is a sad day for the family of Jim and his friends.

I shall miss him and his wonderful ways and attitude towards things and life.

douglas kendall

September 10, 2008

I have known Jim since grade school and known him better when he was a member of the drum and bugle corps.
Over many years we have talked about old times and Jim's love for his family and life.

I shall surely miss this fine man. My thoughts and prayers are extended to all of Jim's family and friends during this sad time.

Angelo Mascioli

September 10, 2008

To James Family
Jim was a good friend and a great Elk. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Angelo

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