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James Broughman Obituary

James Edward (Jimmy) Broughman, 59, of Daleville, Va., went home to be with "God and Granny" on Thursday, November 19, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, James E. Sr. and Hattie Virginia Broughman. Jimmy was an employee of ITT and a devoted member of the Roanoke Camera Club. Surviving are his brother, Robert E. "Bobby" Broughman, of Daleville; sisters, Linda Broughman Pulz and husband, Larry, of Bonsack, and Sandi Broughman, of Roanoke; nephew, Adrian L. Broughman and wife, Lisa; and his favorite pet, Karmen. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, November 23, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, 540-366-0707.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 20 to Nov. 22, 2009.

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November 24, 2009

Sandi

I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Erin, Jon, Brynn & Makayla Colley

November 23, 2009

Linda and Sandy,

You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I will remember Jimmy's laugh, and of course all of the beautiful photographs he has taken. If you need anything at all, a shoulder, a meal, a small persons hug, we are here for you. The kindness and faithfulness you share with all of us, at all times, is forever appreciated, and please know we are here to serve you, as you need us most. We love you. Missy, Zac, Aiden and Cole Tuck.

November 23, 2009

Linda
So sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna Bond

November 21, 2009

Robert and Linda,

I am sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. He was an excellent photographer. Both of you are in my prayers at this difficult time.

Love in friendship,
Nancy Wood

Sadie and Bob Hardy

November 21, 2009

Linda and Sandy,

We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. Please accept our deepest sympathies. We know too well what you are going through right now just went through it September 14th when we lost my brother. If there is anything we can do for you all please let us know.

"You are all in our prayers"

Love, Sadie and Bob

November 21, 2009

Bobby, Linda, and Sandi, So sorry to hear of your loss i always thought the world of all of you. May all your memories be a great confort to you.Take care and God Bless you all.
Love Margie and Perry
Holland

November 21, 2009

Robert, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Joan Sowers, Roanoke, Va. (ITT)

Laura and Marie Smith

November 20, 2009

Linda and Sandy,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, don't hesitate to call. Love you guys.


*Marie and Laura Smith

Nichole

November 20, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Broughman was a special person and touched my heart. May God be with your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tina Campbell

November 20, 2009

It has been awhile since I worked with Jimmy, but what time I did it was a pleasure. My prayers and thoughts are with his family

November 20, 2009

Linda and Sandy- We are so sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do for you all please let me know. God has a reason for everything, we just don't always know what it is. Love you! Denise, Warren and Taylor

Katie

November 20, 2009

I am grateful for the privilege to have met Mr. Broughman, even for just a short time. He was kind, funny and appreciative; the kind of patient and person that makes nursing so very rewarding. I was able to see the strong support system he had through friends and family. You are all in my prayers.

Michael Wills

November 20, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

James Belcher

November 20, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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