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James Brown Obituary

JAMES WILLIAM BROWN, 75, a 16-year resident of Redlands, was called to be with our Lord on August 23, 2007, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Born in Canton, Ohio, Jim served in the Navy during the Korean War. He served as Patrolman on the Canton Police Dept before moving to California in 1962, where he then served on the Stanton Police Dept, working up the ranks to Captain. Jim earned his Bachelors Degree from the University of Redlands. He served as Chief of Polic e for China Lake Naval Weapons Center Police Dept and then became Chief of Police for San Bernardino City USD. Upon retiring, he became Chief of Security for Palm Desert Greens. Jim's passion for football lead him to coach for the Jr. All American Corona Chargers, then as Assistant Offensive Coordinator for the Freshman Football Team at Corona Centennial High School. He is preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and Dorothy Brown and his daughter Dorothy. He is survived by Lorraine, his wife of 29 years; b rother, Larry of Corona; daughters, Sheila Hoover and Karen Phillips, of Canton, Ohio; Judy Thomson, of Porterville; son, James, II of Garden Grove; nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his childhood friend, Keith Fife, of Auburn, Washington. Family and Friends are invited for visitation at Dimond & Shannon Mortuary, 10630 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840 (714) 537-1038 between 5-8pm, with services starting at 7pm. Private graveside services will be held Saturday. In lieu of flowers, d onations may be made to the American Cancer Society (800) 227-2345; 1940 E. Deere Ave, Ste. 100, Santa Ana, CA 92705

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Published by San Bernardino County Sun on Aug. 31, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for James Brown

18 Entries

Lori Brown

August 24, 2024

Hi Sandra, thank you for signing Jim's book. His burial plot is at :
Good Shepherd Cemetery
8301 Talbert Ave (Corner of Beach and Talbert)
Huntington Beach
upon entering the cemetery, turn left, continue on road. Stop before
the road curbs to the right. you'll see a fairly young tree there. Jim is
in the area left of the tree.
I miss him greatly, it's a pain in my heart that still pings on his earthly
birthday and his heavenly birthday.
God bless you,

Sandra Blankenship Estlow

October 21, 2023

Jim and I worked together at Stanton Police Department back in the early 70's. He never called me by my name just "brown eyes". He was Lt. Brown back then and I was a young dispatcher. Nicest guy. Just found out 16 years later he passed. This doesn't say where he was buried but the funeral home is still there and I will try and find out to visit his final resting place.

Mary Lopez

June 18, 2023

I am very sorry about the passing of Mr. James Brown. The family lived on Lessue and I lived cross 5 houses across back in the 60's. I knew his daughter Judy, we went to Wakehem school. Sorry we did not keep in touch. But during my high school in the 70's I attended the Stanton Police Explorers. Mr. Brown was very nice and very patient. The group went on field trips. Got to learn how to shoot a gun. I was grateful to learn alot about the police procedures, that my brother joined the explorers and became an officer years later. Again I am very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

Lori Brown

August 23, 2020

Dearest Hubby, today is your Heavenly Birthday. I am eternally grateful for Jim Butchko for being there when you welcomed Jesus into your heart/lsoul. It was a glorious moment you both shared with each other. I have many thoughts of what you're doing in Our Father's House. You loved to sing and you do have an awesome voice. I wonder what your room/mansion looks like. Till the Lord calls me home, I'll just keep wondering but knowing that it's greater than I could ever imagine
Love you always and forever

Jim & Janet Alexander

September 22, 2007

Jim and my husband were neighbors for years in Waco. Ohio. He went to high school with us both. Our sympathy to the family. God Bless Jim & Janet Alexander

Craig & Cheryl Stubbe

September 7, 2007

Our condolences to the Brown family. Jim was truly a great friend, and back in the Stanton days a very close neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the Family's

Sheila Hoover

September 7, 2007

Although the miles kept us apart,you were close in my mind and heart always. I'll miss you. Your daughter, Sheila

Carlos & Kathy Archuleta

September 4, 2007

We were blessed to know Jim as a friend and as a Brother In Law. Jim was a very giving and very smart man. Jim you will be missed by all. We Love You and you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Ed Rasch

September 2, 2007

Someone has to lead the way and who better than Jim Brown… Jim gave me my first break in law enforcement and appointed me a Reserve Officer when no one else would… His ability to see a person potential never ceased to amaze me… The results of his ability to see things in one others did or would not resulted in a long career in law enforcement… Again thank you Jim for the trust but above all the friendship and laughter I was able to share with you… My sincere condolences to the entire Jim Brown Family and his extended Family...

Scott Cullings

September 2, 2007

As young men "finding our way" a number of us were blessed to spend time at the Stanton Police Department. Friends from those "Stanton Days" still remain some of my closest friends today, 30 years later. We were also blessed with three men who ran the department and knew so much about mentoring and molding young bucks into good solid men. Captain Brown, Captain Stoddard and Chief Johnson will always have my gratitude for their guidance and compassion. My sincere condolences to the entire Brown Family.

Paula Stoddard Pierron

September 1, 2007

Condolences to Jim's family from mine. I knew Jim when I was a little girl. He worked with my father. I am very sorry for your loss.

Micheal Archuleta

August 31, 2007

I love you and miss you Uncle Jim.

Irene Archuleta

August 31, 2007

Uncle Jim was a great guy. You will be missed very much. I love you.

Dave Humphreys

August 31, 2007

Captain Brown...what a legend he was! We have lost yet another lifelong mentor. I truly enjoyed and admired the afternoon stories he shared with the troops at the "Crossroads to Vacationland." A great starting point in my career and memories that will never tarnish. Thanks Jim.

BRANDY DAVIDSON

August 31, 2007

YOU WILL BE MISSED GRANDPA!!
I LOVE YOU.
~BRANDY

Ron Johnson

August 31, 2007

Jim was a great team player while we worked together at the Stanton Police Department. Our paths crossed later in Palm Springs, Ca. while he was in charge of security for Palm Desert Greens. It was nice to have him sit next to me at the Retired Chief's meetings.
Jim gave to our country and never asked for anything in return.

Ron Johnson
Chief of Police-Retired

He becomes our FAMILY

Camille Bixler

August 31, 2007

I meet Jim when I was 13 and I signed up for the Stanton Police Explorers program. My favorite picture of Jim was when he became a family member when he marries our sister. Jim has always been there for my children and me. We will miss him dearly.

Lyle Stoddard

August 31, 2007

A great friend and coworker at Canton and Stanton.

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