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James E. Brophy Sr.

1934 - 2017

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

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Donohue Funeral Home - West Chester

1627 West Chester Pike

West Chester, Pennsylvania

James Brophy Obituary

James E. Brophy Sr, formerly of Broomall, PA passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 26, 2017. Jim was preceded in death by his wife Mary Ann (nee: Tinneny); loving father of James E Jr (Celeste), Sharon (Raymond) and Colleen; devoted grandfather of 8. Jim also is survived by his sister and twin brother, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation and mass at SS Simon & Jude Church, West Chester at 10:15 am on Thursday April 6, 2017. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Southeastern Veterans Center, 1 Veteran’s Drive, Spring City, PA 19475. Please view the complete obituary at http://www.donohuefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2017.

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Beverly Haeberlein

April 7, 2017

Dear Brophy family, so sorry to hear that Mr. Brophy passed. He was always such a kind, nice and intelligent man. I'll miss all are political conversations and what was going on in the world when I would cut his hair. Prayers to your family.

Beth Hansel

April 1, 2017

Sharon, Colleen and Jim, so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and you will always have memories of him. Take comfort in knowing he is in a happy place now with your mom.

Tom Brophy

March 30, 2017

Dear Jim, Sharon, and Colleen:
So sorry to hear of the death of your father. He was a wonderful man who always had funny line for everyone. He seemed like he truly enjoyed life, in particular My Mom really enjoyed his company and was always laughing.
I am so sorry I will miss his ervices, but I'm scheduled for hip replacement surgery at Paoli on Wednesday.
Mary Lou and I wiill definitely send a donation.
All our love,
Mary Lou and Tom

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10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

SS Simon & Jude Church

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11:00 a.m.

SS Simon & Jude Church

8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA

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