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James Eckhart Brophy Sr.

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BROPHY, SR., James (Jim) Eckhart (1934-2006) Jim Brophy of Stone Mountain, Georgia passed away August 17th, 2006 at Hospice Atlanta. Jim is the grandson of the late James G. Condon and Lucy Dalton Condon of Chicago, and Hazel E. and Raymond Wilson of Bel Aire, who were benefactors to many Southern California Episcopal churches as well as UCLA; he is the son of the late Truman William Brophy, III, M.D. and Jane Condon. Brophy is survived by his devoted and loving wife Linda, his Mamacita Gayle of Los Angeles, brothers Bill of Ashland, Oregon, and Michael (Ana Laura) of Orange County; sisters Jane (Jay) of Worcester, Mass., Diana (Rob) of Palos Verdes, California, Elizabeth Brophy (Saul), Patricia Brophy (Oliver) Laura Brophy (Federico), all of Mexico, and Monica (Fondas) of Greece and Dina (Alvaro) of Phoenix, Arizona. Jim is also survived by his sons Jim (Mary) of Minneapolis and Kevin (Racquel) of Keystone Heights, Florida. Surviving daughters include Colleen (Reid) of St. Simons Island, Georgia and Lauren (Griff) of Atlanta. Grandchildren are Erin, Kaleb, Megahn, Kate, Dakota, Ali and Keller; finally, he is survived by many nieces and nephews, his cousin Jane and special friend Gracie. He was born in San Francisco in 1934 and lived on Balboa Island near Santa Ana; San Mateo; Shanghai and Hangzhou, China and Alexandria, Virginia. Jim is an alumnus of the Virginia Military Institute (Class of '56) and also attended Stanford University. Jim was a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army from 1957-1969. Early in his career Jim worked at 20th Century Fox and as a salesman for Elliot Business Machines in Los Angeles. In 1968 he moved to Atlanta and became a restaurant entrepreneur. Jim recently completed a long and distinguished career as a manufacturer's representative for a leading commercial hardware supply company. An active youth sports coach, Jim took great pleasure in helping others achieve their goals and reach for their dreams. He was a mentor, role model and teacher. The family will accept visitors between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2006 at A.S. Turner & Sons, Decatur. A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 27, 2006 at A.S. Turner & Sons, Decatur, GA at 11:00 a.m. The family requests that memorials be sent to one of the following organizations: The VMI Keydet Club, In Memory - Jim Brophy, Class of '56, P.O. Box 932, Lexington, Virginia 24450, or to Hospice Atlanta, In Memory of Jim Brophy,1244 Park Vista Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30319, Or your local youth sports organization in the name of Jim Brophy.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 25, 2006.

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billy p comerford

September 4, 2006

If I were asked to say a few words aboth "the Broph", I couldn't do it... Not a few words!



The most remarkable thing about my 30 year relationship with him is that I can't recall ever entertaining a angry thought about him. I can't even say that about my mother!



The replacement of his infectious personality will be impossible: Cinco de Mayo will never be the same, nor Christmas, and,especially, and above all, his birhtday.



Keep a seat warm Jimmy, we'll all be joining you sooner or later.

Dana Lee Dreger

August 30, 2006

My sincerest wishes for peace in this time of sorrow.. Mr Brophy always made me smile and his sense of humor was one of kind. He was my brother's coach, my boyfriend's neighbor , my classmate's (Jim Jr.) father and a true character to love, respect and remember.Godspeed. I am very sorry for your loss.

Jim(Cannonball) Butler

August 25, 2006

I've got some wonderful memories of the Senor'.As his roommate for around 4 years we had some great times at the Hacienda.The Sunday morning brunches,the 4th of July parties when it always rained,and the great camaraderie we had.I loved the Senor like a brother and I have truly lost one of my best friends.My heart goes out to Linda,Jim Jr,Colleen,and the rest of the family.I will miss him greatly.

P.S.For Linda-I am the last of Dirk,Biff,and Bunky and I can't remember which one I was.

Cary Silverman

August 24, 2006

I just wanted to take a moment and pass my condolences to Jim Jr. and Colleen. I never had the pleasure of knowing the rest of Jim Sr.'s family. As a highschool friend of Jim Jr.'s, we spent a great deal of time just hanging out at the Brophy house. Both parents always made us feel so welcomed and it was always like it was our own home. My deepest and sincere condolences go out to all of you that were part of Jim Sr.'s life.

Mike Anderson

August 24, 2006

Mr. Brophy went far out of his way to offer me support when my step-father died. I was a schoolmate of Jim, Jr., a teenager, and trying to figure out which way was up. I recall vividly seeing Mr. Brophy standing at the the graveside service in Starrsville, Georgia (not a convenient drive from Sandy Springs). It was not something he had to do and it has always struck me as an excellent example of how an adult can reach back and offer a helping hand. I can also remember a couple of really bad jokes and the look of amazement on his face when he didn't get the laughs he expected from a bunch of kids. Condolences to all.

Lyn-Dee Biggerstaff

August 24, 2006

I just wanted to let Linda and the family know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Brophy was a constant and life-long friend of my dad's (Bigger). I have grown up listening to stories of the trouble the two of them got into...I know my dad and many others will truly miss friendship and his contagious laugh!

Connie Byeis

August 24, 2006

My sincere condolences to Jim's family and friends. Jim will be missed...a great guy.

Ron & Jane Biggerstaff

August 24, 2006

In this time of sadness, we extend our thoughts and deepest heartfelt sympathy to Jim's family. A great friend of over 25 years, Jim will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. His contagious smile and laugh, his passion for people and life will always be remembered. May God bless.

Michael Stuart

August 24, 2006

I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.



May God bless you,



Michael Stuart

Jeff (Son-O-Mine) Romaine

August 24, 2006

The good ones are always taken too soon, and Senor was one of the best. If his time on earth is any indication, heaven's residents are already cracking up to Jim's favorite stories...none of which I ever heard twice.



Your legacy will live on forever in our hearts and minds, Senor. Your presence, however, will leave a void like no other. Cheers, my friend.

Dan (a.k.a. Flush) Lapwing

August 24, 2006

My warmest and sincere condolences to LJ, Jim Jr., and Colleen. Senor is so missed. I miss in particular his easy going, very approachable nature. He always gave a firm hug and a warm broad smile. I enjoyed the raucous times just as much as the milder, quiet, introspective times with Jim. Nobody, but nobody epitomized hospitality as Senor did. I miss him dearly.



God bless you Senor...I look forward to seeing you again on the other side. And when I do, I know I'll be greeted with a hug and a smile.

Darrell Simmons

August 23, 2006

Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the Brophy family. It's a simple statement, but one with expansive meaning: Broph was a good guy. Jane and I always enjoyed his company. He was a gentleman. I enjoyed talking sports, particularly horse racing, with Broph. Next Kentucky Derby I'll put a couple of bucks on a sure winner in his memory. Rest in God's peace.

Denny Moore

August 22, 2006

Words could never express how dear a friend Jim was not only to me but to so many others. I'm proud to say I love him and will miss him terribly. My heart and prayers go out to his wife Linda and the entire family.

Andrew Benz

August 21, 2006

Mr. Brophy first of all was a man that you could only give respect to. And secondly, he loved when his swimming pool was open.

Dennis and Mary Ann Benz

August 21, 2006

Jim was a fine man. He always had time to share a few words and inquire about you and your family. We'll always remember Jim as the camera man for Billy P's Christmas bus trips.



Our deepest condolences to Linda and Lauren.

Alan Peters

August 21, 2006

A good man, a good buddy, gone much too soon. The world is a poorer place today. Rest in peace, my friend.

Dennis Caniglia

August 20, 2006

Jim was a friend of many, many people. I was fortunate in meeting Jim a number of years ago. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Judy Klamt

August 20, 2006

Mr. Brophy was a nice man with a great sense of humor.I only wish I had known he and Linda before he was sick. He will be missed.

Jim Davis

August 20, 2006

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim. He was a joy to be around and a "character" to say the least. He'll be missed.

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