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James A. "Jim" Briscoe
1959 - 2023
James A. "Jim" Briscoe
1959 - 2023
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James Briscoe Obituary
Born: August 15, 1959 in Pittsburgh, PA
Died: April 28, 2023 in DeKalb, IL
James A. "Jim" Briscoe 63, of DeKalb, passed away Friday, April 28, 2023, at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. He was born August 15, 1959, in Pittsburgh, PA and was the son of James T. and Loretta (Scholter) Briscoe.
Jim graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School (Jefferson Hills, PA) in 1977. He earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Pittsburgh. Jim married Vivian Carrillo on September 28, 2007, at St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb. He worked as a procurement manager for United Airlines for the past 11 years.
Jim was a dedicated member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb serving as an usher. He was a member of the Yeti Trail and Ultra Runners, the Coyote Running Club and he also served on the Finance Advisory Committee for the city of DeKalb.
Survivors include wife, Vivian of DeKalb, parents James and Loretta Briscoe of Pittsburgh, PA, brother; Raymond (Donna) Briscoe of Pittsburgh, PA, Niece Alana Briscoe and Nephew Jonathan Briscoe both of Pittsburgh, PA, In-laws; Carlos and Teresita Carrillo of Skokie, IL, brother-in-law; Juan Carlos Carrillo (Cesar Chavarry) of Edgebrook, IL, and grandchildren; Ellie, Hazel, and Brody.
Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 11:00am at St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb with Father William Etheredge officiating. Burial will be immediately following the mass at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in DeKalb. Memorials can be made to the family to be established at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.
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Adrian Williams
May 18, 2023
My sincere condolences for your loss. I worked with James in his position at United as a vendor. He was always a pleasant person and willing to help out in every situation. I considered him a friend.
Karen Binford
May 16, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Martin and Kelly Bartesch
May 2, 2023
To Vivian, Jim’s family, and to all those that loved him, please accept my sincere condolences for our loss. I haven’t seen Jim in many years but we did reconnect recently and we were both excited to get together this summer and get caught up on life. I am deeply saddened that this won’t happen. RIP my friend!
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Phyllis Terrill
May 2, 2023
Dearest Vivian: My deepest sympathies on the loss of your Husband Jim. Knowing him was a great pleasure, he had the best smile & you two were the perfect fit. If there is anything I can do for you, you know where to find me. May Jim now find comfort in the arms of our Good Shepard, Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. You now have a very special Angel to watch over you. Love you Viv, sending love, hugs & many prayers for your comfort xoxo
Gillian Brauner
May 1, 2023
“My deepest condolences to Jim's wife Vivian and all of his children and family. Jim was a wonderful soul, who's dry humor and wit made him a joy to be around. He had a smile for all, and if you were his friend, you were always his friend no matter the years between. He will be greatly missed.”
Jonathan Smith
April 30, 2023
Shared alot of great moments, conversations, and times joking around with Jim. He was a great neighbor, and friend. Great sense of humor, and can always put a smile on our face! Until we meet again. I know you'll have a fire ready to spend some good times with many laughs!
Tammy
April 30, 2023
Tammy
April 30, 2023
Tammy
April 30, 2023
Caught these shots of Jim while at a creek crossing in potowatomi. He was singing tip toe through the tulips
Tammy
April 30, 2023
Tammy
April 30, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Always smiling on potowatomi trails Jim will be missed
Tammy Colver
April 30, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful person
Scott Sugimoto
April 30, 2023
Vivian, again my sincere condolances. Jim and you are very special people to me, and his passing is devastating news. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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