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James Brozzetti Obituary
James "Jimmy" Brozzetti, 76, passed away on Thursday, April 21, after a yearlong battle with cancer. He is survived by his companion of more than 20 years, Mary Rose Giacometti.
Born Feb. 9, 1946, in Dunmore, he was the only son of the late Angelo and Lucy Pace Brozzetti. He was a 1964 graduate of Dunmore High School, where he ran track and played baseball, earning him the nickname "Speedy Tomatoes." After high school, he enrolled in the United States Army, later serving in Korea. He attended Lackawanna Junior College and Johnson College, earning an associate degree.
Known as "Mr. Yankee" to most, Jimmy was, arguably, the world's biggest Yankee fan. Jimmy attended more than 900 consecutive home games across the 1980s and 1990s, growing close friendships with Yankee legends Roy White, Phil Rizzuto and others. His dedication earned him a 1996 World Series ring, given to him personally by George Steinbrenner.
He was the proud business owner of Jim's Amusements and Vending for more than 40 years, and employed by Lackawanna County as the community outreach coordinator, working at the RailRiders stadium at PNC Field. As part of this work, the Lackawanna County commissioners presented him a proclamation for his commitment to helping children and area youth organizations, as well as his work as the driving force in the Legends Game at PNC Field, the KRW Foundation's "Party with the Pros," and the development of Strawberry Field in Peckville.
Also surviving are a daughter, Dina (Michael) Manci, Glenburn; a granddaughter, Lucy Manci, Glenburn; cousins; and many friends who were like family to him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Angelo and Lucy Brozzetti; and a son, James Angelo Brozzetti.
The family would like to thank Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their support these past few months.
A service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home Inc., 318 E. Drinker St., Dunmore. Inurnment, Italian-American Cemetery, South Scranton.
Friends may call on Wednesday morning at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the James Brozzetti Memorial Scholarship Foundation at 102 E. Drinker St., Dunmore, PA 18512; or Peckville Assembly of God, 3364 Scranton Carbondale Highway, Blakely, PA 18447.
To leave an online condolence, please visit www.DunmoreFuneralHome.com.
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Joe Pivovarnik
April 27, 2022
Please accept my most sincere condolences.. Tomatoes and I played alot of ball together... get teammate...
John H Spangler
April 26, 2022
Jimmy, RIP my friend. I'll miss visiting with you when I return to Dunmore and I'll miss your inside info on the Yankees. God bless you!
MurrayBauer
April 26, 2022
Jimmy you were the best !! most giving caring person I´ve ever known
As executive Director of The Roy White Foundation we thank you for the years of support, caring and Love
Unfortunately Roy´s in the hospital but you know how much he respected and loved you !!! The greatest Yankees fan ever !!the foundations Humanitarian award will always honor your son !!! We will honor you always " the likes of you may never pass this way again"
April 25, 2022
pepe here god bless rip
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Suzanne & Jim Kilcullen; Dunmore, PA.
April 25, 2022
To the Brozzetti Family: It was a shock to hear of Jimmy's passing. We met Jimmy at a PNC Field Red Barons Booster Club, the new Travel Club Meeting. Jimmy brought many NY Yankee stars to PNC Field for Meet, Greet & Photos. Jimmy was in his element when he was at the ball game. You will be missed. May God hold you in the palm of His hand, along with your son James Angelo, until you meet the rest of your family & friends again. Rest in peace.
Suzanne & Jim Kilcullen; Dunmore, PA.
April 25, 2022
Brozzetti Family: It was a shock to hear of Jimmy's passing. He spoke at one of our AAA Red Barons Booster Club; currently Travel Club Meetings. Jimmy brought many NY Yankee stars to PNC Field for meet & greet, pictures, etc. & was in his element, when he was at the ballpark. May God hold Jimmy in the palm of His hand, along with his son James Angelo, until he meets his family & friends again. He will be missed. Rest in peace Jimmy.
Frank and Moira Traino
April 25, 2022
I can say Jimmy was one of my best friends and I am truly sorry to see him go. We chopped up a few golf courses in South Florida and I will miss you and hope to see you again some day in that great golf course in the sky.
Bob and Jane Lussi
April 25, 2022
So sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing.
Darlene Meskey
April 25, 2022
My heart is broken to hear this news. Jimmie held a very special place in my heart my whole life. What a wonderful guy. Love to his family and may he Rest In Peace.
Jeff Sileo
April 25, 2022
Brozzetti family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
There was not a kinder and more generous person on the planet than Jim Brozzetti.
RIP my friend.
pepe
April 25, 2022
love you bro ripgod bless
Linda Yantorn
April 25, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always. RIP my friend and fly high with my Johnny in Heaven. Together & forever always friends...Love you Jim <3
The Mav
April 25, 2022
Jim was one heck of a guy. He helped over the years when I had machines. Very friendly and judt fun to talk too.
Very sad to read that he has passed on.
Prayers for his family!!!
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