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James Broderick Obituary

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JAMES H. BRODERICK James H. Broderick, 72 years old, of West Palm Beach, FL, died at his home on Wednesday, June 24, 2009. Born in Yonkers, NY, Mr. Broderick had a promising athletic future until he contracted Polio in 1954. He graduated from the University of Miami, Class of 1961 and enjoyed being a member of the Hurricane Boosters Club. Mr. Broderick subsequently moved to West Palm Beach, and in spite of his physical challenges, loved sports, coaching baseball, and raising his family. He worked as a Stock Broker in Palm Beach for over 40 years; and was instrumental in establishing the Minor League Baseball Division at Phipps Park. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lesley Broderick of West Palm Beach, FL; three children, Terry Broderick and his wife, Patti of Leesburg, VA; Danny Broderick and his wife, Marie of Fayetteville, GA, and Colleen Broderick of Los Angeles, CA; eight grandchildren, Tiffani, Chris, Bryan, David and Christina, and Ashley, Caroline, and Jacqueline; a brother, James Almy and a sister, Noel Almy, both of Atlanta, GA. A Memorial Service in celebration of Mr. Broderick's life will be held at 6:30 PM on Friday, June 26, 2009 at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, from 5:00 PM until the time of Service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407. Quattlebaum Funeral & Cremation Services Family Owned and Operated (561) 832-5171 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Jun. 25 to Jun. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for James Broderick

Sponsored by Colleen Broderick.

21 Entries

Robin Jolly - McMillan

July 16, 2009

Terry, Danny & Colleen - Not many men deserve the amount of respect your dad earned in his lifetime - what a remarkable individual! Look at yourselves and each other and know that you are all his best accomplishments. He contributed so much, in so many ways, to so many people. I'm thinking of all of you and your mom and your families with much love.

Guy Quattlebaum

June 29, 2009

Danny,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have great memories of playing for and against your Dad, the coach. The trio of Broderick, Rott and McGann always come to mind. While I am now in the stage of my life coaching my kids out at Phipps Park, the history and memories of those old days always come to the discussion and your Dad is always at the top of the conversation. Always with admiration and respect.

Be well and as always, please call on us if you need anything.

Fondly,

Guy and Amy

Sheryl Donaway Rogers

June 28, 2009

Leslie, Terry, Danny and Colleen:

There are no words to describe the sadness I feel with the loss of Jim. I have literally known him my entire life and every memory of him makes me smile. I enjoyed so many conversations with him, whether they were deep in content, or light in view. Wonderful and funny Thanksgiving dinners at your home and watching football games vividly come to mind when I think of Jim.

He inspired me every day with his determination, and helped me laugh through difficult times. You have all always been family to me and Mom, and I feel so blessed my husband and daughters were able to know him.

Although I send my prayers, love and hugs from far away, I hold you all, and Jim, close in my heart.

With love and sympathy,

Sheryl, Mike, Alexandra and Nicolette

Marshall Minor

June 28, 2009

I knew Jim as a H.S. classmate.I, along with everyone else, viewed him as a 'superstar', a BMOC. However, my thoughts of Jim over the years were not so much of the H.S. 'star', but of the caring,warm remarkable, person I had met.

June 28, 2009

We have known Jim for about 40 years. It began as a business relationship, but he became a dear and valued friend over these years. We greatly admired him, such an unusually brave man. We will miss him. Our deepest sympathy to Leslie and the family.

Dean & Ilse Luce
Highland Beach, Fl

Donna Waugh Campbell

June 28, 2009

My memories go way back to the early 50s - we called him Jim "B" then - he was the star of our basketball, baseball and football teams in 9th grade and was moving up into the varsity lineup the following year - most of us spent our summers between our junior and senior year inside - the threat of polio was very real and when Jim contracted it, we were all devastated...we dedicated our yearbook to Jim that year with the following words "Nothing he has ever attempted has beaten him - he beats it." I remember visiting him while he was in the iron lung, never knowing if he'd get out but, as we all know, he did but the chair stayed with him. I can see from all the letters from friends who knew him after college and into his family years and financial career, that he continued on that path. No surprise here. Jim was one of a kind and I know that he's out there playing ball again and he's better than ever! Sending love to Lesley (whom I did meet a few times)and to the "kids" whom I never did meet but of whom I was shown pictures very proudly...I know you'll miss him but have no doubt his coaching will go on through all of you through all you learned from him...

Amy Carroll

June 28, 2009

Dear Colleen and Family,
I'm shedding tears but smiling at the same time remembering what a wonderful person your dad was, and what a great father he was to you. Much much love to your family.

Zoe and Bill

June 27, 2009

Leslie,
Every time we pass you on Olive, we think of you. We miss you as good neighbors and seeing you often. You are in our prayers.

Jimmy Adams

June 27, 2009

Mrs Broderick,Terry, Danny & Coleen:

I have such fond memories of your Dad at the ballpark. He was a great influence on many kids life and I will never forget him.

May God Bless You All!

Lenny Fox

June 26, 2009

I am so, so sorry to hear of your loss. Your father was a great person. He never directly coached me, but he gave me several pointers so i could improve my game and to be a better person. My condolences to you all.

June 26, 2009

Leslie & Family
Very sad and shocked to hear of Jim's passsing. We all certainly had some great times, Christmas parties, and all. I enjoyed working with him for all those years in Palm Beach.
Our love,
Fred & Judie Bott

Sylvia Raftery

June 26, 2009

Dear Leslie and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss of Jim. He certainly was a man to be admired. I remember meeting you both at Bill Ball's home. We would get together to watch the football games on Saturday in the 1980's, along with Jack Kiesel and Marshall Rinker Jr. We certainly had lots of discussions and happy memories. I know you will miss him but know too, that he is enjoying his rewarding heaven now. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Paula Tighe

June 26, 2009

Terry, Danny and Colleen,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad passing. He was was a very special man and an inspiration to me as a kid. I will never forget him at the baseball games at Phipps Park, you can't think of those games, and not think of your Dad, or talking to him whenever I was at your house. West Palm Beach won't be the same without him. My thoughts are with all of you and all of your family.

With love, Paula

Gerald Quattlebaum

June 25, 2009

Danny,

I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I will always remember him from his coaching days. Even though he was confined to his chair, it never limited his ability to teach and mentor the young men he coached. More important than baseball, he was teaching life lessons, and doing it by example. As a father (and sometimes coach) I have a tremendous amount of respect for what your dad accomplished in his life. You must be filled with pride!

Give Marie and the girls a hug from us. Your dad and your family are in our prayers.

Gerald & Lori

Susan Thornton

June 25, 2009

What a wonderful man. I get a warm feeling remembering all the philisophical and political discussion we had with him when we were teenagers. He must have shook his head and laughed at our young perspective on things. There will never be another like him, but Danny and Terry you come close! The wonderful memories will sustain you and your families until you see him again. With love, Mike and Susan Thornton

Wendy Robinson Fernsell

June 25, 2009

Danny and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you and sending you all our deepest sympathy.
Wendy and Charles Fernsell,
Kendall, Hadley and Layton

Dale Sell

June 25, 2009

Dear Leslie, So sorry to hear the news about Jim. God, may he rest in Peace. How wonderful his family was around him and you. God bless you all.
Dale Sell

Susan Thornton

June 25, 2009

I have lost a wonderful friend and financial advisor today and I will miss him very much.

Muriel L. Ainsworth (West Palm Beach, FL)

Bill and Dale Bandel

June 25, 2009

How will we remember Jim after more than 30 years of friendship......Everyone has seen the Peanuts comic strip with Lucy manning the counseling booth. "The doctor is in....5 cents"
Jim never charged a penny but boy was he good at giving us all the right kind of counseling. Whether it was advice about our new born children, our toddler children, our adolescent children, our latest aches and pains, our heartaches, or just our complaints; Jim was always there with wise and thoughtful words. Not only did he lend an ear, he carefully guided us through our lives for which we are forever grateful. He will be missed by those of us left behind for his twinkling blue eyes, great sense of humor and everlasting friendship. We love you, Jim.

Mark Jones

June 25, 2009

Danny,

I know how close you were to your dad. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed the time I spent around him. God bless you and your family.

Mark & Daniela

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