James Charles Brown
August 03, 1961 - September 09, 2009
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James Charles Brown
August 03, 1961 - September 09, 2009
Obituary
James C. Brown of Coto de Caza, CA died suddenly on Wednesday, September 9 while hiking with his wife, Stephanie and family friend, Karen Melanson in Denali National Park AK. He was 48 years old.
Born in Cambridge Massachusetts, Jim graduated from St. Dominic Savio in 1979 and later from U. Mass/Boston in 1985. Jim was a former 1st Lt. in the Marine Corps stationed at the El Toro Marine Base until April 1990. After obtaining his MBA at UC Irvine in 1996, Jim worked at Allergan as a Director for Third Party Manufacturing and Logistics. Jim will be forever remembered as a wonderful husband and son who loved going to the gym, working around the house, and spending time outdoors with his wife and 2 dogs.
Jim is survived by his wife, Stephanie and his parents, Charles and Doris Brown of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
A Memorial Service will be held at O’Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 on Wednesday, September 23rd at 4 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Yellowstone Park Foundation, 222 Main Street, Suite 301, Bozeman MT 59715, www.ypf.org.
74 responses to James Charles Brown
Jeff Maas says:
September 23, 2009
Steph,
I am so very sorry and shocked to hear of Jim passing away. I remember the wonderful time Joanna and I had with you guys on our Hawaii trip as well as all the Holidays and get togethers we shared…
I saw Jim earlier this year when he came to the courthouse for jury duty and we talked for a bit. He was a great guy I’ll miss him!
Please let me know if you need anything at all…
Jeff
Karen Gilbert Bowers says:
September 23, 2009
Aunt Dodo, Uncle Charlie and Stephanie, I have tried so many times since I found out to sit down and write or try and say something to you to try and help with what you are feelings right now, but every time I tried, I would remember all the memories that I had with Jimmy growing up down the street, from not only someone who was my cousin, but one of the sweetest boy, any girl would of loved to know, well I was lucky cause I got both, he was my cousin and was someone I looked up to as my big brother, and I truely felt that Jimmy was a big part of my childhood, if I could of spent every minute with him I would of, many times people would ask if we were brother and sister, and me being younger and a girl thought that was the greatest thing in the world cause he was sweet, caring, loving and so so so cute, when I look back at all the pictures of us and the family get togethers, all I can do is smile, because every single one of those pictures holds a memory that I will never forget, Stephanie, I remember meeting you for the first time, and I remember thinking to myself she is so lucky, she is going to marry Jimmy, and how you must of felt, you where the luckiest girl in the world,I thought and he looked so happy and in love, I remember just watching him with you that you would always keep a smile on his face, and on your wedding day, I remember how he looked at you, like you were his world, and I was so happy for him and so happy for you cause you had found such a special person to start your life with to make memories that would last a life time. I know I am rambling on, I just want you to know that those memories are what you will never loose and hold them close and dear in your heart, and remember that no one can take your memories they are yours and his and you know he will be with you every step of the way to help you and guide you through your toughest days. Auntie Dodo and Uncle Charlie, being a parent now, I can only imagine what you are feeling, but please know, and I hope you feel the love from everyone that Jimmy knew that you raised a amazing boy, that I thought was great 41 years ago, to become a wonderful man, and touch so many lives, because of you. I love you and may Jimmy rest in peace.
Mark Cristiano says:
September 23, 2009
Stephanie and family,
My family and I want to extend our sincerest condolences during this trying time.
Bob and Patty Wagner says:
September 24, 2009
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We personally didn’t know Jim first hand, but had the pleasure to work with him while performing at the Pageant of the Masters. When we worked in Head Piece, Jim would always make his rounds saying hello to all of us with his big smile just before going to costume. Jim will be missed.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Donna Horan says:
September 24, 2009
To the Family of Jim Brown:
I am so deeply saddened by your loss. I have had the pleasure of knowing Jim through the Pageant of the Masters. He was such a kind gentleman-always smiling. He was very excited to be going on this Alaska trip. I’m happy for him that he was doing what he loved.