OBITUARY
James Arlin Brown
September 16, 1946 – January 8, 2021
James Arlin Brown, a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado went to be with our Lord and Savior on January 08, 2021, at the age of 74.
James is survived by his son Jeffery Brown, daughter-in-law Lindsay Brown, grandchildren Avery Cegielski, and Taylor Brown; Sister Carol Johnson, brother Mark Brown and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Wayne and Dorothy Brown, Sister Janet Rausch, brother-in-law Johnny Johnson, and Niece Shaelly Rausch.
James was born in Le Mars, Iowa on September 16, 1946, to Wayne and Dorothy Brown. He attended Westmar College in Le Mars, Iowa, and then went on to serve in the US Army. He spent time in Panama and finished his military service at the Fort Carson base in Colorado. James then pursued a career in the dairy business. He worked for Sinton for over 30 years. After retiring from the Dairy, James worked at Bass Pro Shop. He loved his retirement job at Bass Pro and gained an additional family amongst all of his coworkers. James also had many hobbies to include golfing, boating, camping, and just spending time with family. James had an infectious smile and a laugh that carried for miles. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him!
A visitation is scheduled from 4-7pm on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at the Mountain View Mortuary located at 2350 Montebello Square Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80918.
The funeral will take place at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Woodmen Valley Chapel Woodmen Heights located at 8292 Woodmen Valley View #5093, Colorado Springs, CO 80908.
Services
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Visitation
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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Funeral Service
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Memories
James Arlin Brown
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ADD A MEMORYNicky Angello
January 20, 2021
Jimbo was one of my favorite coworkers at Bass Pro Shops. He was a kind man with a wonderful sense of humor. His loved ones are in my prayers and I’ll always keep fond memories of him in my heart. Rest In Peace, Jimbo.
DeEtte Silk Brasfield
January 20, 2021
My sympathy goes out to the Brown family. I was Jan’s roommate at Westmar so I got to know Jim , Carol, and Mark. Such good people and fun to be with. I am sure this is a huge loss for the family. Prayers for all of you.
Karen Stroup
January 20, 2021
I am so very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I enjoyed working with him at Oak Farms Dairy. All of us at the Dairy became great friends! My best to Jeff & family. Karen & Doyle Stroup
Lawrence Turner
January 20, 2021
James Arlin Brown (Jim) was always a joy to be around with his infectious smile and laugh that made everyone around him laugh and smile. I have very pleasant memories of being around him. We loved to play golf and we would always try to make each other laugh. The first time I met Jim was at Antlers Creek Golf Course. I vividly remember this one golf hole when he drove it past every one, and I mentioned that he did not put half his a.. into that swing he put his whole a.. into that swing. He turned and looked at me with tears in his eyes from laughing so hard. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Love you Jim.
Ruth Lockwood
January 18, 2021
My memory of Jim will always be in my heart. As a co-worker and friend, we always made each other laugh. He will never be forgotten and I will miss him dearly.
Matt Hyde
January 16, 2021
Jim had a knack in speaking to anyone who would come into a room with a smile on his face and make them feel welcome. I won’t forget working Black Friday night with him, we had a blast!
Patty Kirkwood
January 16, 2021
I met Jim when I was 19 years old working at Oak Farms Dairy in the 1980's. We had so much fun playing our softball games and going on our lake trips with our coworkers. Work and play with Jim around was always full of laughter. Such a wonderful soul who made this world a better place for all who had the honor to know him. I will miss him dearly ❤
Diane McGranahan
January 16, 2021
Gone much too soon!! Many great memories of Jim! As everyone has said he was a joy to be around and made everyone laugh! (Snakebite) is fondly remembered by our daughters Melissa and Megan. When they were young he would always joke with them & give snakebites. Hence the name for their Uncle "Snakebite". We remember Jim as a wonderful friend who was energetic, a jokester, and always there if you needed him. So glad we got to see him at the All Class Reunion in LeMars. Our sympathy & love to Jeff, Lindsay, Avery, Taylor, Carol and Mark and their families. RIP Jim, we will miss you!
Pat & Diane McGranahan, Melissa & Megan
Joan Klein
January 16, 2021
Jim was my brother in law. I have many fond memories of him. When he would come back to LeMars, IA, he would always stop and see me at HyVee. He would stand in front of the bakery with a grin on his face until I looked up from what I was doing. I was always happy and surprised to see him and gave him a hug. You will be missed, Jim. God Bless You!
Linda Christensen. (Pearson)
January 15, 2021
My memories of Jim go back to the 60's. His sister, Carol, was my high school buddy. A best friend. The Brown family, was a second family! They were a close family, with great family love, and laughter filled that house in Burnsville. Dorothy and Wayne were very involved in their children's lives. They welcomed all the friends into their home with open arms. What I remember most was the laughter, the warmth, the smiles, the meals and the feeling of always being welcomed. I could hang for days at the Browns'. Lots of activity in those teenage years with that sweet bunch! And, Dorothy and Wayne loved it. But, they kept track of us too. No wonder, Jim was the person you each describe, because he came from that naturally. He was raised in a home full of love, laughter and pranks. That whole family laughs from down deep in the gut! Wholesome, that is how I'll describe them!! Jim, you will be missed by many, but I can only imagine the joy and the laughter when you joined again with Jan, Wayne and Dorothy. When it's my time to depart, I'll look forward to seeing you each again, for sure!!!!! The warmth in my heart surrounds you as you feel this loss of a dear brother. Hugs to each of you. Linda Lou
Jim Worthey
January 15, 2021
I worked with Jim at the dairy for many years. I made a point to go to his office and visit if you had a rough day he could always bring a smile to your face. I always looked for him at BPS. He will be missed
Janice Brown
January 15, 2021
James Arlin Brown you would be so proud of Jeff, Lindsay and family. I have so many fond memories of you and the Brown Family. They are my friends. I remember when my Dad passed away Wayne and Dorothy were the first people in the pew at St. Catherine's. The very Best in Our Life together is our Wonderful Son. Jeffrey "James" Brown. He is remarkable! RIP James Brown and Duke too..
XOXO Jan Brown
Christina Johnson
January 15, 2021
Uncle Jim was a steady presence in our lives growing up, and I am thankful for that. I will always remember the jokes and laughter, Thanksgivings when he always helped put up the Christmas lights, and summers when he would drive the camper back to Iowa; especially the time when I scared the heck out of him by getting a trucker to pull his airhorn next to the camper. He laughed telling the story later of course. He took me to my first Broncos game as a teen, and finally got me to understand football :) He loved life, and was loved by many. I will sorely miss him.
-Christina Johnson
Jay Schmidt
January 15, 2021
It was fun to work with Jim at BPS for 7 years. When I would start my shift, I always looked for him to trade funny stories. We joked about living together in the “Old Folks Home.” I am older, but we still made fun of each other’s ages.
Rest in peace, Jim. We will meet again — if I change my evil ways.
David Rausch
January 15, 2021
Jim was always the BEST story teller and I remember sitting and listening to him. The laughter would fill the room. The Brown boys (Jim and Mark) have had a knack for always keeping things interesting with pranks and antics and you always have to be on guard:)
Jim was a person who always made you feel comfortable and he had an ability to relate with people. My Prayers go out to our entire family:
PHILIPPIANS 4:7. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Here is a picture of a trip we took to New York several years ago. I will never forget being Jim's roommate!!!
CAROL JOHNSON
January 14, 2021
Jim's heart was always in two places, Colorado, and his roots in the midwest. The Brown kids, who lived in the pink house, knew we were truly blessed to have been raised in such a special place as LeMars, Iowa. No matter where we were in the world Jim, Jan, Carol and Mark would meet for a week in LeMars and enjoy time with our parents, cousins and friends. Jim loved golfing with cousins, lunch at Bob's and would recall all of those fabulous school days, Homecoming, The Snow Ball, Prom and everything in between. Laughter was at the core of Every conversation. Uncle Jim will be terribly missed by his family, siblings, nieces and nephews. He deputized them at a young age and they loved all the Shenanigans! Not to mention, joined in! Jim's joyous laughter and unbelievable stories will live on in each of us.
Brother Jim, your life graced the world!
Your Greatest Fan
Your Sister Carol
Andrea Andersen
January 14, 2021
You were the only person that ever gave me an actual nickname. I’m so heartbroken that I didn’t get in to Bass Pro to see you. I miss the lake days, we had so much fun! You helped me through a lot when I was a young unruly teen who didn’t see eye to eye with her dad. I could always count on your hugs, smile and laughter to change any attitude. Love ya Jim!
~Andretti
Diane & Larry Jrnsen
January 14, 2021
Jim, you were always there with laughter, and a remark to make us laugh. Being, Jan’s best friend meant also being your friend.
Wherever Jan was, you weren’t far away. Rides to games, to Ben’s Dairy Queen, and to Burnsville to the family home, wow we shared so many great times! We would scoop the loop in LeMars in your Mustang.I would drive, because Jan didn’t drive a stick, and you would sit low in the back seat, until of course we met up with some other friends —- then the laughter and jokes would begin. Larry met you at Westmar and worked with you at Le Mars Fruit and Grocery. Just 2 years ago we saw you during Ice Cream Days! That was a special day, we started off right where we left off, laughing and remembering old times and missing our friend and your twin sister, Jan. Plans were to see you soon at Bass Pro. “Be sure to stop in and see me!” You would be waiting for our visit! You will be in our hearts forever. Reunited with Jan! RIP
Fran Rausch
January 14, 2021
Jim was the twin brother of my wife Jan who passed away not long ago. He was always happy to visit and talk with me and others. A blessing to everyone who he came in contact with- his kind heart and compassion was very obvious. His easy laugh was easily recognized- not too loud- just right in all circumstances. I know he will be missed by family, but just think of the gift heaven got when the Lord brought him home.
Bruce Heidenreich
January 14, 2021
I worked with Jim at Sintons and made a point to visit him at BPS. He always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. I will never forget his laugh. He will be missed.
Mark Brown
January 14, 2021
My Brother Jim was a special person who I who I will have in my heart forever. I could call him with the weight of the world on my shoulders and at the end of the call we would be laughing and my troubles would be gone. He loved his cars and talked about them often. I think his favorite was a 1969 Chevelle SS 396 with a 4 on the floor. No matter what make or model, he kept his cars in good running order and made sure they were clean on the outside and inside. Along with the people in the Oit that he loved were his dogs: Spooky, Fred, Heidi and Liberty. We had plans to golf the Sand Hills Golf Course in Mullen, Nebraska this summer. I will try to make good to keep that date with who ever wants to join me and we will dedicate to you! I know all the members of my family who you used to go back and forth with will miss you like crazy.
Rest in Peace Brother!
Love you to the end.
Mark, Christina, Myla, Mara and Roxy, the Sioux Falls Browns
Niko Baker
January 13, 2021
Jim truly had one of the best personalities of anyone I've ever met. He had a sense for knowing when people needed cheering up and a knack for doing so, whether by telling a joke, just having a conversation, or occasionally telling me to "cheer up before I give you a reason to be sad" on the few days where I definitely needed to hear that. I knew him for about two years and in all that time I’m not sure if I ever saw someone talk to him then walk away without a smile on their face. He was a great guy and he will be missed.
Patrick Smith
January 13, 2021
It is so hard to believe Jim is no longer with us. I had the pleasure of knowing Jim for over 2 years. Jim was always there with a smile, a joke, advice, or a snarky comment just when you never thought you needed it. No matter how the day was going, he could pick up my spirits no matter what mood I was in. Jim was truly someone to look up to. You were an absolute treasure to this earth my friend. You will be missed, but now you are truly at Home. Fly high and let those wings soar. You certainly earned them.
Jan Fredell
January 13, 2021
Jim was one of the nicest guys at Bass Pro. He was always joking with me and loved when I would bring in my dog, Gypsy. He made working there a joy and will be missed! This is truly sad. May he rest in peace- God Speed my friend.
Holger Frank
January 13, 2021
I met Jim in 1980. We worked together for over 30 years. So sorry to hear about his passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Donna Brunken Kniffen
January 13, 2021
Jim was always one of the “good guys” in my book. He was a special friend to many as he went through life—friendly, fun loving, generous and loyal to those he loved. His friendship was one of the most important in my life—from our first date at sixteen to a text the week before he passed away. My heartfelt sympathies to all family members left behind.
Wes Benjamin
January 13, 2021
I loved working with Jim. Even on the busiest days he could bring a smile to the faces of everyone in Customer Service. We used to go back and forth during the holidays when we got an insane amount of apparel returns and he came to collect them and would say "Now Wes, I told you to turn these people away, they aren't allowed to return anything else from my department." and I would respond with some sort of snarky remark. He will be dearly missed.
Bailie Lange
January 13, 2021
Jim was one of my absolute favorite people on this planet ❤ We worked together at BPS for the 3 years when I was there and I always made a point to find him while I was working to have a good conversation with him or to eat lunch together. I somehow managed to get him hooked on instant mash potatoes after I brought some for lunch one day. He would even "race" me home because we lived in the same community, though I would always let him win. Even after I left BPS to become a veterinary technician, my sister and I still made a point to come back and talk to Jim and make sure he was doing okay. He even loved the masks we made him. ❤ I love you so much Jimbo! You and your stories will be so very missed! ❤
Caitlin Miller
January 13, 2021
I remember when I started at BPS, Jim was always so nice and helpful. We always had a special way of getting each other's attention. Jim always loved to see my strange "dogs" (they were cats) when they came in with me. My family and I will always remember and miss you Jim.
Love you Jim.
Caitlin and the "dogs"
Sarah Hansen
January 13, 2021
My best memory with Jimbo was when we use to sneak around trying to scare each other. Then he would always say, "Why don't we call it even buddy?" Of course we never did. He made me smile and laugh when I was having a hard day. He was an adopt grandfather to me and I loved him very much. Without him I know a piece of my heart is missing. All my love and prayers to his family.
Sharon Fruck
January 13, 2021
My heart is heavy knowing I’ll never see or talk to Jim again. Gosh so many memories since I met Jim in 2013 while we were working to open BPS. He always had a story to tell and a smile for all, he was friends with everyone whether old or young. Someone was always asking “Is Jim working today” just so they could say hi. The world lost a great man and I will truly miss him and his smile.
Love you Jim,
Sharon