James Alan Brown

Waukee

James A. Brown, 63 went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 11, 2013 due to his battle with gastric cancer. A celebration of life will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Westview Church in Waukee with a visitation one hour prior to the service.

Jim was born on July 21, 1949 in Syracuse, New York to Francis and Shirley Brown. He was employed at Hanger Orthotics & Prosthetics as a Practitioner and Branch Manager. He had been in the field of O & P since 1968 and was very dedicated to his patients. He was also a classic car enthusiast and a member of the Iowa Studebaker Club. His passion for faith, family and friends was an inspiration to many. He continued to have a positive attitude throughout his illness.

He is survived by his wife, Tina; their sons, Christopher and Kevin (Connie); grandchildren, Mason & Ella; brothers, Robert (Kathleen) and Joseph; sisters, Rosemary (Kevin) Treacy, Therese Browne and Penny (Robert) Anderson; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Katherine and Maureen; and a brother, Michael.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Westview Church, 1155 SE Boone Dr., Waukee, IA 50263 or HCI Kavanagh Hospice House on 56th St. in Des Moines.