Jim Bromley

James Lawrence “Jim” Bromley, 88, of Monrovia, was released of living with Alzheimer’s and went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 1, 2025, in Franciscan St. Francis Hospital South Campus, in Indianapolis. He was born on July 14, 1936, in Ogdensburg, New York, to the late Elton Earl and Helen (Lalonde) Bromley. A New York native with a Catholic upbringing, Jim graduated from Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1955. Bravely enlisting to serve his country in the United States Army, Mr. Bromley was stationed overseas in Germany and returned home in 1958. Marrying a younger classmate, Kathryn Ann Chase, on April 26, 1959, the two were blessed to share in a journey that led them through the peaks and valleys of 66 years. A wealth of knowledge, Jim found purpose and fulfillment in pursuing his various passions. A family man above all, Jim was truly a jack of all trades. Delving in the realm of melody and rhythm, he taught himself how to play the fiddle, accordion, and was the bass guitarist for a Northern New York band called the Country Gentlemen. Said to easily engage in conversations, Jim was a man who could get along with just about anyone. His previous affiliations include the Knights of Columbus and the St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Bedford. He was a dedicated machinist for General Motors; hiring on first in Salina and then transferring to Indiana in 1988. The Bromley’s settled into the Hoosier state where they came to purchase a home with beautiful property in Bedford. Taking great pride in keeping up on the property and home, he also enjoyed gardening. With a nurturing hand, Jim oversaw the delicate process of incubating turkeys, ducks, and pheasants. In addition, Jim enjoyed hunting, trapping, and even dabbled in taxidermy for a period of time. Finding a sense of solace floating on the Lake Monroe, Jim was an avid fisherman and the master of his own craft. He was a wonderful role model and a beloved Pop to the grandchildren. A loving legacy that has been genuinely ingrained with each generation to come, Mr. Bromley gained peace from the constraints of Alzheimer’s and may eternal rest surround him forevermore. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Denise Ann Bromley; adopted adult daughter, Denise Ann Bromley; two sisters and one brother. Survivors include his wife and soulmate, Kay Bromley of Monrovia; daughters, Ellen Monaghan (husband, Jody) and Diane Bromley (companion, Robert Kuehner) both of Monrovia; grandchildren, Brittni, Brooke, Kylie, Hannah, Molly, and Matthew; great grandchildren, Owen, Wyatt, Scarlett, Leighton, Hudson, Maddie, and Ellie; with one great great grandson on the way. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia along with Frary Funeral Homes and Cremation Service in Ogdensburg. The Rite of Committal and Military Honors will be conducted in Notre Dame Cemetery in Oswegatchie, New York on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. To share a favorite story, send an online condolence to the family, or light a candle in Jim’s memory visit his tribute page at www.lightmemorial.com (http://www.lightmemorial.com/)

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Jim Bromley

July 14, 1936 - April 1, 2025