James Bass Broff
August 6, 1942 - October 5, 2025

JAMES BASS BROFF: 83, passed away on October 5th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born to Gilbert and Rosella Broff on August 6, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA.

The owner of Broff's Diamonds, James is survived by his sister Barbara Broff Goldman, his daughter, Stacy Walgreen, his son, Jacob Broff, his wife Erica and his grandsons, Mitchell, Sam, and Cooper; and his dear friend, Marc.

Known to most as Jim or Jimmy, he was a simple man-a loving father and a devoted grandfather. A man of few words with a sharp sense of humor, and well-known for his famous "Jim Broff eye roll."

He will be deeply missed by his family and friends

Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 12 Noon and then proceed to West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation for 1 PM graveside services. Contributions may be made to the Persad Center (www.persadcenter.org/new-donation-page) or a charity of donor's choice. www.schugar.com

Condolences

Sorry for your loss.

I greatly enjoyed having dinner with Jim. He was interesting to be with and I enjoyed our many discussions about current events. May his memory be a blessing.

I was deeply saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. He was a loyal son of Perkiomen, serving faithfully for many years as a Trustee, Class Agent, and generous Donor. I will always remember the spirited enthusiasm that greeted me when we first met 27 years ago. Jim’s humor—often paired with that signature “eye roll”—his affection for The New York Times, and above all, his love for his family, will stay with me. How lucky we are to mourn someone whose presence brought such warmth and laughter into our lives.

May his memory be a blessing. From the Caring Committee of Rodef Shalom Congregation