James Brown passed away from heart failure at the age of 88. He was a very gentle and kind man who loved to laugh.  Jim was born and raised in Oakland, CA, joined the U.S. Air Force at age 19, then moved to San Jose in 1959 to raise his family with his new bride, Meredith. He and Meredith led a very active social life, playing Bridge and traveling with their friends and family. Jim owned and managed a couple gift shops, including his own Hallmark store. Jim is survived by his children: Greg, Kathleen, Steven, Patricia and Michael, and also his grandchildren: Jake, Kaelinn, Jared, Devin, Christopher, Kristy, Kevin, Zach ad his great-grandson Jackson. He is preceded in death by his wife, Meredith, his parents, Arthur and Mary, his daughter Jeneane, and his grandson Jensen.