James Bass Broff

BROFF: James Bass Broff, 83, passed away on Oct. 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born to Gilbert and Rosella Broff on Aug. 6, 1942 in Pittsburgh. 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, 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 Ave., Shadyside, on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at 12 noon and then proceed to West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation for 1 p.m. graveside services. Contributions may be made to the Persad Center (persadcenter.org/new-donation-page) or a charity of donor’s choice. schugar.com PJC