James Norris Brady

I’ve known James since 07-08? Met him in “the basement.” Every time I went over to Glen and Joe’s to hang out , if he wasn’t already there, he’d show up shortly thereafter. From band practice to just hanging out, it was like “That 70’s Show,” only in modern times. James used to remind me of Anthony Kedis from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, with his long hair. One day, he asked me to cut it SHORT. I wasn’t certain he would like it, but I agreed. At 4’11, I needed a chair of a certain height in order to reach his head …. Someone found the wheelchair, which was the perfect height, and I had James in the wheelchair doing wheelies in the corner with Joe while I was cutting hair. Those two made me laugh until my eyes teared up. So the first time I cut his hair, was in the wheelchair in their basement. To my surprise, he kept it short and he liked it. Whenever I went to cut hair from then on, it was in the wheelchair. James was there on the nights where everyone just migrated to Glen and Joe’s, because that was the place to be. He was a staple there, and he was a great person to speak with if you had an issue that required an unbiased opinion. As time went by, I went down a different road than the boys did, but eventually I found my way back. The day James got married, he came into my work and I cut his hair. I was so happy for him. I was also thinking about how far we all had come from those days in the basement to becoming husbands and wives, mothers and fathers, starting families of our own. This is something I never thought would happen, because James was such a good person and a good friend just getting into the groove of family life. Sometimes we take for granted that our “people” will be around later and we don’t show them appreciation in the moments we should. I wish I could go back in time and tell him how much I appreciated having him around, the laughter he helped create and the unique perspective he had on anything and everything that came up in conversation. James was an awesome human being and he loved his family, especially his baby girl. I feel blessed to have known James for as long as I have, as do the rest of his friends. He will be greatly missed. 

Have known James for a year and a half or so,,, he had moved into the home where I live,,, I can honestly say James was truly a good guy who cared deeply about his daughter,,,I used to compliment him on how well he was doing when it came to her. I would end up telling him to keep doing what you’re doing and down the road you will always have a daughter who deeply loves you. I was at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore having just had Esophageal Cancer surgery when I heard about this,,,I couldn’t believe it. James we all love and miss you,,,,Rip brother….

We are so sorry to hear about James. Our deepest sympathies to John and Laura. We will keep you in our prayers.

I remember James when he was a little boy at the Bayside Forest community pool. As his obituary says he loved the water even back then. I can remember him playing with our kids. He was full of energy. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers and deepest condolences to Laura, John and family.  ❤️

I remember the last time I saw him. Was a a festival at Ann Marie Gardens. He was with his parents and beautiful daughter. He was very upbeat and happy. He was very nice to me. I will miss him. Dear Laura, I pray you feel God’s comfort and love 

James loved his daughter deeply but like most of us he had his struggles. He was trying to turn his life around and be their for her. Dawn and I send our deepest sympathy for Laura and Johnny and Little Addy and promise to keep you all in our prayers. Rest easy James you will not be forgotten.

I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine what you guys are going through during this difficult time. Just know God will walk with you guys during this time 

You will be greatly and deeply missed James, I know of your Mom and Dad’s great love and care for you and how over the moon they were to become Grandparents, I love seeing the facebook photos and pray many more to come.

My deepest sympathies to you and yours Laura and Johnny.

Mary Paroby Reynolds (Grace’s Sister)

We’ve know James for many years and always enjoyed spending time with him. James was a listener but could make a group laugh with little effort. His love for his daughter could be heard in his voice and seen on his handsome face. James was also his parents biggest fan.  He loved to spend time with the family. James will be missed. Praying for Laura, Johnny, and his adorable daughter.