John James (Jim) Brazil, 74, Rochester, passed away at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, surrounded by his family at his residence.

He was born on June 25, 1947, in Detroit, Mich., to James and Helen (Chmelarsky) Brazil. He met the love of his life, Janet Irene Jayne, and married Oct. 9, 1971, and shared 50 years of life adventures together.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents: James and Helen Brazil; and sisters: Jackie Sherman and Judy Bosley. He is survived by his wife:  Janet Brazil, Rochester; son: Brian and Elsy-Rose Brazil, Lorton, Va.; daughter: Wendy and Matt Reinartz, Rochester; and four grandchildren. He was known as Uncle Jimmy to all his nephews and nieces – they thought he was the best uncle.

Arrangements are with Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester.