Henry Charles Broom

Birth date: Dec 13, 1916 Death date: Jan 21, 2005

Hank passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord on January 21st at the age of 88, surrounded by his loving family. He died of lung complications after a very short stay at the hospital. He is survived by his beloved wife of Read Obituary

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Anonymous

1081w ago

Dear Marilyn, I think of you and Hank whenever I drive past the USGS building here in Menlo Park. It seems like just yesterday that Hank was mixing gin and tonics for those strange ladies who showed up to my mom's 60th birthday, though it seems more like a hundred years ago that Kristy, Todd and I played in the attic on Thanksgiving, and we all caravanned to Minnesota. We're so lucky to have a close extended family, and we've had so many meaningful times together with you smiling and Hank grinning in the middle of it all. My thoughts have been with all of you. Hank's memory is a blessing.##imported-begin##Lisa Whitmore##imported-end##

Anonymous

1082w ago

Mrs. Broom, Jeff, and Marcia... I just learned of Mr. Broom's passing after a chance meeting with Jeff last night at Stanley and Seaforts Restaurant. I was out of town in Fountain Hills and Scottsdale, Arizona the last half of January and didn't know of your loss. Mr. Broom was always someone I looked up to growing up, and enjoyed his teasing. As my father passed away in 79, I know that he is in my thoughts every day, as your husband and father will be in yours. Mr. Broom was truely a special person, and I will cherish the fond memories. My prayers to all of you in this time of sadness. Fred Moisio##imported-begin##Fred Moisio##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Hank was a dear friend, as well as a "Survey colleague". We'll miss seeing him at the bridge table, and at the annual Survey picnic. Our condolences to Marilyn and all of the family. Don and Jessie##imported-begin##Don and Jessie Richardson##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

I am a friend of Jeff & Debbie. I am so very sorry about your loss. Your husband was a wonderful man who left a powerful and beautiful legacy. I pray that you will be comforted during this difficult time.##imported-begin##Janna Slaback##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Hank was always warm and welcoming to me everytime that we met. Joel talked so highly of his grandfather and I felt that upon every meeting with him. He was truly loved by his family and friends.##imported-begin##Rachel Hile##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Many condolences and prayers go out to you as you deal with this very sad time in your life. Your family filled my early years with many good memories. May you retain all of your wonderful memories of your husband, father and grandfather as time passes, and the pain subsides. Losing someone in your immediate family isn't easy, but your deep love for one another will prove important in the coming months and years. My best!##imported-begin##Shelley Nordlund##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Dear Mrs. B, I cannot adequately express to you how much Mr. B and you have meant to me for the last 50 years. Thank you so much for including me in your trips to the cabin and making me feel like one of the family. I will remember, with a smile on my face, all the times Hank would tease me with a very straight face. In turn, I liked to tease him on the Fourth of July about not using enough wet wood because the fire wasn't smoking like it should. I remember when Susan and I got engaged and she met Mr. B for the first time, he asked her, "Why do want to marry this character?" When we got married, I was so pleased that you made her feel like part of your family, also. I will miss Hank, as you will, but I will never forget all the good times I have had as part of his family. God bless you and keep you securely in His arms.##imported-begin##Kenny and Susan Boucher##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Dear Marilyn and family,
Though it feels like I'm many miles away in this sad time, know that my thoughts and heart are right there with you. As you wait for the day you will again be with Hank, know that everyday he lives on in you, in all of us. We will miss him! I will especially miss his great sense of humor and his wonderful, loving smile that always greeted me and made me feel a special part of the family.##imported-begin##Kristy Whitmore##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

I am so sorry about your loss. Losing a loved one is such a hard thing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace in this time of pain and the will to go on.##imported-begin##Rick & Janet Hermann##imported-end##

Anonymous

1084w ago

Hank you may have just been a neighbor but you were more like a beloved relative. We will miss you very much. You were always willing to help or share your wisdom and advice. You will always be a great man in our eyes and to those lucky enough to have known you. One day we will all be together again.##imported-begin##Richard & Val Haskins##imported-end##

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