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Gerald "Brogie" "Jerry" Martin Brogden

12/02/1942 - 02/14/2025

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Obituary For Gerald "Brogie" "Jerry" Martin Brogden

Gerald Martin “Brogie” “Jerry” Brogden

December 2, 1942-February 14, 2025

Gerald Martin “Brogie” “Jerry” Brogden, 82, Johnstown, loving husband, father and grandfather, peacefully passed away at his residence, Friday evening with his family by his side. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late William and Margaret (Jones-Henry) Brogden.

Jerry married Beverly Miles on January 6, 1966 and together, they had five children: Edward Tilson, who preceded him in death, surviving are, Christine Gates (Andrew) of Stephens City, VA, Barbara Yon (Joseph) of Johnstown, Debra Haver (Michael) of Pittsburgh and Andrew Brogden of Rockville, MD; 10 grandchildren: Michael, David, AJ, Cassidy, Bailey, Ryan, Rachel, Bradey, Caleb, and Eli; and his three sisters: Patricia Frederick, Kathleen Barnicle and Barbara Johnson all of Altoona.

He was a 1960 graduate of Altoona High School and had worked for Altoona Manufacturing until he began his own men’s clothing business in the early ‘70’s. Jerry moved Brogies Men’s Clothing Store to Johnstown in 1975 and had a successful business for 40 years.

Jerry was a member of St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, Johnstown and the Knights of Columbus.

He was a die-hard ‘Seinfeld’ fan and he loved listening to the Eagles, the Bee Gees and Andrea Bocelli. Jerry could bring a smile to anyone’s face and had a heart of gold. He loved to read and enjoyed cars. Most of all, Jerry loved spending time with his loving family, which was everything to him, he loved their beach and amusement park vacations and family dinners together.

Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are provided by The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602.

Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 02/25/2025

    Swift

    Debbie and family, Deepest sympathy at the passing of your father and grandfather. Our prayers for comfort and sweet memories are with you. Suzanne and Wayne Swift and Matthew

  • 02/24/2025

    Hugh Conrad

    I will never forget Jerry. In the 1970s in my early years of working, a friend told me of a great place to buy suits. He said it was in Dale, and from then until I retired in 2014, I must have bought 40 suits and coats and ties and pants from Jerry. He was a class act, a consummate businessman, but most of all a great guy who loved his family first and foremost. My condolences to all of the family. Hugh Conrad, hughconrad52@aol.com

  • 02/22/2025

    Wendy Mikolich

    Sending many thoughts to the Brogden family today as Jerry will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and person all around. Wendy and family

  • 02/20/2025

    Johnny Marshall

    My dad and I have a closet full of suits we purchased at Brogie's. We sure will miss Jerry. Such a nice man and always an enjoyable time being in his store. Our prayers go out to the all of you. Johnny & Bill

  • 02/19/2025

    Tom and Karla Harkins

    To the Brogden family. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We're thinking of you and praying for comfort and healing. Sending love hugs and prayers. The Harkins family

  • 02/19/2025

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  • 02/19/2025

    Gregory Iacovetti

    Barb and I are sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Your family was always so gracious when we came to Altoona to visit. I will miss the phone conversations we had in later years. I will always remember how proud Jerry was of his family and how much he loved all of you. Jerry was one of the best friends anyone could have and Barb and I will miss him dearly. God bless your family in these difficult times, Greg and Barb Iacovetti and Family Westbrook, CT

  • 02/19/2025

    Beth (Hoover) Harris

    My sympathies to your family for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. - Beth (Hoover) Harris

  • 02/19/2025

    Bridget Myers

    Barbie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is one of the hardest things to do. Bridget Myers

  • 02/19/2025

    Frank Ardizzone

    It's been quite a while since I had the opportunity to be in Johnstown since I've been retired from Sam's Club for 15 years to be able to stop at Brogie s and talk to a really great guy, he will be missed. Frank Ardizzone

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    Patricia Frederick sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Gerald "Brogie" "Jerry" Martin Brogden - 02/21/2025

    All of our love, prayers & sympathies. God abundantly bless & comfort the Brogden Family, From The Frederick Family

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