April 25, 2019

   I just read in Villanova magazine that Jere passed away. I played football with Jere at Villanova. Overall he was the most physically talented player in the class of 74. During his 4 years he played 4 different positions; wide receiver, safety, linebacker, and running back. He was good at all those positions and never complained about the yearly change in position. He was just always up to the challenge. I lost touch with Jere after my junior year when I mainly focused on academics and getting into medical school.It doesn’t surprise me that he was so successful in his post-football life. We had a really good group of student athletes in those years. Six of us became physicians. Four became lawyers. Four played in the NFL. Many became successful businessmen and community leaders. I am sorry to hear that Jere died so soon after his retirement but he clearly made an impact on the lives of many others.
Michael Lamb MD

April 23, 2019

The news took this long to travel all the way up to Boston…I was fortunate to have played on the Villanova Football Team the same time as Jere…He was a great person and unbelievable athlete….Everyone he met became his friend, not only football players…I remember during the winter months we all played on different intramural basketball teams…when our teams played each other,  Jere was the best player on the court….he was great…didn’t matter which  team won….we always went out for a pizza and a pitcher…He was so much fun…I read the news in the Villanovan today….I am so sad for his family…he was always so upbeat in everything he did…I am so glad that he was my friend….our paths after graduation went different directions…..I will never forget the times I shared with Jere at Villanova…Perfect representative of the good student athletes that attend the University…Rest in Peace 
Dennis D Scannell. VU football Cl.1974

September 10, 2018

Jere was instrumental in the launch of the BoB Conference which will take place in just a few weeks. As I was working on finalizing this year’s event I was reminded of Jere’s mentorship and assistance. He was very generous with his time. In case family and friends did not see this article from CRN, I am sharing it with you to see the amazing impact he had on the tech industry along with the respect his peers and colleagues had for Jere. https://www.crn.com/news/channel-programs/300106731/former-dimension-data-ceo-jere-brown-passes-away-leaving-legacy-of-respect-for-employees-customers.htm

September 01, 2018

Although I did not know Jere personally, I grew up with his younger brother, Jim Brown and have remained close frineds with Jim today.  My sister Holly graduated with Jere at Conestoga Valley High School in 1970.  Sometime during the late 70’s/early 80’s, Jere would call on my my dad (the late Jack B. Stambaugh) who was a purchasing manager for Sperry/New Holland at the time.  Dad would often refer to Jere as a “great salesman”.  My deepest condolences to the entire Brown family.
Doug Stambaugh
San Diego, CA

August 21, 2018

Dear Eve, Kim and family,
My heart is breaking for all of you …living in Connecticut, I don’t always here what’s happening back home.  I just learned of Jere’s passing…I am in disbelief.  I’m so very sorry.
With heartfelt condolences,
DeborahTrout-Kolb

August 02, 2018

Condolences to the Brown family.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.  Psalms 147:3 says God, “heals the broken hearted, and binds up their wounds.”  May God bring you comfort and peace. 

July 29, 2018

Dear Kim, Matt and Tyler,
Our deepest sympathy.  The memories of those we love live in our hearts forever.  We wish you comfort in the days ahead. He loved his boys!  
Nancy and Tony Kurtz

July 28, 2018

Kim,
 
I worked with Jere for 12 years at Inacom…what a wonderful person.  My thoughts and prayers are with you
and your family.
Jeff Roe

July 26, 2018

To Kim & family
My sincerest sympathy — Jere was a great guy 
Rus Orban — former member BCCC

July 26, 2018

Dear Kim and family,  there are no words to express my sadness,  just my heart and mind of what you are going thru.  Jere was a beautiful person inside and out and enjoyed every minute.  It will be a hard road to travel; however, you have all the wonderful memories, photos etc spent with him.  This will keep him alive in you heart and your soul.
 
my deepest condolence,
 
sally mellinger manesis

July 24, 2018

One quick story. We were Skiing in Vermont about 35 years ago. We had a great day on the slopes of Killington. One night we headed out for a few beers. Well around midnight most of the ski bums went back to the Lodge. Not Jere and me. We decided we were still having fun. So we had a few more adult beverages then decided to head back to the lodge. (No cell phones at that time.) So we started to hich hike DOWN the Mountain but it turned out the place we were staying was UP the Mountain. Walt Rowen eventually came out to find us and save us. He succeeded thank goodness. But what I really want to say is ” I never worried about being on a mountain at 1AM in mid January because I was with my friend Jere”. I knew everything would be just fine because I was with my friend J.A.B.   RIP Friend. 

July 24, 2018

Dearest Kim,
 
Thinking of you and your family since we heard the news of the sudden loss of Jere. What a gentleman – and no question, he made a wonderful and lasting mark on folks in all stages of his life and career, including me.  
 
May you continue to be surrounded by your loving friends both at home north and south.
 
Sue Ertl

July 23, 2018

I am so sorry Kim.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patricia Cerjan

July 23, 2018

My deepest sympathies.  Jere was one of the best leaders and a wonderful person.  So sorry to hear the news.  Jeanne Malone

July 22, 2018

My deepest sympathies to your family.  Jere was an incredible leader and a good man and I am proud to have worked under him as head of sales and CEO at Dimension Data.  May you find peace in hearing from all those whose lives he touched.
You are all in my prayers….
Erikka Buico Buracchio
 

July 22, 2018

Dear Kim and Brown Family,
Life is not always fair. I am so, so sad to hear of Jere’s passing. While years have passed since we “hung out” as couples, there are so many great memories of our times with you and Jere. You were so kind to always bring baby gifts as our family grew, and Jere was a wonderful friend to Jim. 
When Chad died, I appreciated when friends shared fond memories of their times with him. One fun memory of Jere was at our respective weddings – watching the great CV buddies dance and Jim always ripping the crotch out of his tux pants on the dance floor. Another – do you remember when we stayed at the hotel in WV on the way to the Bender wedding? 
Having lost my dear Chad suddenly and at a young age, I can relate to the shock and agony of your loss. If I can be of any help or if you need to chat, please reach out to me. Please know you and the family are in my heart and prayers. 
From the heart,
Jerri Helsel Johnson
 

July 22, 2018

The Brown Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this horrible time. I will never forget Jere, one of best people I’ve ever in my life. His legacy will continue to live through you all. Sincerely, jim & Tracy Griffin.

July 22, 2018

Kim and Family,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jere has been an amazing force in our lives begining back at The Office Works. He was always there for anyone who needed help.  A true gentleman –   John & Tammy Alwine

July 22, 2018

Kim and family,
We can’t imagine the sadness you must be feeling from the loss of Jere. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
” Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in you heart.”
Steve and Janet Gallion

July 22, 2018

Dear Kim and family,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Jere. He was my friend and teammate in the Charlotte Hornets and the New York Stars, WFL. It was Jere who nicknamed me “the Eggman”! I’m sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely, Dana Carpenter (#59/#61) and wife Maria

July 22, 2018

Dear Kim and Brown family – Thinking of you all on this most difficult of days. Sending prayers and healing thoughts to you as you lay Jere to rest.  Jere and I were on the executive team together at Dimension Data.  I will always remember him fondly as perpetually positive, team focused, and committed to fun. A life mentor to so many – the wisdom and life lessons he shared will stay with us forever and keep guiding us into the future. All God’s blessings to you – Connie de Lange 

July 21, 2018

Dear Kim, Matt, Tyler and family,
Although we have never met, I feel like I have witnessed  so many of your precious family moments because Jere was so good at documenting and posting those moments on Facebook. He was so obviously proudly in love with all of you. We, and all of our ‘74 friends at Villanova, were excited that FB allowed us to reconnect and share our life experiences even though we were distant geographically. We all enjoyed reconnecting in person at our 40th reunion. We are all devastated by his passing and keep you, his family, in our prayers. 🙏
With deepest sympathy,
Mary Walsh Gerngross 

July 21, 2018

Kim, I’m very saddened to hear of Jere’s passing.  Far too young.  If not for Jere, I would not have my career today.  He mentored me as a young man at Inacom and gave me the inspiration and motivation to become successful.  He was a great leader and role model, but also a friend who always made me and others laugh.  He will be greatly missed.
Charlie Rosenberry

July 21, 2018

Dear Kim and the Brown family
I was a former Villanova player with Jere and on behalf of all of our Team and his Villanova Wildcat family we want to send our deepest sympathy to all of you. I am so glad many of us saw Jere at our last reunion and that he joined us for dinner that Sat night. We had a great time sharing fond memories of our college days together. I was also fortunate to play for the Phila. Bell of the WFL and I know how proud Jere was playing in that league.
God bless Jere and all of you. May you be strong during this very difficult time in life and we all wish we could be there with you. Take care and if you need anything please let me know.  
Frank Polito
fjpolito25@yahoo.com 

July 21, 2018

Dear Kim and Family,
Please know that we care that you are suffering. 
Though we can’t know your pain, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, John and Michelle Filak

July 21, 2018

Dear Kim, Matt, Tyler and families. Words just can’t express how saddened we are for your loss. We will truly miss Jere’s passion for life and fun loving competitive spirit. It was obvious that family was everything to him. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Randy and Cindy

July 20, 2018

Dear Kim and family, 
I was shocked like everyone else to hear of Jere’s passing. I was blessed to know Jere and to be able to call him a teammate, a mentor, my boss and most importantly my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Dave Caccamo

July 20, 2018

Dear Kim and the Brown family-
I am so sorry to hear that you have lost Jere – 42 years of marriage is such a tribute to you both!  Though I did not know him, I have been so moved by all the incredibly wonderful descriptions of him in these messages. How lucky you all were to have such a gentle and fun man for these years. But never enough. My sincerest condolences to you all and my hopes that the warmth of your memories will help you all through this very sudden transition. Fondly, Nancy Newcomer Vick, Bedford, New York. 

July 20, 2018

Dear Kim and Family,
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Jere’s passing.  I remember with great fondness our battles on the court coaching youth basketball.  I cannot remember a time that when I talked with Jere, that I did not leave with a smile on my face.  He was a true leader and a great family man.  My sincere condolences to you and your family. 
Tom Meredith

July 20, 2018

To the Brown Family
Shocked and saddened to hear of Jere’s passing. After college he often  was a sub for me at CV. We played Leola Laker BBall on Thursdays years ago. He always had time for those he knew. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. “Know that the will of God will never lead you where the Grace of God cannot keep you.” Tom “Reins” Reinfried. 

July 20, 2018

Bill and LaVerne Todd and family extend their deepest sympathies to Kim, Tyler and Matt on Jere’s untimely passing.  We will remember his friendliness,  whether at a party or golf outing or just walking down the street. It has been our pleasure to know Jere and be a Wetherburn friend.
Bill & LaVerne

July 20, 2018

Kim…this news took my breath away.  My heart is with you and your family.  Many, many great and wonderful memories.  I will miss him…..Dave Marschka

July 20, 2018

Kim and Family, we were so shocked and saddened to hear of Jere’s passing.  We send our deepest condolences and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.  In sympathy, Kay and Joe Williams

July 20, 2018

KIM AND FAMILY  I’M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. JERE WAS ALWAYS POSISTIVE AND EASY TO TALK TO.HE WILL BE MISSED AT THE GOLF COURSE.     MILT DRENNEN

July 20, 2018

I am saddened at Jere’s passing.  He was one of the best, a truly good guy.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers.  Very truly yours, Betty Luke

July 20, 2018

Kim. My deepest condolences to you and your family.  I’m out of town and just talked to Brooke, again so sorry to hear this.
Cathy Miller
 
 

July 20, 2018

Our deepest sympathy to the Brown family.  
Skip and Pam Walters

July 19, 2018

Dear Kim,
My deepest synpathy to you and your family for your loss.  The Gulf Coast team is making a contribution to the Conestoga Valley Athletic Program CV Buckskin Boosters Capital Campaign in lieu of flowers, as you requested.
WIth much love,
Lynn Carter 
 

July 19, 2018

So sad to hear of Jere’s sudden passing. I worked with him at Office Works, he gave me the opportunity to work on his sales team which I will always be grateful. Rest In Peace Jere, God bless you and your family.
Charles Kennedy
Beverly Hill, Florida

July 19, 2018

Kim, Matt, Tyler & families & Ev. Our hearts are aching for you all. Your family memories will help you thru this terribly sad time. There are no words that can heal your broken hearts. Just know so many people are praying & thinking of you. God bless you all! Keith & Marsha Parke & families.

July 19, 2018

To The Brown Family,
So very sad to hear of Jere’s passing. He was a great friend and fellow Buckskin Football player. I am shocked and please accept out heartfelt condolences. Rest in peace Jere.
David and Jo Levens

July 19, 2018

Kim,
We are saddened to read of Jere’s passing. Please know we are remembering you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Wonderful memories are helpful and having shared 42 years, we are sure there are many wonderful memories. Each sweet memory will live in your heart forever. 
Fondly, Kay and Don Houghton

July 19, 2018

My deepest condolences to the entire Brown family.  I knew Jere briefly, when he served on the Board of Directors at Atrion.  In the short time of knowing him, you knew his passion for business and life.  He was an inspiration, filled with positivity and joy.  He also made it clear how very much he loved his family and adored his grandchildren.  During this time of sorrow, I hope you can take comfort in reading these messages, knowing that he was a true legend and had a positive impact on many.  Peace and love. Erica Davies (RI)

July 19, 2018

Kim, you and your entire family are in our prayers. We were so saddened by the news of Jere’s passing….such a fantastic guy. Wish we had more time to have gotten to know him better. Peace to you, Sally and Randy Holden

July 19, 2018

Kim and Family.  I am at a loss for your loss.  And also at a loss for words.  Just know that I am thinking about you today and especially on July 23rd. 
Warm regards.  Peggy (Lowndes), University Park

July 19, 2018

Dearest Kim, Matt and Tyler, 
We are shocked and deeply saddened by the death of our dear neighbor, Jere. He was a great, kind neighbor with a deep sense of family.  My family had the opportunity of seeing that everyday for 34 years. I loved seeing him play basketball in the driveway with Matt and Tyler and then, thirty four years, later playing with Miles, Ella and Judson. He left a tremendous legacy of leadership, enthusiasm, philanthropy and vision in the business world. We were privileged to witness his greatest achievement: as a husband, father, grandfather, neighbor and dear friend.  We will miss him terribly and help keep his memory alive. 
 Love and prayers, Kathy Ference and family 

July 19, 2018

My sincere sympathy to Jere’s family.  I worked with Jere for about 5 years at the Office Works almost 30 years ago.  I am very sorry to hear of sudden death.  Prayers for the family through this very difficult time.
Liz (Knerr) Hornberger

July 19, 2018

Kim you and you family are in my thoughts and prayers…..Jere was a terrific person….when we had breakfast in Sarasota a few months ago…he said 
..Setz.. we should get together more often !…we have such a good time when we get together…..  I will miss his friendship and his gentle spirit…  he was soon  proud of his family….give your children a hug from me….Steve Setzler. New Yorks Stars 1974……Apple Valley  Minnesota…….

July 19, 2018

I am very saddened to hear of Jere’s passing. He was a good friend and a great fellow alum from our days at Villanova. My prayers and sympathy to his family. Respectfully, Robin Ramistella.

July 19, 2018

Kim and family,
Shocked and saddened to hear of Jere’s sudden passing. I am a CV guy/former athlete, like he was. He was a great guy that I’ve known since my HS days (class of ’75). Jere always came back and gave back to CV. He will be sorely missed by sooo many, especially all of you. 
I lost my wife to breast cancer just a few weeks ago, so I really do know what you are going through. I can’t be at the service to celebrate Jere’s well lived, but far too short, life as I will be out of town. I certainly hope and pray that your many great memories and the support of family & friends bring you some comfort and peace at this tough time, as it has for me.
All the best, Jeff Geyer 

July 19, 2018

Like all that met him, a real loss to his family and community that got to know him.  My experience when Jere go back to working with him during the 1980’s at Office Works.  i was with a vendor, that supplied them.  Will also have fond memories of the times we spend together.
Jerry Francis
 

July 19, 2018

Although I haven’t known Jere since graduating CV in 1970, he was a leader then as well, respected and accomplished athlete.   So shocked and saddened for your loss and pray memories and faith will sustain your family….Sincerely,  Debra (Jenny) Garrett

July 19, 2018

To Kim and your family,
We are so sad for you and will miss Jere here in Florida. Lots of love and prayers to you.
Kris and Peter Pizzi
Sarasota, FL

July 19, 2018

Kim and Family, I was in shock to hear about Jere. He was one a kind w his positive spirit. We had lots of fun over the years rooting for Philly teams, snow skiing, bike rides, Penn State Football,playing squash (the only sport I could beat him at) and so much more. The song “Closing Time”” was a favorite of ours. Jere will be missed. Paul B. Murray

July 19, 2018

Kim, Matthew and Tyler, our heart goes out to all of u.  Jere was way too young and full of life!  It was a shock and reminds us how precious life is.  We are so very very sorry, u are in our prayers and thoughts. 
Pam, Trent, Taylor and Adam Kinney

July 19, 2018

Dear Kim, Matthew, Tyler and their families,
I was shocked when I learned the tragic news of Jere’s sudden passing this morning. My heart goes out to all of you. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend to so many. With heartfelt sympathy. 
Susie Hast(Kelley)

July 19, 2018

My dearest condolences to the Brown family.
I worked at Dimension Data for eight months and was invited to the annual conference. I was on Jere’s team during the team building exercise in Ft. Lauderdale and thought it was the coolest thing to be on the CEO’s team. I loved how down-to-earth he was. My husband met him once at a Christmas party and said Jere was one of the nicest guy’s he ever met.
We’ll be thinking about you during this difficult time.
Leigh & Jake Murphy

July 19, 2018

Dear Kim and family, we are so sadden and schocked to here of Jere’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
love, 
Dave and Fran Ranalli

July 19, 2018

Kim,
Shocked & saddened to hear of Jere’s sudden passing. I will never forget covering (trying to anyway) Jere at MT Over-35 basketball league. Always a bruising experience! Thoughts and prayers are with you. 
Kevin Urbansky

July 19, 2018

So sorry to hear of Jere’s passing.  I worked with him a few years ago and was always inspired by him.  He was a great leader and a great person.  Ladd Wimmer

July 19, 2018

To all Jere’s family, I share your deepest sadness. He was a colleague, leader, and friend.  We worked closely together for nearly 20 years starting in 1985 and traveled together after Valcom purchased the Office Works computer division in 1990, then at OneMain, Inc in 2000. His leadership was unprecedented… based on a true heart. 

July 19, 2018

Kim and Brown Family.  Words can’t not describe how shocked I am to here this news.  I am honored to have known Jere and had the privilege of working with him.  Holly 

July 19, 2018

Kim, Matt & Tyler, please accept my deepest condolences for your sudden loss.
Jeff Hollinger 

July 19, 2018

Kim and family—I was so saddened and shocked to read of Jere’s passing this morning!!  You all are in my thoughts and prayers.  He has left a wonderful legacy in you and the boys and their families, and know so many care and love you all.  He will be remembered for his high energy, enthusiasm for life, and for his love of his family and friends. 
With my deepest sympathy, Kim.  Carol Reichler

July 19, 2018

Kim,
we were so sorry to hear of Jere’s sudden passing. Condolences from the entire Burke family.
God bless,
Bridget Burke Beringer

July 19, 2018

My condolences to the Brown family.  I was fortunate enough to work at Dimension Data during the time that Jere was the CEO. He was a very engaging and approachable person and knew how to steer the company and employees through challenging times. He will be greatly missed.
Keith Rary

July 19, 2018

Kim, Barb and I are terribly saddened by your great and sudden loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family.  May the peace of Jesus Christ strengthen and bless you in the difficult days ahead.  
Tom and Barb Chandler

July 19, 2018

Dear Kim and family,
please accept our condolences, just know that we are here for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out,
especially during this difficult time.
Love
Bernd and Birgit Ferber

July 19, 2018

Dearest Brown family, Joe and I were both shocked and saddened to hear of Jere’s passing. We have such good memories of him and it’s hard to grasp his sudden departure. He was the personification of health and fitness as you all are…. and so accomplished!  He was beloved by so many and will be sorely missed.
Lisa Madenspacher 

July 19, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻 to all his family and friends. 😢. David & Susan Brown. 

July 19, 2018

My sincere condolences Kim. Such a sudden loss.
John Gillies

July 19, 2018

Dear Kim and family,
We are saddened to read of Jere’s untimely passing. He was always so kind and positive.
May you find comfort in your memories and your family.
Love,
Mary Lynn and Mike DiPaolo

July 19, 2018

Kim and Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Jere’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Kim Mann Schaefer

July 19, 2018

Our sincerest condolences to Kim and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barry and Brenda Acker’s 

July 18, 2018

We were very saddened to hear of Jere’s passing. He was an inspirational leader and kind man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Warm regards, Gail Kosloff and family