Obituaries

Timothy Gerald Brocious 62, passed away September 15, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Tim was born at Brookville Hospital on April 24, 1962, to Gerald O. and Nancy (Dougherty) Brocious.  Who preceded him in death.

Tim graduated from Redbank Valley High School in 1980. Tim was an entrepreneur who opened his first business in 1986, Brocious Machine Reconditioning, in Leavitt burg OH.  Upon returning to his hometown of New Bethlehem, Tim opened Valco Machine Services.

Tim had a personality larger than life and was always the life of the party no matter where he was.

Tim loved the game of golf.  During the summer months you could often find him and his buddies at White Oak Golf Course in Dayton, PA. He spent his winters in Florida after retirement and enjoyed most of his time on the Clerbrook Golf course with all his “snowbird” friends.

Tim was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating. He was also known for his love of Music and was The Ultimate Number 1 Steeler Fan.

Tim enjoyed traveling and took several trips to the Caribbean.  One of his most memorable trips was the summer he traveled the pacific coast with his daughter and parents.

Tim had a passion for racing and enjoyed a season working in the in Pitt Crew for Ron Kershner.

Tim is survived by four sisters:  Susan Musser of Marienville, PA; Sally Magness of Pleasureville, KY; Robin (George) Hartle of Lakeland, FL; and Regina (Al) Raimond of Sigel, PA.   He was the favorite uncle to eight nieces and six nephews:  Steven (Heather) Musser, Brian (Jessie) Musser, Kevin (Janelle) Musser, Nathan (Danielle) Musser,  Taralynn (Drew) Buzard, Tiffany (Wesley) Keene, Bridgette Magness, Holli Sue (Mikie) Yates, Luke (Jenn) Magness, Nicholas (Brittany) Magness, Tia (Josh) Chutz, Heidi (Will) Neely, Heather (Michael) Brophey, and Brooke (Isaiah) Unger.

Several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and lots of Great Buddies he considered family.

Tim was preceded in death by his daughter, Lindsey Lee Brocious, brother-in-law Tim Magness and niece Angel Rose McCleary. His Paternal Grandparents Oren and Mary (Milliron) Brocious.  His Maternal Grandparents Thomas and Clara (Fiscus) Dougherty. His best friend (dog)Jesse.

Donations can be made to your Local 4-H group in his honor.

Before Tims death the family gathered at Tims home to surround him with love.

A private Celebration of Life Ceremony is being planned for a later date.

The Alcorn Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.alcornfuneralhome.com.