Jim Dwyer
“Find a penny pick it up, all day long you’ll have good luck.”
On the first day that Jim Dwyer came to Brookhaven College, he told his family that he found a $20 bill in the parking lot. He told them that was how he knew he would get a job at the college. We can only hope that Jim felt that he got his $20 worth of luck in finding that money at the college. Those who knew Jim are sure to feel that they enjoyed their share of luck from that $20 bill as well.
Jim Dwyer Sr., passed away on Nov. 27. He had worked at Brookhaven College for 14 years serving as assistant director and then director of facilities services. Jim was known for the hats he wore to work, and there must be a story someone has for each of the hats he wore.
Knowledgeable, dedicated, irascible, gruff, friendly, caring; these are just some of the words people have used to describe Jim.
Before joining the college Jim served in the U.S. Navy for 23 years. He ended his military career as a Utilities Construction Master Chief, UCCM, (E-9). For non-commissioned officers, the E-9 is the highest level that can be reached, and only the very best receive this rank. He served three tours of Vietnam and had duty stations in Europe, the Caribbean and Asia.
Jim is survived by wife, Karen Dwyer; brother, Joseph Dwyer; children, Jeff Morgan; Lisa Ortiz; Jim Dwyer Jr.; Charles Pullen, Jr.; and Melissa Sosnoski; 14 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and extended family and friends too numerous to count.
Friends and family are invited to sign the guest book and honor Jim through www.mem.com or at dallasnews.com under the obituaries through the end of December. You can search under 'Dwyer, James' at either and post a memory or read through those that are there.
Last week his daughter Lisa asked that this brief note be shared with her father’s college family.
"On behalf of my entire family, please accept our heartfelt appreciation for the cards, calls, visits, food, flowers and outpouring of support during our loss. Jim was truly a remarkable person as evident by those he surrounded himself with, both at home and at Brookhaven. We know that you mourn as well and your kindness and friendship will always be remembered."
