James P. Brosnan, 84, of Morton Grove, former major league baseball player and author, beloved husband of the late Anne, nee Pitcher; loving father of Jamie (William) Kruidenier, Timothy, and Kimberlee (Douglas) Brosnan-Myers; dear grandfather of Jeremy (Jill) Kruidenier, Ryan (Mary Lee) Kruidenier, Hilary Myers, and  Kevin Myers; fond brother of Michael (Sandy). Memorial visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL 60053 Sunday, July 20th 1:00 p.m. until time of memorial service 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Paralyzed Veterans of America 801 18th St. NW Washington, D.C. 20006 appreciated. (847) 965-2500