Jeremy John Brigham Obituary
The family of Jeremy John Brigham of Cedar Rapids, Iowa announces his passing on July 27, 2026. Jeremy, born on October 2, 1943, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Jeremy for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Jeremy’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Winthrop and Anna Louise Brigham (Dege). He is survived by: his wife Selma Dannenfelser Brigham; his brothers, Larry Brigham (Mary) of Cincinnati, OH and Daniel (Donna) of Canandaigua, NY; and his daughters, Emily Brigham of Iowa City, Elizabeth Smejkal (Mark) of Cedar Rapids and Sophie Nicholson (Bill) of Casa Grande, AZ.. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Peoples Church UU, Iowans for Gun Safety, Linn County UNA-USA, the African American Museum of Iowa, or Interfaith Alliance of Iowa.
