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Lola BROOKINS Obituary
Lola was born in Grafton, Va., on April 21, 1936, the daughter of the late Levi and Alice Chisman. She joined New Beech Grove Baptist Church at a early age and remained there until her passing.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Earl W. Chisman; and two sisters, Barbara Roberts, and Vivian Hill.
Lola was the beloved wife of Kenneth T. Brookins. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Sharon Sharp (Rodney) of Norfolk, Va., Deborah Cowling (Belvon) of Laurel, Md., Betty Rutledge (Reggie) and Kendra Maxie, both of Killeen, Texas; one stepson, Paul Brookins, Gloucester, Va.
Lola graduated from York County Training School and Thomas Nelson Community College as a Registered Nurse. She worked as a LPN and RN on the Peninsula for over 40 years, before retiring from the Newport News
Department of Health.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009, at New Beech Grove Baptist Church, 326 Tabbs Lane, Newport News. Internment will be in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are by Carter Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, 251 Richneck Rd., Newport News, VA 23608. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lola BROOKINS
Elsie G Wray
December 28, 2009
Betty Jane and the Brookins Family, our prayers are with you in your hours of sorrow. And the peace of God keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. God is Love walk in Love and Love One another as Christ Love You.
Min. Elsie G. Wray and the Gregory Family
Diane Campbell (Fuller)
December 27, 2009
Betty, Sorry to hear about your mothers passing. I remember her beautiful smile and her friendly words of welcome whenever I came over. You, Kendra, Sharon and Debbie had a beautiful mom and she will always be watching over you.
December 27, 2009
with deep sympathy classmate 1953 york county training school god be with all of the family annetona fox johnson
December 26, 2009
To Lala's family,We are sorry too along with so many others who knew her, may God comfort you during this sad and hurting time
Alice Vernon Armstead,&her twins Joan & Jimmy
December 26, 2009
We were sorry to hear that your mom had passed. You have our deepest condolence.
Ronald McAphee,Janrt Jones,Mrs.K.Spry
Larry & Barbara Stamps
December 25, 2009
We are sorry to hear about your loss and we are thinking of you during this time of sorrow.Thoughts from many people are with you right now. Let these thoughts help you get through this tough time. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Bro. Herbert F. Gilliam Jr. & Family
December 24, 2009
The Family of Lola C. Brookins,
Thinking of you all at this time
And wishing words could say
The thoughts of heartfelt sympathy
Are with you all today.
Our Prayers are with you,
Pam Gailey
December 24, 2009
To the family of Lola Brookins,
I was so shocked to hear about dear, sweet Lola. She was in my Bible Study Fellowhsip (BSF) class last year and her humor added so much to our discussions.As nurses we were often on the same page as far as our thoughts were concerned. She loved the LORD and her family.
May God bless each of you as you face this difficult time.
Miriam Harris
December 24, 2009
To Sharon, Betty and Debbie,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I remember her from Warwick Lawns, we were neighbors.
Miriam Harris
Audrey Cobb
December 24, 2009
To the Brookins Family:
So sorry to hear of Lola's passing. I was in her Bible Study Fellowship Class.I dearly loved Lola and enjoyed hearing her responses during our class discussions.She loved life and her family. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.
Williams Family
December 24, 2009
To Mr. Kenny Brookins and Family:
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Brookins. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered by the New Beech Grove Family. Our condolence to you and your family during this time.
From the hearts of the Williams Family, (Rudolph, Simone, Quentin and Tenisha)
Connie Smith
December 24, 2009
Mr. Brookins and family my prayers are with you at this time. Lola always had a smile and encouraging word whenever I saw her. I will miss her smile and her flair for life.She was a nice person to be around , it was a joy knowing her. May God continue to comfort you .
December 23, 2009
To the Brookins Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this time. You have our deepest
sympathy.
Barbara and Lillian Lewis
December 23, 2009
We were so shocked and saddened by Miss Lola's passing. May GOD continue to send the Holy Spirit to comfort you, Mr. Kenny, and your family. I'll thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Ernest & Ellen Madison and Samantha Burke (Newport News, Va.)
December 23, 2009
Dear Family of Lola Brookins,
I attended bible study (BSF). Lola was in my group. She had a beautiful sense of humor. I knew that she was a true Christian from the way she answered questions. She looked so sassy in her hats. My husband, Rudolph, worked with her at the Va Hsp. He also expressed how he enjoyed her sense of humor. He said that he remembered calling her by the name of Maxie. I was very surprised to read her obituary and very happy to know that she is in heaven with our Lord Jesus.
Eleanor S. Pritchett
Phyllis Jamerson
December 23, 2009
It has been such a shock to hear this sad news. We all know this day would come sooner or later but it is of course too soon. The memories we share as kids, the holidays, the candy on the table and the help your mom was always ready to give, will never be forgotten. She may not walk on this earth but she will always walk in our hearts. My deepest sympathy to you and your families.
December 23, 2009
Dearest Family,
My sister Joanie and I were saddened to learn of your loss and heaven's gain. Miss Lola was a beautiful, classy lady inside and out.
We pray that you let the Holy Spirit comfort and give you strength and peace in this time of sorrow.
May God bless and keep you always in His care.
Irene Forde-Harrison
Pam Pointer
December 23, 2009
kenny and the Family,
Please accept my sincere symapthy, love and above all my prayers for you at this diffcult time in your lives. I will miss Lola as part of our church family. I'll miss her smile and remember that with her smile she always wore a hat, now she's traded her hats for a CROWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
May you find comfort and peace that only God can give
Sally Chiappazzi
December 23, 2009
Dear Kenny and Family, our deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Lola and I worked together for many years and she was always caring and passionate about her family and work. We enjoyed every day together and laughed alot. She will be missed and our prayers are with you and your family.
Sally and Chip Chiappazzi
Cheryl Harris
December 23, 2009
To the Family of Mrs. Lola Brookins,
Please accept our heart felt condolences. Our lives have been enriched having known Mrs. Lola. She blessed our lives with her friendship. She showered us with laughter, encouragement, and love. We will cherish the many beautiful memories we have of her. May your memories of her bring you comfort. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Cheryl Harris
Irene Harris
The Justice Family
December 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you all comfort. God Bless!!!
Earnest "RITZ" Wilkerson
December 23, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
From the staff of Carter Funeral Home
December 23, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Tanya Kaish Keller
December 21, 2009
To Sharon and her entire family - My greatest condolences for your enormous loss. Although I only met your mom a few times at CBA functions, I enjoyed her. She had such a flair. My thoughts go out to all of you.
Rose McAphee
December 21, 2009
The McAphee, Byrd-Tabb and Gipson families express our deepest sympathy at the passing of a neighbor and friend. I remember fondly playing card at her house on Tillerson on weekends which kept us out of alot of trouble. Fond memories of Sharon, Debbie, Betty and Kendra as well as Kenneth. Take care and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!
PAT SKINNER
December 21, 2009
KENNY,
OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I WORKED AT THE VA MEDICAL CENTER WITH LOLA FROM 1976 UNTILSHE WENT WITH PENINSULA PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL R.N. AND FRIEND TO ME. LOVED PLAYING GOLF WITH HER ON TUESDAY MORNINGS AT THE PINES WHEN OUR SCHEDULES ALLOWED. SO THANKFUL WE KNOW WE WILL ALL BE REUNITED IN HEAVEN.
GOD BLESS YOU,
GEORGE AND PAT SKINNER (RN)
Mrs. Samuel Britt
December 21, 2009
Dear family:
I send my deepest sympathies to you all. "God is for us a refuge and strength, a help that can readily be found during distresses." Psalms 46:1
The Brown Family
December 21, 2009
The Brown family would like to express our deepest sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Lola Brookins. She will be missed by all who know and love her. May God Bless you Kenny, Sharon, Debbie, Betty and Kendra and all of her grandkids whom she loved so dearly. Hold close to God in these times and may you have Peace in knowing that she touched so many people. What a friend we have in Jesus.
Cynthia Ivey
December 21, 2009
To The Brookins Family,
I send my deepest sympathy during this time in your life. Mrs. Brookins was a dear sweet person and I always looked forward to seeing her every Sunday in church. My thoughts and prayers will forever be with your entire family.
Love
Cynthia Henderson Ivey
New Beech Grove Baptist Church
Sheila Camp and family
December 21, 2009
To the family of Mrs. Lola Brookins, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all that knew her and loved her. I will forever hold fond memories of Mrs. Lola near and dear to my heart. My old neighbor and friend will be sadly missed by all. May God continue to bless and keep you in your time of need.
Katrina Todd
December 20, 2009
To the Brookins Family,
Please accept my heart felt condolences. Mrs. Brookins will be greatly missed. May God comfort you all during your time of grief.
phyllis harold-ely
December 20, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Joyce Thomas
December 20, 2009
The Spry family sends our prayers of comfort for your family.
Mrs. Brookins always had a gentle and vibrant spirit. May God send his angels of comfort.
Joyce Thomas
December 20, 2009
The Spry family sends our prayers of comfort for your family.
Mrs. Brookins always had a gentle and vibrant spirit. May God send his angels of comfort.
Lola Brookins, beloved wife, mother and friend
December 20, 2009
EARNEST 'RITZ' WILKERSON
December 20, 2009
The family of Earnest Wilkerson express our sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Brookins. We HAVE KNOWN LOLA FOR YEARS. PLEASE CALL
annie gunnn
December 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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