Loretta K. JOHNSON-BROOKS

Loretta JOHNSON-BROOKS Obituary

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Loretta Kathleen Johnson-Brooks, a native of Surry County, Va., was called to rest on Dec. 15, 2009 in Mt. Sinai Hospital New York, N.Y., after a short illness.
She is preceded in death by her parents Wallace D. and Lydia B. Johnson, Sr.; and her husband, Jiles H. Brooks Jr.
Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Kathleen Brooks-Tait(Tim) of Clayville, R.I., and Joy Brooks of New York, N.Y.; two brothers, Wallace D. Johnson Jr. of Norfolk, Va., and William C. Johnson Sr. (Debra) of Surry, Va.; one sister, Lydia Maureen Langhorne (Roy) of Surry, Va.; one grandchild, Johanna Brooks-Tait of Clayville, R.I.
A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 23, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church, 123 West 157th Street, New York, NY 10019. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, Surry, Va.
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Published by Daily Press from Dec. 22 to Dec. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Loretta JOHNSON-BROOKS

Sponsored by Wallace Danny Johnson, Jr.

13 Entries

Daughter

December 16, 2022

I pause annually on this day to reflect and receive comfort from the memory and love of my mother. I am daily blessed by her presence in my heart and memories.

Wallace Danny Johnson Jr

January 4, 2014

My dear beautiful sister been thinking of you in special ways so much this holiday season, as I decorated the "Hilltop" house, the memorial sites of Mom, Dad, Charles and Joy. Even when I tried my hand at making my first Fruitcake, I'd say, "wonder what Loretta or Mother would add here". However, it came out great. I even picked black walnuts from the yard and pecans for the nuts as we did long ago. I couldn't fine candied cherries or pineapple so I candied my own. Anyway I'm supposed to be wishing you a Happy Birthday in heaven as I think of your beautiful 'happy smile' as you call me, "Dan Cupid" in your special way. Love and still miss your earthly presence Sis, but feel your spirit about me.
Danny "Boy"

Wallace Danny Johnson, Jr

June 3, 2013

Dear Sis,
found a quote in one of your writing pads. I shared it on Facebook:"The smallest good deed( done!) is better than the grandest good intention!" It is so you. The little things you did to make life better for others and your unconditional love will always be imspiring. Enjoy being absent from the body but present with the Lord.
Danny Boy

Kathy Brooks

December 15, 2011

Two years ago this morning my dear mother fell asleep in the Lord. The pain of her loss is terrible but we anticipate a great reunion with her, my dad, and so many others who loved the Lord.
WE live on in His name, honoring Mommy, Daddy, their parents and their legacy, by praising God and bringing Him glory.

wallace Johnson III

March 16, 2011

What a wonderful Godly women. She has truely been missed. We may have lost a friend, sister, aunt etc. But God has recieved one of his choosen. Take you for all you have done for me over the years. Dan Q

Wallace Danny Johnson, Jr

May 30, 2010

My Dear Sister,
It's Memorial Day weekend and I on the way to the Hilltop to take flowers to our Parents', and other family member gravesites. I'll place one beside Mom and Dad for you too. I miss you so. I know if you were here you'd be joinging me. Traditions were important to you and me, just as it was for Mother and Grandmother Brown. Well gotta get outta here and to worship services at Ferguson Grove the to the Hilltop.
Missing you so much Sis. Know Heaven is brighter with you there.
Danny Boy

May 28, 2010

Hello Brooks /Johnson family,

We knew Loretta & her husband Jiles from East End Baptist church. Her husband Jiles introduced me and my husband to each other. We have been married for over 47 years now. We went double dating with Jiles and Loretta to the skating ring and to Youth Rallies. My husband led singing and Jiles gave the gospel message. We only learn about Loretta's death on yesterday, 5/27/2010. We are visiting our son in Virginia. We entered her name to see if she might be livilng in Virginia. We were shocked to find that she had gone home to be with the Lord in December of 2009. Her picture is absolutely beautiful. Our best to the family.

Majors Walter & Alvina Mae Bethel

Walter & Alvina Bethel

May 28, 2010

January 3, 2010

She was a loving mother and wife , a Godly woman and a great Nursery coordinator who was loved by all...Beryl Hudson(Brooklyn)

Wallace Danny Johnson Jr

December 31, 2009

A spirit so much like her Mother's. Unconditional love of God and family, this same love extended to those who entered her Circle Of Life. Wonderful appreciation for the beauty of the natural earth, particularly that of Surry County's Mockingbird Hilltop. Abundant love for God's creatures especially cats, be they purebreds or the ordinary alley variety. Great appreciation of the arts and good books. An enjoyer of New York City Street Festivals. A lover of peace without regard to personal cost. A woman of great elegance, yet a very private person who sacrificed her personal fortunes for husband, children and family ties. This was my sister Loretta Kathleen Johnson-Brooks. Mourned deeply and never forgotten. No more e-mails, no more e-cards, just the Blue Mountain notices as they pop up on my screen.
Danny Boy 12-31-09

Marguerite Lezama

December 30, 2009

L: loving
O: orderly
R: resourceful
E: elegant
T: tactful
T: trustworthy
A: accessible
She was truly a gracious and Godly woman.

Rose Detweiler

December 26, 2009

Loretta Brooks was THE NURSERY coordinator of Calvary Baptist Church for many years. I spend many a Sunday serving with her. She was alway cheerful, calm and gentle with the babies. She was loved by all. Although I hadn't seen Loretts in recent years, she will always be in my heart and I know I will see her and Jiles again some day! What a blessed HOPE!

Pam Hall

December 23, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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