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Aubrey Brooks Obituary
Dr. Brooks died peacefully Thursday, January 21, 2010 in Richland Memorial Hospital. Born and reared in Columbia, he was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Katherine Gentry Brooks. He was the son of Dr. Chappell Trapp and Lois Brooks. The family lived in Cottontown. He had his pilot’s license at age 16. Dr. Brooks graduated from Columbia High School, the University of South Carolina and Atlanta Southern Dental School (Emory). Upon graduation, at the age of 20, he joined the U.S. Army Dental Corps attaining the rank of Major. He was stationed in London during the Blitz, then France and Austria for the duration of WWII. After his military service, he was in private practice in Columbia for almost 60 years. He was a member of The Sons of the American Revolution, Sons of the Confederacy, The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, The Military Order of World Wars, and the South Carolina Dental Association.
Dr. Brooks disliked television and read constantly. He particularly loved the works of Sir Walter Scott. He had a wealth of historical knowledge and also a quick wit. He was devoted to family and will be greatly missed by all.
Dr. Brooks is survived by his children, Suzanne (Doc) Harvin of Kennesaw, GA, Robert (Hillary) Brooks of Camden, Charles (Karen) Brooks of Columbia and Carol Brooks of Camden; grandchildren, Harry “Trey” (Michelle) Harvin of Dublin, Ireland, Laura and Glenn Harvin of Atlanta, Caroline and Houston Brooks of Columbia; great-grandchildren, Harry, Chappell and Milly Harvin; and dear friends, Clarence and Alice Boykin.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the loving care he received from his dedicated caregivers, Barbara Dunlap, Lucy Miller, Ed Dykes, Vereen Hammond, Maxine Moye and Sue Uehling (Palmetto Richland Hospice).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to Carolina Children’s Home, P.O. Box 4465, Columbia SC, 29240, Attn: Alise Daniel.
Please sign online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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Estelle Bouttry
January 28, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss.You all may remember me this is Estelle , Elizabeth's daugther. My mom worked for your family for many years.
I would love to hear from you all. 803-446-6638
Rick McDaniel
January 27, 2010
Charlie,
My thoughts and prayers are sent to you and your entire family. Your father left a wonderful legacy for all of us to follow. May all your memories carry you through this period and bring many hours of comfort and happiness in the future.
Sallie Hook Boggs
January 25, 2010
I am Dr. Marion and Peggy Hook's daughter Sallie. They were dear friends of Aubrey and Katherine for many years. Katherine was a member of "The Tuesday Girls" luncheon group, along with my mother. I am so sorry to learn of Aubrey's death. Papa died in May, but mama is still with us. She, my sister Beth, and brother Burney join me in sending sympathy and prayers. We are all thinking of you during this difficult time.
maxine moye
January 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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Yvonne Means
January 24, 2010
My sincere sympathy is extended to you and your family in the passing of your father.
January 24, 2010
Dear Charlie,
So sorry to hear about your Father.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Bill Arledge
James (Jay) Trapp
January 24, 2010
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Aubrey. My memories stem from my visits to his dental office for the work needed to make up for my time spent eating candy while working at my father's (Jim Trapp) grocery store on Fairfield Road. I would remember hearing the footsteps coming down the hallway to my room, while Aubrey whistled the song "Beautiful Dreamer". I was quite young so my personal relationship was limited to that which my mother told me.
I send kind and gentle thoughts and hope that the memories of good times resound and linger.........
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