Mary A. Brooks

Mary A. Brooks obituary, Richmond, VA

Mary A. Brooks

Mary Brooks Obituary

Published by Scott's Funeral Home - Richmond from Jul. 8 to Jul. 11, 2010.
BROOKS, Mary A., 78, of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on July 7, 2010. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Wanda Brooks. Surviving are six daughters, Deborah B. Tyler, Patricia B. Matthews (Donnell), Gail B. Lewis, Rosalind Brooks, Beverly Johnson (Ronald) and Velvia B. Woolridge (Spencer); three sons, Reginald, Gerrard (Sonja) and Antwone (Cureta) Brooks; 20 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where the family will receive friends on Sunday, July 11, from 4 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 12, at 1 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1920 Fairmount Ave. Dr. Victor L. Davis Sr. officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. The family may be contacted at 804-222-9023. Online guest book at: www.scottsfuneralhome.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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July 15, 2010

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July 13, 2010

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July 12, 2010

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L. R. Green

July 15, 2010

To the Brooks Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss and you will be in the thoughts and prayers of many during this difficult time. She was such a lovely lady and loved her family tremendously. Find comfort in knowing that she is now in the arms of God and you all will one day see her again, soon!

Rosemary Atkins Crawford

July 13, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

July 12, 2010

To the Brooks and Capers family. You have my deepest sympathy during the passing of your loved one. I'm sorry that I found out late but please know that you are all in my prayers. Willnette Frye Beard

Melinda Davis

July 12, 2010

To Shantell Lewis & Family: My heart & prayers go out to all of you. Know that Mrs Mary is in a much better place, no longer in any pain. She will continue to live on thru each of you. May God continue to look after you in your time of need.

July 11, 2010

To Velvia our heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss. We wish you strength during this difficult time. May memories comfort you and bring you peace. First Impression Group/St. Paul’s Baptist Church

Tony Lanier

July 11, 2010

To Gerrard,Sonja,Deasia,Teyon and the Brooks family. It saddens us to heard of your lose. It is said that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Know that she is now in a better place, no more pain or suffering, she is with our Father GOD Almighty. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tony,Three, and Tanighya

Ronald Johnson Jr.

July 11, 2010

I love you grandma and forever I'll miss you. May you reset in peace Ms. Mary. I look forward to seeing you in the next lifetime. May your memory live on in the hearts and minds of all those you have touched.

You are truly loved. We all miss you but we know you're now with the Lord. Spread your wings and fly "babydoll."

PAMELA DARK CLAIBORNE

July 10, 2010

To Beverly and the Brooks Family: My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Be strong and know that Mom is now at peace. May God be with each and every one of you.

DeAsia Hopkins

July 10, 2010

Grandma mary I will always remember you in my heart and for those laughs and dances. I will always remember your dance, but this is heart breakin to me cause I always hunged out with you at cookies house and when you came to town. Also for those times you babysat me. Kisses and all from your grandchlidern. You will truely be missed.
Love, DeAsia and TEyon

Mabel Cosby

July 10, 2010

Antwone/Cureta and to the entire Brooks family; my deepest and heart felt condolences.May you find peace and contentment in her memories.

From the Staff of Scott's Funeral Home

July 10, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

William Kearney

July 9, 2010

I give my condolences to all my family in the the lost of my Aunt Mary.She was a nice,wonderful women. God rest her soul. I love you Aunt Mary

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