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ALVIN BROOKS Obituary


ALVIN J. BROOKS  
On Friday, March 17, 2017, ALVIN J. BROOKS of Potomac, MD. Beloved soul mate of Gail Breman; loving father of Annette Brooks, dear brother of Cynthia (Morton) Zetlin; cherished grandfather of Brittani, Lauren and Sam; adored uncle of Zsuzsi and Mark Zetlin, Donna and Jim Gramm, Bonnie and John Harte and their families. Funeral service will be held Monday, March 20, 2017, 1 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb St., NW, Washington, DC with interment to follow at King David Memorial Gardens, Falls Church, VA. Family will be observing Shiva Monday and Tuesday evening at Park Potomac Place Club Room. Potomac, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and The National Parkinson's Foundation. www.sagelbloomfield.com  

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Published by The Washington Post from Mar. 19 to Mar. 21, 2017.

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Marilyn and Jules Galinn

March 29, 2017

Our sympathy to the Brooks family on the passing of Al. May your memories be forever with you.

Mike HANNON

March 24, 2017

Mr. Brooks was a very nice man. He'll be missed. R.I.P.

Bowlding

March 21, 2017

Sorry for the loss of your dear love one. May God provide endurance and comfort during this time of sorrow (Rom 15:5)

Jordan & Rose Wolf

March 21, 2017

May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you, and wonderful memories of Alvin Brooks-

March 21, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14 Lima Ohio

March 20, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of your loved and deepest condolences are extended to you. Something that's helped me through the death of loved ones is to reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:26.

Alex Macatuno

March 20, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family. Mr. Brooks you will be missed.

March 20, 2017

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MATT. 5:4

AC

March 20, 2017

May the God and father of Abraham be with you as we await the fulfillment of seeing Abraham offspring filled the earth like the stars in the heavens. Genesis 15:5,6.

March 20, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that God feel your pain. You can call to God in your distress and he answered you. (Psalms 120:1) May you trust in God at all times and pour out your heart before him. He will hear your cry for help and give you comfort. Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

March 20, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family for your loss.

March 20, 2017

With our deepest of sympathy
Jayne & Alan

Laverne

March 20, 2017

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Know that you can go to god in prayer to strengthen and comfort you. Psalms 121. We share your grief.

Dee

March 19, 2017

It is good to know that God will listen to our prayers for comfort. Jeremiah 29:12.

Dee

March 19, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Brooks family. May God's loyal love comfort you during this difficult time. Psalm 119:76

March 19, 2017

MY condolences to the family. May the fond memories you cherish and the peace of God comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM

Harvey Korman

March 19, 2017

So sad to learn of my dear old friend's passing.

RIP pal.

Missy

March 19, 2017

It is good to know that God will listen to our prayers for comfort. Jeremiah 29:12.

Dianne Schachner

March 19, 2017

Dianne and Stephen Schachner send condolences.
Alvin will be missed by many friends.

George Liss

March 19, 2017

Dreadfully sorry to read of your loss. Although it has been a long time since I have seen Alvin warm memories from our school days remain.

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170 Rollins Ave, Rockville, MD 20852

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