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Robert Brooks Obituary

Robert Lee Brooks, 86, originally of Roanoke, died Monday, August 11, 2008, in Chesterfield, Va. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marion Foster Brooks, and a sister, Dorothy Walker. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Cora F. Bray and husband, Stafford, of Powhatan, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008, at the Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Those wishing to make memorial contributions please consider the American Cancer Society of Virginia, 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106-A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2008, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 627 Hardy Road, Vinton, Va. 24179, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 13 to Aug. 15, 2008.

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Edwaed M Tanner

August 14, 2008

Mike Tanner & family

It is with our deepest regrets,,we will not be able to attend the viewing for Bobby due to illness. Bobby has been with our family for many years,and as close to being a family member as anyone.

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