Tony Brooks

Jackson

Alter Anthony Brooks (Tony), 57, beloved husband, father, brother and son, passed away on September 30, 2013 of natural causes while on a business trip in Baltimore, Maryland. Visitation will be held Thursday October 3, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Jackson from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. The funeral service will follow at 1:30 pm, with the burial directly after at Lakewood Memorial Park.

Tony was born on October 21, 1955 in Atlanta, GA and was raised in Greenville, SC. He relocated to Jackson, MS in 1974 to attend Belhaven University, where he met and married the love of his life, Sandy, whom he would have celebrated 36 years of marriage in December. Tony worked at Deposit Guaranty for 18 years before moving to Horne LLP in 2003 where he was honored and proud to be a Partner and Director of IT Assurance and Risk Services. More than anything, he loved spending time with his wife and daughters - and would take any chance he could to brag about their accomplishments. Tony was fortunate enough to run broadcast sound each Sunday with an amazing crew at First Baptist Jackson for over 35 years. He enjoyed photography, playing with his "grand-pups", and weekly tennis with his buddies at River Hills. Tony's infectious smile and positive attitude will surely be missed by everyone that he touched with his life.

Tony is survived by his wife, Sandra Speed Brooks of Jackson; his daughters, Lauren Brooks Ritchie and husband Rob Ritchie from Bogalusa, LA, and Lindsey Elizabeth Brooks and fiancé, Ryan Bell of Jackson, MS; his parents, Alter and Gloria Brooks of Greenville, SC.; his sister, Sonya Brooks of Greenville, SC.; and his brother-in-law, John Speed and wife, Diana, of Crystal Springs, MS.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the First Baptist Jackson Music Ministry, Summit Counseling Mission at First Baptist Church Jackson, and the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation.

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Published by Clarion Ledger on Oct. 2, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Tony Brooks

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66 Entries

January 9, 2015

Truthfully I last saw or talked with Tony back in the early 80's when I supported Tony as a sales rep for AT&T. I have lived the past 25 years in Minnesota and just recently returned south living now in the Birmingham area. I was going to drive over to Jackson next week and was trying to look Tony up via Linked In to try and re-connect. I was shocked and saddened to discover such tragic news. Tony is someone I have always loved as a friend and role model because he was always so incredibly positive and so incredibly unselfish.. I knew if I contacted him, all those years would fade away and he would embrace me as if it were still 1983. He was just that kind of guy. I have so many positive memories of working with Tony. He was truly a special human being. I am truly heart broken for your loss.

Jim Acker

M Walker

October 25, 2013

Dear Sandy, Lindsey, and Lauren,

It was my honor to know Tony. Our agency contracted with Horne for auditing services and Tony took amazing care of us. My co-worker and I (both of us recently engaged) had dinner with Tony and he talked for a solid hour about how much he adores you Sandy and how he 'knew you were the one' from that first moment, how walking Lauren down the aisle was the "proudest moment" of his life, and how much he was looking forward to walking Lindsey down the aisle someday soon. My heart breaks for you all. I'm so sorry that he passed much too soon. Lindsey, I hope you know that he will be there with you on your special day. All of us who ever met Tony will carry his bright memory in our hearts.

Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Michael Bullard

October 18, 2013

I had a business lunch with Tony one time about 8 years ago. I never met him again. I was very impressed with Tony's brilliance during this meeting. He was the type person you would always remember although it was just one meeting. From reading about his life I am so impressed with the wonderful things he did with his Family, Work Family, Church and Friends. Although I do not know Tony's Family I have kept them in my Prayers. I am sure it is safe to say that Tony was a truly remarkable person and his Family is a very special group of people that will cherish his Love and always celebrate the wonderful Life that Tony lived. I feel his spirit uplifting those he touched in his life everyday!

Wayne Miller

October 8, 2013

I had the distinct privilege to work directly with Tony at First Baptist Church from 1986 -1995 .
Tony would always say encouraging words to me as I got ready to play my oboe during both services at FBCJ .
He would never say an unkind word to me as we were getting the sound "tweaked" for the service .
Getting to work with Tony each week was one of the highlights of my musical career while a member there .
I know that he is now "tweaking" the audio in Heaven for our Lord and Saviour , Jesus Christ

Debbie Wyatt

October 6, 2013

Sandy, Lauren, and Lindsey, I had the great pleasure of working with Tony over the past 8 years, and it was definitely a pleasure. He was such a gifted man and will be missed very much by everyone who knew him. I am grateful for the opportunity I had recently to thank him for his gift of encouragement. He, as he so often did, offered appreciation for something I had done. I told him I wanted to take the opportunity to share with him that I recognized his God-given talent of encouragement and how much I appreciated his positive influence in my life.
That's how I will always remember Tony - positive, smiling, encouraging. His faith was apparent as was his love for his family and his fellow mankind. I will be praying for all of you during this time - for comfort and peace. God bless you all.

Ferney and Lenda Lord

October 5, 2013

Ferney and Lenda Lord of Madisonville,Tx 1st cousin of Alter Brooks. We're praying for your family. God blesses us and
will lead and give the strenght for you to go on.

Dorothy Jones

October 5, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Dorothy Lord Jones, one of Anthony's many cousins

Carol Matheny

October 4, 2013

What an amazing man Tony was and he will be greatly missed by many! He spent many hours assisting our IT dept through the initial SOX implementation - always kind, caring, smiling and sincere. My deepest sympathy for your loss! I know he is singing in glory today...and still smiling.

Dan Blackledge

October 3, 2013

It was a genuine pleasure to have known Tony for so many years and I was so shocked at his untimely death. Due to his "job" at church where he was tucked away in an audio control room, I didn't see him very often but just recently our paths crossed and I was overjoyed to visit with him a few moments. My sincere condolences to Sandy and the girls. We have been lifting you up often.

October 3, 2013

To my sweetest encourager! I will miss you, I love you! Joanie Thompson

October 3, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Keeping all of you in prayers.

Jon Turner

October 3, 2013

Tony was simply a great human being. Never without a smile and sincere greeting, as we would cross paths in our CPA world through the years. I recall a deep discussion we had earlier this year about life in general. He will be missed.

Gene Damoth

October 3, 2013

Our condolences. We knew Tony "back when" and was shocked and surprised to hear of his untimely passing. All our love in the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Sharon Morrow

October 3, 2013

May the peace and love of God surround you with comfort. May your memories be filled with love, laughter, and joy. Sharon Morrow

Rebecca Bradley

October 3, 2013

Tony was such an amazing guy. I first met him when he joined Horne Technology Group in 2003 and we worked together side by side. I was sad when he moved to a different department but he always gave me a hug whenever he saw me. He loved his wife and daughters so much. He talked about you guys all the time. Such a wonderful, genuinely kind soul. The world just lost a very special person. My deepest sympathies for his family.

Don & Lois Turner

October 3, 2013

Al, Gloria, Brooks family,
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

Reb Dunn

October 3, 2013

Our deep and sincere sympathy goes to the whole Brooks family. Al, I can't express how sorry I am for your loss.

Jake & JoAnn Gressette

October 2, 2013

Our sympathy and prayers are with the entire Brooks family. Al and Gloria, we know how very proud (and rightfully so) you were of Anthony and how you looked forward to his visits. We're so glad God allowed you the special visit with him during our recent reunion. Our prayer is for God to hold each of Anthony's loved ones close and give you the peace and comfort only He can. May He bless and keep you close in the days ahead.

Betty Brooks Miller

October 2, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you comfort and peace.

Martha Ann Dacus

October 2, 2013

Dear Sandy, Gloria, Al, Lauren, Lindsey and Sonya, I am so very sorry about Anthony's passing, he was very special. Please know that each of you will be in my many thoughts and prayers. With love and deepest sympathy, Martha Ann

October 2, 2013

Remembering your sweet family in our thoughts and prayers,
Paul and Alecia Adcock

Melissa Davis McEachin

October 2, 2013

Oh, Sandy, Nancy (Bowie) Smylie just texted me about sweet Tony. My heart is so heavy for you and your family. Even though it seems like forever since we last visited, I remembered you both so fondly. Y'all had such a special place in my heart. Praying for all of you - Wish I could be there to give you a big hug but a heart hug is all I know to send. With much Love, Melissa Davis McEachin

Jim & Gloria Stovall

October 2, 2013

Al, Gloria, Sonya and Tony's family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the Lord bless you and give you strength during the days ahead.
Gloria and Jim

Anne Brumfield

October 2, 2013

Dear Sandy and girls,

I always think of Tony with a smile on his face. He could brighten any corner!

Your neighbor, Camille, and I prayed together for you on the phone Tuesday and we shall pray for you often in the days ahead. May you know the peace, comfort, strength, and direction of the Lord.

Stephen Edmonds

October 2, 2013

He will be greatly missed

October 2, 2013

God is near to those that are broken at heart and those crushed in spirit. God will sustain you and help you to endure.

October 2, 2013

Sandy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Nan and George Copeland

Ellen Martin

October 2, 2013

Please know that we hold the entire Brooks' family close in our hearts and prayers. What a shock to hear of the death of someone so vibrant. His parents are dear church friends, who also have touched many lives. May God comfort you and give you peace in this very difficult time,

Ellen and Skeet Martin

Bill Dawson

October 2, 2013

I first met Tony more than 30 years ago, and interacted with him professionally at BellSouth, at Deposit Guaranty, at Horne and, especially, at church. He never failed to be witty and spontaneous and was one of the friendliest people I knew. He was extremely talented and gave freely of his talents to his church. He'll be missed.

Cathy Parker Gunn

October 2, 2013

Sandy,

Although it has been over 30 years since I have seen you or Tony, I have so many wonderfull memories of our time together at Belhaven. I am so sorry for your loss and I am praying for you and your family.

October 2, 2013

Sandy, Lauren, and Lindsey. You know that so many will be lifting you up during these days ahead. Toni respresented the Lord in so many ways through his family, church, and community. We love you.
Brenda Marchman
Lam. 3:22-23

Leslie Hurst

October 2, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss.
Leslie Hurst
The Clarion-Ledger

Judy Gray

October 2, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Brenda Marchman

October 2, 2013

Coy & Bobbie Helms

October 2, 2013

May God give you strength to bear this loss, as only He can do, And grant His loving comfort to your family and to you.

John Zorich

October 2, 2013

I am glad that I had the opportunity to meet Tony. For several years he audited my area of the bank and I looked forward to talking about photagraphy, family and the more important things to him. I looked forward to the quick visits. I will make sure that I pray for the Brooks family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Mary Fortune

October 2, 2013

Sandy,many years have passed since our paths have crossed. I always remembered you and Tony. I was shocked to learn of is sudden passing. He was such a kind and sweet person. I am sorry we hadn't caught up before this happened. You and your family are in my prayers.

With love and sympathy,

Mary

Tommy & Caroline Ostenson

October 2, 2013

Dear Sandy, i am so sorry to hear of Tony's passing this weekend. I along with the rest of the River Hills men's Saturday morning tennis drill will surely miss his presence. Tony always had a way of cheering you up with that infectious smile of his. He will surely be missed.

October 2, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy is expressed to each one of the Brooks' family. May God bless you with peace and comfort during this difficult season of life.
Our prayer is you will feel God's arms of love enveloping you.
In Christ's Love, Cliatt and Liz Alewine

Andy & Mary Kennedy

October 2, 2013

Sandy,

Shocked to learn about Tony, So sorry for your loss, He enriched my life with his great abilities. So many memories about learning to be a broadcast sound guy at First Baptist Jackson. We will keep You, Lauren and Lindsey in our prayers.

In Christ

Necole Johnson Little

October 2, 2013

I am sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He was indeed a great person to work with and always available to assist in any capacity. He will be truly missed.

DeMario Wilson

October 2, 2013

"Brooks Family, please remember that your lost is GODs gain. I am deeply sadden for you all and please know that you are in my prayers.

Denise Cooper

October 2, 2013

Sandy, Lauren and Lindsey, my heart is so sad for you. Tony always had a warm smile and an encouraging word. Even if he was busy with a sound project at FBCJ, he would stop and visit for a moment. We all have been blessed by Tony. Praying for you.

Margo Goss

October 2, 2013

Dearest Family,
We are shocked and heartfully saddened by the news of Tony's passing. Our sincere condolences during this time of loss.
Pat & Ronnie Lovorn
Margo Goss

Jean Young

October 2, 2013

Sandy, Lauren and Lindsey, my heart is broken for you. Tony was so special, talented and loved by so many. I am praying that our Lord will hold you close and cover you with peace.

Kristen McCormack

October 2, 2013

Lauren, Lindsey and Sandy, please know you are in our entire family's thoughts and prayers. May you find peace during this difficult time.

Kathy Gautier

October 2, 2013

He was my friend! He will be missed at FBCJ! Sending my love and prayers to his family. Sandy and girls, I will be praying for you. Love and hugs, Kathy Gautier

Larry Hill

October 2, 2013

I am the auditor of First South Bank in Jackson, TN and knew Tony through the IT relationship with our bank. He was a very congenial and knowledgeable man. I know his fellow workers at Horne will miss him as well as the family. My sympathy and my prayers go out to the family.

October 2, 2013

Dearest Sandy and family, I am grieved to my soul over the home-going of Tony. I was in the last year of TurningPoint and in just the few weeks he was with us that year grew to love him and know him just a little. What a joy it was to get reacquainted a few weeks ago at the reunion. He still had that glorious smile and gracious personality. My prayers are with all of you as you cherish the years you had together. God bless you.
In Christ,
Walt Pinder

Robin Allen

October 2, 2013

Lindsey, Rick and I are praying for you and your family at this sad time . We are so sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories you have of him bring you comfort in the days ahead. May God bless you , Robin

Hugh Lord

October 2, 2013

Sandra and family:
Polly and i are deeply saddened by the 'home going" of Tony. We know the Lord is filling your needs, and He is always faithful.

October 2, 2013

May the God of Comfort give you comfort in your time of need.

Glenda Ritchie

October 2, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. It was easy to tell how much he loved his family just by the way he spoke of each of you. Sorry I can't be there with you but know I'm there in spirit and lifting each of you up in prayer.

Sandra York

October 2, 2013

Deepest sympathy to the Brooks family. I worked with Tony before I retired from The Peoples Bank in Biloxi. He was always so nice and positive sharing his love of photography and his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Praying for all of you during this difficult time.

Ron Collins

October 2, 2013

I worked in the same building with Tony just after Deposit Guaranty had merged with First American Bank. He was always a pleasure to work with an always had a smile and something nice to say about everyone.

My sincere condolences and prayers to the Family in this time of sorrow.

Ron Collins
Florence, MS

October 2, 2013

What a wonderful man Tony was. He was always so upbeat and encouraging and made those around him feel good about themselves. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Your whole family is my thoughts and prayers. With love, Leila Lane

Valerie Burleigh

October 1, 2013

Dear Sandy and Family,
Your husband/father worked with my husband in Lafayette, Louisiana for many years. We ate supper with him several times and he always told us tales about your family's trips and the latest news. He was a kind man with a big heart. Our thoughts are with you.

Sincerely,
Valerie and Thomas Burleigh

Doug & Wanda Powell

October 1, 2013

We extend our sincere sympathy to Anthonys Family. Al and Gloria, we remember Anthony as a great youth and his love of photography. May God give you strength during this time of sadness. Doug & Wanda

Jeanne Herry

October 1, 2013

I worked briefly with Tony in Louisiana. He always had a smile and was a friend to ever new person he met. My prayers are with his family.

Carol Bryant

October 1, 2013

Dear Sandy, Lauren and Lindsey,
We were so shocked to hear about Tony. Tony was such a wonderful person and friend. I never saw him without a smile on his face. He was truly one of a kind. Please know that we will be lifting your family up in prayer, asking God to give you a peace that only He can give. Tony will be missed greatly but his memory will live on forever.
Love you,
Carol and Steve Bryant

Don & Twyla Moore

October 1, 2013

My friendship with Tony Brooks is deep in my heart. . . so many years that we shared together, at work, at church, and with family & friends. And with every single moment I had the privilege of spending with Tony, I saw a true example of a Christian husband, father, and friend. Contagiously positive and the kind of person you miss when he is not in the room. Our world is suffering a great loss with Tony's passing. Twyla and I extend our greatest sympathy to Sandy, Lauren, and Lindsey. Know how much we love your family and will be thinking of you and praying for you. Thank you for the great memories that will carry us through this grief. Our heartfelt love . . . Don and Twyla Moore

Carol Lloyd

October 1, 2013

Dear Sandy and family,
I have fond memories of Tony from Belhaven. Not only was he talented but he was extremely intelligent and personable. It never ceased to amaze me how he would study for 5 minutes for our Western Civ classes and ace them, or his lowest grade being a B.

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am praying for God's peace and comfort to surround all of you.
Sincerely,
Carol Ostenson Lloyd

October 1, 2013

I am so saddened at the loss we have of Tony. He was just an absolute expert in his field. His dynamic presence in a room was undeniable. I am so saddened for his family. He will be missed beyond measure.

October 1, 2013

Sandy,
Tom and I are so sorry for your loss. Tony touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. We will keep you and the girls in our prayers in the days to come. May you feel God's hand in yours as you go forward.
In His care,
Tom and Ginger Ostenson

October 1, 2013

All of us at HORNE are deeply saddened by Tony's passing. He always had a warm smile and a kind word. Please accept our sincere condolences. Julie Tatum

The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home

October 1, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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