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Jon Brookes Obituary
The band said on its website that Brooks died in a hospital Tuesday.
Lead singer Tim Burgess tweeted that the band was "torn apart" by Brookes' death.
Brookes was a founding member of the band, which drew on funk, rock and psychedelia and came to be associated with the early 1990s "Madchester" scene. The multiple British hits of The Charlatans UK include "The Only One I Know" and "Can't Get Out of Bed."
Brookes was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2010 after collapsing onstage during a concert in Philadelphia. He had been working on new material with The Charlatans UK this summer.
He is survived by his wife and three daughters.
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Alicia Colella
August 22, 2013
RIP Jon
susan brooks
August 21, 2013
r.i.p jon, sadly missed by so many, my deepest sympathy for deb and the girls,xx
Sarah and Carl Linford
August 21, 2013
Jon was a mate of my partner when they was in school.such a sad loss of a lovely guy and an amazing drummer. R.I.P .Love to his family. hope he has a brilliant send off tomorrow.xx
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Kev Linford
August 20, 2013
I knew jon from junior school, and jon did'nt change his attitude towards anyone even though he was the drummer in a massive band. Always had time for a beer, very polite a true wednesbury lad. Gonna miss you pal.RIP mate.
Jones Family
August 19, 2013
Our prayers are with you.
Tee
August 19, 2013
Deepest Sympathy to Jons family, friends, what a fab musician and down to earth guy..may he be drumming in heaven. RIP Jon xx
Keith Vaughan
August 16, 2013
Hey Jon you will be missed forever, all heartbroken down here on the south coast! We were lucky enough to meet you on a few occasions and have a cheeky drink which is something that will stay with me for the rest of my life. Jon Brookes a true gentlmen and a true Charlatan!! R.I.P
Diane H.
August 16, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I am confident God will provide your family with the help & comfort you need.
Victoria&Andrew *:*
August 15, 2013
God Bless you
rip`~JON~
rest well upon
a new side of Life
within the next Light
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sharon scott diggs
August 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss..he was a awesome drumer..may god be with u in your hour of need may he comfort u and the family with his healing hands..god bless u..
sharon scott diggs
August 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss..may god comfort and be with u in your hour of need..god bless u ...
Alyssa
August 15, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the God of peace. John 3:16
D W
August 15, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow.
God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times. Psalms 91:2. May you find the needed strength from God, family and friends.
Aaron Mitchell
August 15, 2013
May the God of comfort be with family and friends. 2 Cor 1:3
Barb
August 15, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss and may family and friends of Jon Brookes find comfort in Gods inspired word the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16).
Steven and Beulah McKee
August 14, 2013
Deepest sympathy and prayers for the family.
Leland McClellan
August 14, 2013
Thanks for the music.
T.C. ....
August 14, 2013
The death of a loved one is always hard to take. However, we can take comfort in the hope we have through the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ. (John 11 24,25).
August 14, 2013
Psalm 147:3
August 14, 2013
RIP JON
Jane Dowling
August 14, 2013
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
Maryellen
August 14, 2013
Condolences to the family and friends of Jon Brookes, gone way too soon. R.I.P. Jon and God Bless you.
August 14, 2013
I loved Jon's music. He will be greatly missed.
G. Freeman
August 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
michelle plakas-kaiser
August 13, 2013
rip
Dwayne Bickham
August 13, 2013
in God's care rest in peace
Reed
August 13, 2013
I am very sorry to read about the passing of Mr Brooke's , may all of God promises incourage you (John 5:28) .
Mary Meredith
August 13, 2013
My deepest condolences to the family. May Jon now RIP.....................
August 13, 2013
My condolences to the Brooke's family. May the peace of God that excels all thought be with you through prayers and supplications.
Phillipians 4:6,7
Cathleen Johnson
August 13, 2013
Sweet Jesus, please heal this family and friends of the loss that they feel. In Jesus Almight Name!
d d
August 13, 2013
didn t know him or music so sad my heart goes out to his family r i p
August 13, 2013
Thank you for the memories! My condolences to your family <3
August 13, 2013
As the days and weeks pass,and as you return to your daily routines,may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.
Terri
August 13, 2013
To the wife and daughters, sorry for your loss and may God be with you through these hard times
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