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Brooke Gibbs Obituary
1988-2017
Brooke Elaine Burgher Gibbs, 29, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 25, 2017. Brooke was born on February 1, 1988, in Houston, Texas. She was the much-anticipated first child of Brian and Tiffany Burgher. She married the love of her life, Tracy Osborn Gibbs, on March 29, 2014, on Avery Island, Louisiana.
From the day she was born, Brooke was a shining star. As a child, she expressed a sunny personality, an inquisitive mind, and a joyful spirit of play and friendship. As she grew into an adult, that sunny personality remained, buoyed by an uncommon intelligence, an innate understanding of the importance of genuine friendships, and an abiding love of sports and athletics. Brooke was an exceptional athlete and fierce competitor who excelled at many sports but particularly at basketball. She was a three-year starter at Stratford High School, set a school record for the most free throws made in one season (2006), finished in 5th place for scoring in the city of Houston, and won the Don Coleman Award for outstanding basketball player of the year in the Spring Branch ISD. Brooke finished college in three years and was a proud 2009 graduate of Texas A&M University at College Station and a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. For the past seven years, Brooke worked for Engage2Excel, a recruiting firm, where she impressed co-workers, clients, and prospective employees alike with her outstanding problem-solving and people skills. Although Brooke worked in an online environment, she developed positive, meaningful relationships with her clients and applicants through her commitment to her craft and her ability to communicate her focused goals and objectives without ever having face-to-face meetings.
Brooke was a prodigious hunter and fisherman. For 20 years, she and the rest of the Burgher family enjoyed annual Thanksgiving hunts with the Gabrisch family. She shot dove in Argentina, nilgai and white-tailed deer in South Texas, and skeet at the Rolling Rock Club in Pennsylvania.
Tracy and Brooke traveled the world in style, and their photos on Facebook and Instagram reflect their shared love of visiting a myriad of destinations– from Port Eads to Port Aransas; from Telluride to Turks & Caicos; from Cancun to Cabo; from New York to New Orleans; from Lake McQueeney to Las Vegas; from Austin to Australia – with each other or with their wide range of friends, from San Antonio to College Station to Houston to Beaumont.
Brooke believed in giving back. She was a registered organ and tissue donor. Through her gifts, others will go on to live healthy and productive lives.
Brooke was preceded in death by her loving grandparents, Rob Elaine Burgher and George Burgher, and David Doucette. She is survived by her best friend and loving husband, Tracy Gibbs; loving parents, Brian and Tiffany Burgher; twin sisters Libby Burgher and Shelby Burgher; grandmother Margaret Doucette; aunts and uncles Susie & Matt Pyle; Brian & Katherine Thompson; Elaine Burgher & Suzanne Jerrett; Ellen & Mike Williams; Lisa & Kelly Haws; cousins: Blake Barnett; Hannah & Henry Haws; Sarah & Ryan Lavin-Burgher; Sloan, Stockton and Sawyer Pyle; Courtney & John Spafford; Will Thompson; mother-in-law Patty Gibbs; brother-in-law Shelby Gibbs, wife Lindsay, and their children Gray and Reed; sister-in-law Rosemary Talkington, husband Lance, and their children Avery, Tyler, and Miles.
The Burgher and Gibbs families would like to thank friends and family for the outpouring of love and support we have received during this incredibly difficult time. We will always love Brooke, and her strong and positive presence will live in our hearts forever.
There will be a memorial service on Friday, June 30, 2017, at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, 11612 Memorial Drive, Houston, at 11:00 a.m. A burial service will follow at noon on Saturday, July 1, 2017, at the Sacred Grove on Avery Island, Louisiana.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to one of the following groups: 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer's – Southeast www.act.alz.org/goto/brookegibbs – Brooke Gibbs' team GrandStandsForACure); Alzheimer's Regional Office, 700 North Street, Ste. M, Beaumont, TX 77701; or The Brookwood Community, 1752 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX 77423.
2 Thessalonians 3:16: Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all.
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for Brooke Gibbs
Gayle Myles-Young
June 22, 2025
Seems like yesterday but I know she is still a pleasant memory to many. Rest well
Gayle Myles-Young
June 22, 2022
It doesn't seem like 5yrs, what a blessing she was to many. Rest in Peace Brooke.
Gayle Myles-Young
June 26, 2018
It's been a year only seems like yesterday. Oh how you are missed by many. You are soaring with the angels. Rest in Heaven my dear Brooke. You are .
July 22, 2017
Worked with Brooke as a client. She was great.
Oscar Williams
Lori O'Boyle
July 10, 2017
Words cannot express my sadness - Brooke's beauty was not just on the outside but on the inside in the lovely humble kind person she was to all.
Steven and Wendy Ridenour
July 5, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerardo Castellanos
July 5, 2017
My prayers are with her family.
July 3, 2017
I want to send my deepest condolences to the family at this difficult time.I wanted to share this promise from God word that in the near future we will see our dear loves ones again, I hope this give your family comfort....(John 6:40)!!!Stephen
Dolores Liucci
July 3, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
My most sincere condolences, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dolores Liucci
Carol Waldrop
July 2, 2017
No words can adequately express our sadness at the loss of your Brooke. She was such an outstanding young lady and so beautiful and I know she was the light and heart of your family. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
The Waldrop family
Jacqueline & Tom
July 1, 2017
We are so very truly sorry to hear of Brooke's passing, and are both unspeakably sad that we won't have the chance to get to know her better. Brooke was always so warm and welcoming to us when we were able to spend time together and it's heart-warming to have seen such an outpouring of love and affection for her on here and on social media. It's clear that Brooke was someone who touched a great many people's lives in a rare way, and will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brooke's and Tracy's family, now and in the times to come.
Krissy Filip Henke
June 30, 2017
Brian, Mrs. Burgher and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. By looking at all the pictures and reading all the things people have said about her I can see she was a beautiful person inside and out. Praying for God to give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Marilyn Gresham
June 30, 2017
Dear Tiffany and Brian,
We are so terribly shocked and saddened to hear of your dear Brooke's passing. We will hold you close in our thoughts and prayers as you go forward . I know you have many blessings from this sweet life to be eternally grateful for and hold close in your hearts. May God bless you and help you heal in your time of this tragic grief.
Love you guys, Marilyn and Richard
ROSIE CAMPA
June 30, 2017
I can still recall when I heard of her being born. She was a very curious girl, I'm glad to see that she grew up into a beautiful woman. And to also know that she was very loved by all. My prayers to the family.
Kelly (Deiasi) Shellgren
June 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Burgher and Gibbs families. Brooke was one of a kind and will be deeply missed by many. I pray you all find strength in all of the sadness, knowing how very loved your daughter and wife was by so many. I know she is glowing in heaven watching over all of you. "When you are sorrowful, look again in your heart and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight" -Khalil Gibran
Georgia Ellison Grainger
June 30, 2017
I am so terribly saddened by Brooke's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Brooke through KKG as her big sis and a little at SHS. She was such a joy to be around. While we did not directly keep up after A&M, whenever we would run into each other in Houston, no time had passed. My prayers are with you all!
June 30, 2017
Dear Brian and Tiffany,
George and I were heartbroken to hear of Brooke's passing. May God give you the strength to make it through this day and the days ahead. Our hearts and prayers go out to you, Tracy and family at this extremely difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jeri and George
Britain Moore
June 30, 2017
My heart hurts for Brooke's husband and family. Growing up with Brooke was a great privilege. She was a bright light in every life she encountered. Abnormally intelligent, dedicated, and beautiful in every way. I will cherish my fond memories of Brooke forever.
Sharon Rinehart
June 29, 2017
Dear Libby,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love, The May Family
Kathy Covey
June 29, 2017
Dear Tiffany and Brian,
Steve and I are deeply saddened and heartbroken for the tragic loss of your precious Brooke! Know that all The Burgher and Gibb family and friends are in our continued thoughts and prayers! May God's love give you the strength and peace you need at such a difficult time!
Love,
The Coveys
Markley Masraff Berg
June 29, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear about Brooke. I pray that God will comfort your family during this time. I always adored your family- all of your girls have grown into beautiful young ladies! I will pray for peace for all of you.
Amy Miller
June 29, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with Brooke's family and her dear husband. I worked with Brooke for 4 years while at Decision Toolbox and she was always such a joy and such a positive light. I know there are no words that can take away the pain - may you find comfort in the amazing memories you shared with Brooke. Brooke - you will never be forgotten!
Hector & Monica Cubria
June 29, 2017
My deepest sympathies go out to your family. May God give you peace.
June 29, 2017
Tiffany, Brian, Shelby, Libby and Tracy,
We are so very sorry about the heartbreaking loss of your wonderful Brooke! You are constantly in our thoughts! Our deepest condolences!
The Pugliano family
Diane Snyder
June 29, 2017
All of us at HAPL are so saddened for your loss. We will keep your family in our hearts and in our prayers.
Jerry Niekamp
June 29, 2017
My prayers go out to Brian, Tiffany and Tracy and my heart hurts knowing that the World lost such a wonderful person. My words fail to express how sad I am that Brooke has left her loving family, but she will always be in their hearts and minds forever.
June 29, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss may you find comfort in the God of all comfort Matthews 5:4
June 29, 2017
Offering my condolences on the loss of your loved one. God patiently listens to the prayers of the broken hearted. May he help you heal while you grieve. Psalms 86:5; 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Ray Garcia Jr.
June 29, 2017
My honor and pleasure was to have known Brooke even for the brief of time and she will be missed by all of us who's lives she touched and know she will be dearly missed but never forgotten as she in now with our Lord our God in Heaven. It was a pleasure to witness the friendship and love Brooke and Tracy extended to their friends and those they newly met. Myself and my family benefited from their love and friendship and will continue this relationship through Tracy.
Tracy I know there are no words that will ease the intense pain you are enduring with the shocking loss of your beloved Brooke. Your deep love for Brooke is causing your crushing pain but know that its Brooke's endearing love for you that will see you through this hollowed darkness and sadness.
Tracy I am so sorry for your devastating loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elizabeth Shulark
June 29, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Burgher family and Brooke's husband. Although I didn't know Brooke, it is clear she was a wonderful young woman and loved by all.
June 29, 2017
Sorry to hear about your lost of your family member.May the family reflect on her memories but more importantly draw Comfort from our God who give Comfort in these trying times. JB
Tarah Baker
June 28, 2017
I did not know Brooke but we have several mutual friends that I knew in high school in Houston. I heard about this tragedy and while saying my nightly prayers tonight I just felt compelled to write a message to you, her family and friends, to let y'all know that I am so very sorry for your loss. What a beautiful woman she seemed to be, inside and out. Her shining light will not be put out, she will live on forever in your hearts and in God's loving arms. May you all find peace.
Alice Gullett
June 28, 2017
Such a precious young lady! I am so very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort during this extremely difficult time.
Meghan Denney
June 28, 2017
Brooke was an amazing friend to all who knew her. She was my very first friend when I transferred to A&M . She made a new place become less intimidating and was always a good friend to lean on. I remember when her cat got pregnant and had her kittens in Alex's closet and all the fun times when those kittens kept being moved out of her room and we kept moving them back. I remember when she told me about Tracy and how head over heels she was the second she met him. She will be so very missed by all who knew her. My heart goes out to her family and her husband. Brooke Rest in heaven sweet girl we will never forget you.
Wishing she was still here but knowing she is lighting up heaven now with her beautiful smile.
June 28, 2017
To Tiffany, Brian, Shelby and Libby, We have just heard the devastating news of Brooke's passing and wanted to immediately extend our deepest condolences for your loss. When we arrived from the U.K. In December 1991 and resided directly opposite you in Houston, we were so new and you all made us feel so welcome. We all remember Brooke so fondly in our five years there as a lively and vivacious young girl. Louise, Stephen and James, remember kicking the can with Brooke, the street parties and the Burghers famous Texas BBQs. You all will be constantly in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Love from Peter and Jackie Evans
Trish Weese
June 28, 2017
I was and am still so shocked and sadden to hear of Brooke's passing. I worked with Brooke virtually for a year before finally getting to meet her face to face. When I did, she was everything I thought she'd be and more. We sat across each other at dinner one night, and she excitedly told me about her engagement and wedding plans and very patiently explained to this California girl what a "landman" was. I will never forget when our food came - I was starving and dug into my salad and Brooke asked "Is that salad good?" I thought she was teasing me about how fast I dug in. I replied "It is REALLY good!" and Brooke just looked at me for half a second, then reached across the table, stabbed my salad with her fork and took a great big bite. I loved her instantly!!
She was truly a beautiful girl, inside and out, and my heart is absolutely broken for all who loved her. I remember that sweet girl, smiling and talking about her wedding and plans for the future, and it's unfathomable that just a few short years later she is gone. God Bless all who loved her.
Adrian and Matt Waltmon
June 28, 2017
Our hearts are broken but we will love you until the end of time. Heaven holds the faithful departed.
nancy hagman
June 28, 2017
Brooke was so beautiful and friendly. It was only a month or so ago that I visited with Brooke and Tracy at the Ski Lodge. It seems unimaginable that she is gone. My thoughts and prayers are with her devoted husband and family.
Mitchell Buchman
June 28, 2017
Brooke and my daughter Lauren played basketball together starting around age 10. Getting to know Brooke and her family was part of the real joy of that experience. My family and I were blessed that we had the opportunity to get to know Brooke and will think of those wonderful days as her gift to us all.
Jennifer (Miller) Barry
June 28, 2017
I grew up a block from Brooke and treasure the time we spent playing kick-the-can and basketball. She was always positive, encouraging and I really admired her confidence! She will be forever in our hearts!
Cooper Dickerson
June 28, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic and sudden loss of Brooke. My deepest condolences to Tracy, Brian & Tiffany, Shelby & Libby and the rest of the Burgher and Gibbs family. From the day I knew Brooke growing up together in grade school to our years at TAMU she was one of the smartest, strongest, and joyful people I knew and was always fun to be around. Brooke will be missed dearly by many family and friends.
June 28, 2017
Dear Burgher and Gibb Families,
I did not know Brooke, but my daughter (who also did not know Brooke, but was an Aggie) told me about her accident. Even though my daughter, Judith, did not know Brooke, she said she had always heard so many wonderful things about her in her group of friends. In our conversation last night, she was very touched by what happened, and I wanted you to know I am praying for you and asking our Father in Heaven to bring great good from this tragedy. I felt compelled to write. May God bless you with much strength, faith, and love at this time.
Sincerely,
Amy Maloney
San Antonio
Vicky Abraham
June 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.God bless
Larry Goad
June 28, 2017
I worked with Brooke on recruiting technical talent for my group. She was always a great help in finding people and fun to talk to. I will miss our calls as she was a definite set of bright spots in my week.
Anne Williams
June 28, 2017
I am so very sorry for your sudden loss.
Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's amazing Grace comfort you all during this time.
Mark Boyt
June 28, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Tracy, Brian, Mrs. Burgher I know you will carry her with you always, please do not let this tragedy define your lives.
Amber Koons
June 28, 2017
Prayers and love for Brooke's entire family and friends. Such a tragedy for someone so young and full of life. God bless you all ❤
Carolyn Greene
June 28, 2017
Tiffany, Brian, Libby and Shelby, I can see the love and adoration Brooke shared with you and with her family and friends. Such a tragedy to hear this news, especially after reading the beautiful message you wrote about her amazing life. She will live on and on - in your thoughts, in those touched by her special donations and up above. May you feel God's presence right now as He helps you through the coming days and beyond.
Karen Varacek
June 28, 2017
WE were so sad to hear about Brooke. We know how proud you are of all of your girls. Please know Tim ,myself, Alyssa and Kyle are thinking and praying for your entire family. You are a close family with so much love. We know your family love will bring all of you peace and comfort at this very difficult time. God bless Brooke, such a remarkable woman.
June 28, 2017
The Burgher's Family's I see you shed some tears and I understand your grief . I'm also sad for this tragedy. You must be strong now and you will see that time heals all wound . My deepest condolence:
Ingrid Sitter
June 28, 2017
Die Zeit heilt keine Wunden, sie mindert nur den Schmerz.
Ich fühle mit Euch.
Mickey Phelan
June 28, 2017
Dear Tracy, Lindsey & Shelby, Brooke and your Families are in my thoughts and prayers that God may provide you comfort. May God Bless all of you, Mickey
The Miller Family
June 28, 2017
Tracy, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and I ask that God provides you with comfort during your grieving. We will keep Brooke's memories with us and God will, too. Malachi 3:16
Sending our condolences.
Lane and Sharon Leissner
June 28, 2017
We are so heartbroken for your family. Our prayer is that God will give you comfort during this tragic loss. Brooke will always be remembered as a beautiful person in every way.
John Milan
June 27, 2017
I can't imagine the heartbreak your family is going through. We love you and Brooke and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ganesa Allen
June 27, 2017
I met/worked with Brooke at Swift and then went on to work with her at DT for a short time. It was a pleasure to have known her & I couldn't be more shocked/saddened to hear of her passing. She was beautiful, kind, funny & definitely had the power to light up a room anywhere she went. I will miss seeing her photos on my newsfeed of all her adventures. Sending my sincere condolences & prayers to her husband/family/loved ones.
Deb and Ned Tyrone
June 27, 2017
Our thought and prayers-are with the two family's now and in the days to come ! We did not know Brook personally but though the family ! As I know God has this and we may never know why but with his his loving arm around both families they Know she is with the lord Jesus Christ and will be looking forward one day in seeing them all again . May God bless you all and just know because he lives we can face tomorrow ! In his name peace be with you all ! Love Ned and Deb Tyrone
June 27, 2017
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time
~ Pamela & Kevin Ferworn (NF Neighbors)
June 27, 2017
Sending prayers for graces and peace fir your family as you navigate this difficult journey. Lifting up prayers of peace for all of you.
Mary Matthew
June 27, 2017
Words cannot express how heartbroken I am for all of us who knew and loved this exceptional person.
Catherine Verret Pinkston
June 27, 2017
I am beyond saddened by the news of Brooke's passing. She was always smiling and making others laugh, and that's what I'll remember most about her. My prayers go out to the Burgher and Gibbs families. She will be greatly missed!
AR
June 27, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family. May God continue to comfort you during this difficult.
June 27, 2017
the Ellison family is so very sorry for your loss. both my daughters Glenna who knew her at SHS and Georgia who knew her at TAMU & with Kappa. Such a very sad & tragic loss of a beautiful young woman inside & out.
Nancy Ellison
June 27, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all relatives and friends! We are deeply saddened by this loss. Alison and Bill Kimble
Cameron Goodwin
June 27, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with Tracy and the rest of the Gibbs and Burgher families.
Liz Laporte
June 27, 2017
Tiffany always told her girls..." be your own rainbow". Well we have lost a rare and beautiful rainbow. May love and friends heal your hearts.
Melanie and Stan Mays
June 27, 2017
We are so deeply saddened by the incomprehensible loss of Brooke. May her beautiful memory always be a comfort to you.
Jenn Bensusen
June 27, 2017
My heart is with Brooke's family, friends and with Tracy. What an incredible young woman who was taken way too soon. I adored working with her and getting to know her over the last 6 yrs. she was a wonderful person inside and out. As Maya Angelo said "people will not remember what you said or did, but how you made them feel". She made everyone feel. Rest easy my friend, I know you are having an amazing time in heaven. Watch out for us, ok? Xoxox
Marlene Auth
June 27, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Brooke's entire family. She was such a kind and loving person. God grant her peace! Prayers to you all during this time of such great loss.
Nancy Testerman
June 27, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Polly & Kent Maddox
June 27, 2017
Brooke has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed
June 27, 2017
We are so saddened at the loss of your beautiful daughter who was so full of life and love. Cassie Bayack
Betsy Wilkerson
June 27, 2017
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Let God hold and guide you through this most difficult time.
Gayle n Jana Griffin
June 27, 2017
Our prayers go out to family and friends at this time. Brooke was such a kind person. Tracy may your family and friends and our heavenly Father hold you in your time of need.May God Bless you all.
Don and Mary Kay Coleman
June 27, 2017
Sending our heartfelt prayers and sympathy and comfort.
Dale Cheesman
June 27, 2017
Brooke is one of the greatest girls I have ever known. Sweet, smart and beautiful. I will never forget the night she sat at my blackjack table at the high school prom night party... she stayed there all night and wiped out the bank. I told her she should fly to Vegas and do it again!
Then she married my landman and friend Tracy, and so he became the smartest young man I ever knew. And I always reminded him of that, but he already knew!
I cry with you.
Love and prayers,
Dale Cheesman
BILLIE Gayle Young
June 27, 2017
I remember my Mom being all happy when telling me that Brian and wife had Brooke. She was such a cute kid,Mom had pictures because Brian and Tiffany always made her feel like a family member.I am so sorry for the family loss,we don't know the plans God has but we must trust and believe his timing. You will be missed and I prayer grace and Mercy surround the family with God's Love. Gayle
Chris & Shannon Key
June 27, 2017
Chris and I send our love and prayers to both the Burgher and Gibbs families, as well as to all of Brooke's friends. Her light will shine as bright in Heaven as it did on earth.
Tom McNeill
June 27, 2017
We pray for peace and comfort for the Burghers and Gibbs families... It is an incredible loss, but we can take heart knowing Brooke's Christian faith. She is at peace now.
Doug and Sally Kuni
June 27, 2017
All of our thoughts and prayers are with the Burgher's and the Gibb's. She was such a bright light in this world.
Love - Doug and Sally Kuni
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