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Elmer BROOKS Obituary

BROOKS, Elmer T.

Brig Gen, USAF (Ret)

Dec. 1932 - Nov. 2020

General Brooks passed away on November 15, 2020 in

Potomac Falls, VA. He lived a life devoted to his family, steadfast in his faith, and dedicated to serving his country.

Originally from Washington, DC, General Brooks graduated from Miami University (Ohio), received a master's degree from George Washington University (Distinguished graduate), and completed the Industrial College of the Armed Forces and the Executive Program of the School of Business of the

University of Virginia.

General Brooks had a wide variety of positions. Among them were Missile Combat Crew Commander during the Cuban

Missile Crisis; Flight Control Technologist for Gemini and

Apollo Space Missions at NASA; Military Assistant to two

Secretaries of Defense; Commander of a major Missile Wing, and played a direct role in formulating the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces and the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty in Switzerland. General Brooks was then recruited and retired from Senior Executive Service at NASA Headquarters.

General Brooks is survived by his loving wife, (Kathryn Casselberry, Dunbar High School, '52, Dayton, Ohio), three children, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Interment will be at a later date at the Arlington National Cemetery.

Arrangements by McGuire Funeral Service, Inc., Washington, DC. www.mcguire-services.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Dec. 2, 2020.

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Bill & Mona Roche

April 26, 2021

Our thoughts are with the family on your loss. I was stationed at McConnell AFB as a Titan II officer on my first assignment when he was the Vice Commander and Commander of the 381st SMW. My wife and I remember him as a caring individual. We also remember him also as a caring individual as he met with us and a "little brother" we were helping as part of the Big Brother Program

Audrey Brooks

December 4, 2020

Dearest Kathy,

As you know, your Elmer was the best brother-in-law one could ask for. He was a good man; kind and gentle. A wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He was honorable man in the United State Air Force. Making a way for those who will follow in his footsteps. My sincere love and condolences to you, my Sister Kathy and all the family. May the peace and love of God hold you close. And may you smile as you remember and cherish each beautiful memory. We had some grand times.

Always with love,
Your Sister,
Audrey and Family

Carolyn Woolridge

December 4, 2020

My family and I were very blessed to know General Brooks as a church member and the father of my friend Karen. Randy and I will forever be grateful for the model he gave all of us, especially our sons showing what true leadership looks like. General Brooks showed us what is possible when you allow God to direct your path. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Deaconess Brooks, Karen and the entire Brooks family.

Chistiane & Elie M.

December 4, 2020

Dad Brooks was a loving wonderful, humble father.
He played a role of a father and grand- daddy to me my husband Elie and our four beautiful children Joy, Joel, Jolie & Joshua.
We will greatly miss him.
May his soul rest in peace with the Lord Jesus.❤❤❤❤❤❤
Deepest condolences to mom Brooks, Karen,Victor,Eric and the rest of the Brooks family.
May the Lord comfort you all in Jesus's name. AMEN!!!

Janine and Dan Rubens

December 3, 2020

Dear Karen:
We are very sorry for your loss of your beloved father. May his blessed memory be a comfort to you and your family.

Loving Light Dishgarden

Ceceile Klein

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Lisa Jones (Daughter of Dwight & Barbara Paige)

November 30, 2020

My condolences to all of the Brooks Family! Prayers for comfort!

Stars of Life Standing Spray

Christiane Brooks

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