Photo courtesy of Biega Funeral Home - Middletown
Middletown, Connecticut
May 2, 1940 – Mar 27, 2025
The world became a little less mischievous on March 27, 2025, when Donald J. “Butch”
Brookes, 84, took his final bow at his home in Moodus, leaving behind a legacy of love,
laughter, and well-timed pokes with his cane.
Born to Harry and Mary (Kucharcik) Brookes on May 2,...
Read MoreAudrey and family. I got to know Don through Russ Bennett, so a little later in his life. Thoroughly enjoyed sharing a little time on mechanical hobbies with him. Always enjoyed his witty upbeat disposition. Quite an animated "character". Happy to had a chance to share some of this lifetime with him. Sincerely, Scott Taylor, Westbrook
Scott W. Taylor
June 28, 2025 | Friend
Miss you, Dad.
Kelly B
April 06, 2025 | Higganum, CT | Daughter
Dear Audrey, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family as you mourn the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I will keep you all in my prayers. Sincerely, Grace H. Rogers
Grace H. Rogers
April 03, 2025 | Middletown, CT | Friend
We played together at Annie’s farm. I think I was 4 and he was 3. Rip Butch.
Carol (Kucharik) Puotinen
April 02, 2025 | Huntley, IL | Family
A life well-lived. God bless all.
The Santacroce Family
April 01, 2025
Audrey, so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Hang on to those memories and remember he’ll always be with you.
Denise (Rich) Grasso
Denise Grasso
March 31, 2025 | Higganum,, CT
I was fortunate enough to meet Butch and only wish we all had more time with him. My heart goes out to Audrey and their entire family.
Nathan
March 31, 2025 | Family
What a great friend. Many laughs and pranks. We will miss you.
Bob and Fran Davis
March 31, 2025 | Haddam, CT | Friend
There’s nothing more wonderful than a family that stays together and grows together for generations ❤ So many memories to be thankful for and to pass on.
Frances Dutch
March 31, 2025 | Moodus, CT | Family