Mableton, Georgia
Feb 19, 1934 – Jan 11, 2022
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Thursday, January 27, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, 35876 Brett Way, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. A visitation will be held on Monday, February 14, at 10:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Catholic Church, 22800 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Information for the livestream can be found at the bottom of the obituary. Interment will follow at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway in Cheltenham, MD 20623.
**Information for the livestream can be found at the bottom of the obituary**
Obituary
Mary Ann Brooks, 87, of Mableton, GA peacefully went home to the Lord at WellStar Cobb Hospital in Austell, GA on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. She was born in Leonardtown, MD to the late William Hayden and Leona Smallwood. Mary Ann was educated in the St. Mary's County school system. Mary Ann developed a strong work ethic at an early age. She worked as a laundress at the Leonardtown Laundry for 24 years, a sales representative at Ben Franklin Store's craft department for 27 years, and she provided hospitality services at the Hampton Inn in Lexington Park for 8 years.
Mary Ann married Charles Aloysius Brooks on July 11, 1953 and raised their four children in Leonardtown. She was well-loved and respected by all those who met her, and she never met a stranger. Her sense of family extended well beyond the walls of her home. She made an impact on so many people's lives with her infectious smile and her love of laughter. She could warm your heart with just one word, "BABY". Mary Ann enjoyed cooking to include her specialties; Southern Maryland Stuffed Ham and potato salad. She enjoyed singing in a local band in St. Mary's County as a young adult. She had a passion for working with her hands. Her other hobbies included crocheting, floral arranging, cross-stitching, quilting, and ceramics. She also treasured time spent playing cards with family and friends.
Mary Ann had a warm spirit and a devout faith in the Lord. She was a faithful Catholic who believed in the power of prayer. She worshipped at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Leonardtown, MD. Upon moving to Georgia, she worshipped at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church in Atlanta.
Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Brooks; son, Aaron Brooks; son-in-law, Larry Dyson; parents: William Hayden and Leona Smallwood; brother, George Smallwood (Margaret); brothers and sisters-in-law: Thomas "Tommy" Shade, Jr., James Brooks (Martha), Robert "Knute" Brooks (Genevieve), William "Dickie" Brooks (Bernice), Francis "Coy" Brooks (Helen) and Thomas "Tommy" Brooks.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Beverly Brooks of Mableton, GA; David "Troy" Hayden (Gloria) of California, MD; Deborah "Peaches" Dyson of Mableton, GA; grandchildren: Carlos Brooks (Vicky) of Great Mills, MD; George Brooks (Jurea) of Charlotte, NC; Terence Brooks of California, MD; great grandchildren: Shemar Brooks, Parren Barnes, Kareem Gough, Akari Brooks, Ta'Kiyah Brooks and
Maxwell Brooks; siblings: Charles Smallwood (Nancy) of Huntingtown, MD; Gloria Shade of Upper Marlboro, MD; uncle: George Smallwood of Washington, DC; sister-in-law: Ada Brooks of Chester, VA; godchildren: Mary Young, Karen Hayden, Angela Collick, Dwayne Young, Carla Adams, and Brittany Greer.
Mary Ann entrusts a legacy of love and faith to her nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends to include Joseph Scott, Delores Thompson, Jackie Thompson, Harry Mason, Sabrina Stewart, and Ruth Yates. She asks all to keep in memory and prayer, the deceased Joseph and Nancy Smallwood, Mary Catherine Kane, Karen Scott, and Catherine Mason.
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My deepest sympathies are with the Family during this time.I used to work with Mary Ann at the Leonardtown Laundry back in 1969-1973.....
Larry Norris
February 04, 2022 | Leonardtown, MD
Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of Ms. Mary. Hold to memories that she has left. May God comfort you all during this time.
Robert Young
January 25, 2022 | Great Mills, MD
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Mary Dryden
January 23, 2022 | Leonardtown, MD
Beverly, Troy and Peaches
Our deepest sympathies are with you during this time. May your belief and trust in God give you strength during your emotional moments.
When you look at the stars at night, just visualize that they are the porch lights of your loved ones welcoming Aunt Mary Ann home.
Our prayers are with you.
Thomas & Mary Brooks
January 23, 2022 | Clinton, MD
Beverly, Troy and Peaches
Our deepest sympathies are with you during this time. Unfortunately We can not attend her home going due to medical reasons, but wanted you to know that we're praying for God's healing power to sustain you.
When you look at the stars just think of them as porch lights welcoming our loved ones home. Stay blessed family.
Thomas & Mary Brooks
January 23, 2022 | Clinton, MD
In times like these, words couldn't possibly be enough. But we wanted you to know that we're thinking of you,Troy. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Harry and Shirley Lisenby
January 21, 2022 | Fort Washington, MD
Carlos and Family I am so sorry for your loss. She was the sweetest lady. I am so glad I got to meet her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Beth Ward
January 21, 2022 | Leonardtown, MD
