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Jack Alexander "Chip" Brooks Jr.

1954 - 2021

BORN

1954

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory (43rd St. Chapel) - Bradenton

604 43rd Street West

Bradenton, Florida

Jack Brooks Obituary

Name: Service for Jack Alexander "Chip" Brooks Jr.
Start: 2021-12-17T18:00:00.000Z
Location: West Bradenton Baptist Church

Jack Alexander "Chip" Brooks, Jr
September 15, 1954 - December 9, 2021
Bradenton, Florida - Jack Alexander "Chip" Brooks, Jr of Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully Thursday, December 9, 2021, at the age of 67. He was born September 15, 1954, in Morristown, TN to Jack and Tommie Jean (Cornette) Brooks. After leaving Carson Newman College in Jefferson City, TN in 1977-he moved to FL where he started a very long and successful tennis coaching career. Chip was one of the starting employees of the world famous NBTA-Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy (IMG) where he was Director of Tennis. He had the privilege of working and traveling with tennis legends such as Boris Becker, Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, Maria Sharapova, Mary Pierce, Jelena Jankovic, Sabine Lisicki, Vicky Duval and Natalia Vikhlyantsva. Chip was a Master Professional, the highest recognition offered by the USPTA. He was named the USPTA Kentucky Pro of the Year in 1988, USPTA Florida Pro of the Year in 1998 and 1999. Chip loved the outdoors bass fishing and hunting. One of his favorite fishing trips was to the Amazon River for Peacock Bass. Chip served as a Deacon and Sunday school teacher at his church, West Bradenton Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Tommie Jean Brooks. Chip is survived by his wife, Patty of 41 years and children Jake Brooks, Lindsay Hitte (Robert), Jared Brooks, and Lacey Morvay (Matthew). Siblings Gayle Brooks Mermilliod, Rhonda Brooks Hawkins and Steven Wayne Brooks. Five grandchildren: Lillian, Collins, Kinsley, Gregory, and Caroline. Services will be held on Friday,, December 17,, 2021, at 1:00pm at West Bradenton Baptist Church, 1305 43rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34209. In lieu of flowers please consider: J316 Ministries 298 43rd St W Bradenton, FL 34209. Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street West Bradenton, FL 34209, is in charge of the services. Condolences may be made to: www.brownandsonsfuneral.com

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Dec. 12, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Jack Brooks

13 Entries

Drew GREGG

October 24, 2024

Pat, You have our deepest sympathies on the passing of Chip. We were best fishing buddies and I know Chip was also a "Fisher of Men". Bass wishes, Drew

Steve Pace

February 10, 2023

I am incredibly sorry for the passing of Chip. I will miss him greatly.

Steve Pace

Joe Dinoffer

February 1, 2022

So sorry and deep condolences. Just heard about your loss so apologies for the delay. Have not seen Chip in years, but remember so well when he received a major national USPTA award (an eagle on a stand) and stood in front of hundreds and said, "Back in Tennessee, we use these things as hood ornaments!" The crowd erupted in laughter and applause.

December 16, 2021

I hate that I didn't see Chip over the years very much based on him living in FL, but I was able to talk to him last year when he was in town, so I won't forget that. Even though he was 5 years older than me, when we were younger, he never treated me like some people do when there is an age difference. He was always glad to see you and would start up conversation. Prayers for the entire Brooks family.

David Fair

December 15, 2021

My sincere condolences to Patti, Jake, Jarrad, Lindsey and Lacey. Chip was always a pleasure to be around and always supportive. Love and prayers to you all from the entire Fair Family.

Ricardo Icaza

December 13, 2021

My condolences to Chip's family, I share your sadness, his love will always be within each of you!
I was lucky to work under his leadership here at the Academy, I am very thankful to Chip for giving me the job. Chip...may you rest in eternal peace in the Arms of the Lord! Keep fishing and coaching!

Jan Hunsader

December 12, 2021

I knew Chip through my nephew Joe Hunsader and my husband Paul Hunsader. Joe and Paul were a very good friend of Chips. After Joe died Chip would come over to the house and talk tennis.

John Brown

December 12, 2021

Chip always had a solution, no matter what the situation. He was good friend and will be missed.

Lynn Dorton

December 12, 2021

I was blessed to get to work with Chip at IMG,he made it a lot of fun. Chip never met a stranger and really cared about people. He always had such great stories to tell. I’m sure he touched thousands of lives, including mine, and I know he will be greatly missed. Sending love and prayers to his beautiful family. ❤

Melissa Winslow Langley

December 11, 2021

Chip, you always made me smile!! What a life you lived. Go in peace old friend!

Imogene Brewer

December 11, 2021

Thinking of you at this sad time and asking God to surround you with His perfect peace and love.I am a friend in Jefferson City.

John D Williams

December 10, 2021

Chip was a great friend for many years! Chip had a contagious personality And was loved by all! He never met a stranger! RIP

Michael and Ann Bales

December 10, 2021

Patty, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. We know that you are comforted by the knowledge that Chip is now dwelling with his Heavenly Father. We love you!

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