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Heather Brooks Obituary

BROOKS Heather Paige Brooks, age 16, of Columbus, formerly of Canal Winchester, died unexpectedly Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at her residence. Born May 20, 1996 in Columbus, she was a junior at Franklin Heights High School. She was employed at Tim Horton's, and enjoyed photography, writing poetry, and music. Survived by her mother, Jennifer Brooks; sister, Veronica Nott; grandparents, James and Sarah Hoover, Charles Alexander; and many other relatives and friends. Heather left this world to go somewhere to find everlasting peace and comfort. She was a bright, amazing young lady. She was a sister, a daughter, a granddaughter, a niece, and a friend to all. She had dreams. She wanted to go away to school for social work and get her degree. Heather wanted to help children the way she had been helped. She loved animals, but her first love was always cats. She was loved by so many and has left so many lives forever changed. With the sixteen years we had, so much was learned from Heather, and she gave so much. With the years that were given, Heather left her stamp on the world, and she left her family and friends making them such better people than they ever were before they met her. Visitation will be 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, where funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. Private interment will be at Union Grove Cemetery. Donations may be made in Heather's name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com
Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 27 to Sep. 28, 2012.

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Jennifer Brooks

September 26, 2013

Today has been a year since you left us. But you will always be in my heart. I miss you every second of the day and I will always love you. Love Your Mom

Kyle Phillips

August 24, 2013

Im sorry for not helping you when I could have.I miss you so much...

LuKas "Kelly"

April 26, 2013

Everyday i think about you. i miss you more than anything. i can lose it all if you came back. i wanna make a cake for your birthday cake for you just to remember you, but i cant stand to eat it. i dont i can make it without losing control. you were my only friend. i miss you heather "feather".

Veronica Nott

April 12, 2013

Miss you so very much my sister, my friend. Still can't believe you are gone. Feels like yesterday you were laughing and smiling with me over the stupidest things. Miss you like crazy. Love,
Me

March 24, 2013

Tomorrow will be 6 months, and I still think about you every single day. I miss you so, so much. I wish you were here with me getting better, running track, and worrying about college, the way it should've been. It hasn't gotten much easier. You'll be forever in my heart, my best friend, my "sister", my Heathypoo.
Love you always girl <3

Veronica Nott

March 10, 2013

I miss you so much. Yesterday, was my first birthday without you. Easter is right around the corner too. Sometimes, the sadness just overwhelms me, and I want to go to wherever you are. But I know I can't. I love you forever and always, my sister, my friend.

Kiara Bowers

March 10, 2013

Heather, I miss you sooo much everyday... life is hard living without your bestfriend , because you were like family... but I know I have to be strong and you would want me to be strong and move on.. I love you baby girl and I can't wait to see you in the afterlife <3

devon hays

March 9, 2013

Heather, we were friends at the time, but you were such a good friend to me. i miss you so much. you are such an amazing and beautiful girl. i love you and miss you dearly. RIP

Lucas Kellenberger "kelly"

February 14, 2013

i Really miss you today.

LuKas Kellenberger "Kelly Moon"

January 30, 2013

God i miss you so much. I love you girly. My "feather" paige...

Alexys Spirnak

December 18, 2012

It's been a little over 2 months, and i miss you ): I have noone to talk to. I will see you soon. RIP

Alexys Spirnak

October 11, 2012

Heather, its been too long. I miss you so much <3 You were my bestfriend. We always had fun . Rest In Peace (: I love you .

brooklin harker

October 5, 2012

heather brooks was my best friend i miss her so much. nut ill knows shes always going to be in my heart. she was always there for me. she was caring loving and my lil sis :)

My beautiful sister and I. May 30, 2011

Veronica Nott

October 3, 2012

It has been a week since you passed. Seems like it was yesterday. Heather, my sister, you were so loved. In the days since your passing, I have realized just how much. You were my world, my light in the darkness. You will always have my love. I love you more than you ever knew.

October 2, 2012

You are beautiful, you are loved, we all miss you and we always will..

we bleed our tears
as the fresh wounds heal as scars in your name,
They will never fade away as they are a reminder of the pain.
The pain of losing you..
RIP Heavenly Angel.

Lauren

October 2, 2012

I'm sorry for your loss.

Suzanne Kasavage Fickes

October 2, 2012

Although I wasn't fortunate enough to have met Heather, I know so many of those who loved her and I know she must of been a very special girl. I pray for peace for all those who loved her and for her in the glorious place called heaven. God Bless and much love to all during this most difficult time.

Brandi Ratliff

October 2, 2012

Heather, you were a bright and beautiful young lady. I am blessed to have had you for a cousin. When you came to live with Kelly and Rod, you changed our lives as well. My boys, Kyle and Connor, loved you so much. They loved spending the night with Kelly and "hanging" with Heather. My Eminem CD's and 8 Mile movie have never meant so much to me. I can still remember how excited you were when I said "honey you can borrow any CD or Movie you find". Never in a million years did I think I would ever have to say goodbye.
Thank you for being a part of our family and lives. We love you and will never forget your smiles. You are truly an Angel wrapped in Gods hands.

A G

October 1, 2012

I wish so desperately I could go back in time and bring you back it is just not fair, I had only recently just gotten to know you and we had so much in common it was kind of funny. Photography, Writing, we both even worked at a Tim Hortons. I wish things could be undone. I wish this nightmare would end but I know it won't. I won't wake up from this nightmare. I hope you find peace in Heaven I just wish you didn't leave us so soon, you could of done so much. wait for all of us up there. There is still a lot to talk about with you and lot more to come and I really want to continue our talk, and I plan too. Wait for us.

October 1, 2012

I just want to say I am sorry for your loss. I have never met Heather, but I hope that she is at peace now and with the Lord. This is such a sad situation. My son goes to canal winchester and he and his friend wore black to the football game to mourn her loss. May God be with you all.

Katarina Parler

October 1, 2012

You were a very good friend and always had the best advice. we will miss you. you will always be loved and remembered

October 1, 2012

As a parent my heart aches for you.Take comfort that the Lord is with you and Heather&people are praying for Heather and your family.

Ronnie Brooks

September 30, 2012

I love you so so much! I am so sorry that we did not spend every minute of the day together. I am happy that we did start talking again and that you called me. Love your Dad

joshua coyle

September 30, 2012

dear heather.. you was my bestfriend i cn tell u anything, you was always there for me when i needed someone to talk to.. i miss u so much you are in a better place now..

September 30, 2012

Dear Sweet Heather, So many hearts are broken-the pain is undescribable for all who have loved and lost you.

I know you are with God and our beloved Douglas. May you rejoice in God's kingdom and have everlasting PEACE.

Special you are and special you'll remain.

Love you always,

Aunt Deedee and Eric

Tiffany Richardson

September 30, 2012

Sorry for the lost of a beautiful young lady I know she will be miss by many of family and friends. She will make it in the new system in the paradise earth. Tiffany

Bethany Matthews

September 29, 2012

Dearest Heather you are such a bright shining light. You will be deeply missed here on earth but your light will always shine for all who knew you,. Rest in peace. Love your great aunt Beth

Kiara Bowers

September 29, 2012

My beloved best friend . I'm missing you everyday ! I miss your texts , your calls, the visits, everything. We been friends since 8th grade ride or die ! Now that your gone half of me is missing . I wish that last night I talked to you I woulda told you how much you meant to meant to me. You will always be in my heart and in my sprit . I love you baby girl and may god take care of you in heaven where you are finally at last at peace <3

Sarah and Jim Hoover

September 29, 2012

Our dear sweet Heather was taken from us way before it was time. She is a dear sweet angel in heaven now. We love her so. Grandma and Grandpa Hoover

Melissa Hanscel

September 29, 2012

To my dear sweet Peanut! You will forever be in my heart. I will miss all the good times we had together. I will always remember the laughter we shared and that beautiful smile that could lighten up the world. I am saddened that my time with you was cut so short, but I know I will see you in heaven! I love you PEANUT!!!

Debbrynne Harrison

September 29, 2012

To the family so sorry to hear about your daughter! My heart and prayers go out to you guys. I will continue to pray.

Keanna White

September 29, 2012

Heather, you were so beautiful and really did have so many things going for you. You will be greatly missed.

Christmas 2005

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with Ginger ( her cat ) 2006

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July 4th 2006

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car show 2006

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Nov 2005

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Heather and the family pet 2008

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Thomas hawes

September 29, 2012

heather we only bet once but u were very beautiflu and bright and a wonderful person u will be missed by thousands :( but ur with godand ull be a beautiful angel to bad it had to be so soon tho

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Emily Kaufman

September 29, 2012

Rip heather. You will be missed by so many. I will never forget all the memories we shared.

September 29, 2012

Jenn Brooks

September 29, 2012

To my beautiful daughter Heather Paige Brooks. I will miss your for the rest of my life and more. You will always be in my heart. I love you so much and I will forever. Rest in peace Heather and I know that we will always be together. I love you my beautiful sweet daugther.

Veronica Nott

September 29, 2012

RIP my beautiful sister. May you find the peace you were looking for. I will love you up until, the day we meet again. And even then, I will keep on loving you.

Charlotte Billiter

September 29, 2012

We are so saddened for your loss. Your family will be in the thoughts and prayers of our family, as she was a classmate of our son. She will be missed dearly. So sorry for your loss.

September 29, 2012

I unfortunately know exactly what you are going through. I lost my daugther the same way on May 21, 2011. You describe my daughter to the letter. If you need to talk, night or day please do not hesitate to contact me. Joy 565-3181

such an young lady that had a bright future in front of her. gone so soon </3

courtney lawson

September 29, 2012

heather was one of my best friends , i really hate seeing her go . it breaks my heart to know one of my closest friends is gone forever now . i love you babygirl , you'll never be forgotton . you was an amazing friend and person . we will miss you so much. r.i.p gorgeous

Amy

September 29, 2012

My son was a fellow classmate of Heather at Heights. We are sorry for your loss and will be in prayer for your family in the difficult days ahead. Only God can heal your hearts and bring you the peace and comfort you need.

Millie Smith

September 28, 2012

So sorry you were a beautiful girl i miss all the times you stayed at my house now you are in Gods arms. love you Heather Granny & pa

Mary and Joshua Ramey

September 28, 2012

RIP Heather you sure will be missed. You touched my son's heart he loved you so very much. We are very pleased to have gotten to know you. May God keep you safe. Your family will always be in our heart,thoughts and prayers. Maybe gone but, NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!! Love,

Karen Twigg

September 28, 2012

I will never know the extent of your pain Heather but I know you are at peace now. You have touched so many people in your young life and I was one of them. I will never forget the time you spent in my home. RIP in peace Heather. You will be greatly missed!!

Danielle Wells

September 28, 2012

Heather I will miss you so much although I know your never truely gone because you will always and forever more be in our hearts and memories. I promise to never forget you and where ever you are I hope you are happy. My heart and prayers goes out to everyone who was sincerly close to miss Heather, and even though shes physically gone she will never be truely gone. love you for always and forever heather - Danielle

Eva Bailey

September 28, 2012

Veronica, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. I didn't know her, but I hope that you find strength with each passing day. The obituary was beautiful. I have a sense of how hard that must have been for you to write since I had to write one for my mother. Your tears will flow freely for some time, but let them - it will help you cope.

Emily Ledvinka/Scott

September 28, 2012

My heart breaks for all of Heather's family and friends. There are no words that can take away or ease the pain. Heather will always have a special place in my heart and I will never forget her. She was such a sweet little girl. She will be greatly missed by many.

September 28, 2012

We are so very sorry for the loss of Heather. Please accept our deepest condolences. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

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Michelle Saroiberry

September 28, 2012

Although I did not know Heather , my heart goes out to your family through these hard times ! Keeping you in my prayers , rest in peace Heather

Miranda & Devon

September 28, 2012

With love !!

Ebony Robinson

September 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss my heart aches for your family I am from the Canal Winchester community

Devon Hays

September 28, 2012

i love you Heather! i hope your family is doing okay and your are finally in a peaceful place and resting okay. i know we weren't best friends but we were close friends, and i will always cherish our memories<3 love you so much.

Miranda Mattingly

September 28, 2012

I love you soo much ! im going to miss you soo much ! but we all will see you again someday ! and i cant wait !! R.I.P. baby girl love you !

delaney hussey

September 28, 2012

though we didnt talk i know you made a difference in many peoples life im sorry that you had too go so soon you will be forever missed :(

students of canal

September 28, 2012

We are all going to miss you! R.I.P

Danelle Cooke

September 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Fellow Mother

September 28, 2012

To You, O Lord, we humbly entrust this child, so precious in Your sight. Take him/her into Your arms and welcome him/her into paradise, where there will be no sorrow, no weeping nor pain, but the fullness of peace and joy with Your Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

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Pastor Mark

September 28, 2012

My prayers are with you. May the peace of God be yours in great measure during this time.

Christine Bratton

September 28, 2012

There are no words that can ever take away the pain of losing someone so young, especially so unexpectedly. R.I.P. Heather <3

Tiara Smith

September 28, 2012

We were friends but not that close... but when you passed i balled my eyes out i miss u heather ... i will see u in the new world r.i.p heather... u always made me laugh

The Fluharty's

September 28, 2012

Heather touched several lives. She is remembered today with lots of yellow ribbons worn by her schoolmates. May God's love and peace surround you and your family. With deepest sympathies and condolences.

Jenna Schmidt

September 28, 2012

I don't know who she was, but i'm very sorry for your loss. She seemed like a great person.

mary ramey

September 28, 2012

I am lost for words, your family is in our thoughts and prays, you will be missed R.I.P. Heather

janie summers

September 28, 2012

Heather its hard knowing your gone watching you grow up never seen this coming prayers for family and friends

Christine Bratton

September 28, 2012

There are no words that can ever take away the pain of losing someone so young, especially so unexpectedly. R.I.P. Heather <3

Veronica Nott

September 28, 2012

I loved you so much, my beautiful, amazing sister. You were my world,and I hope you knew that. You were the best thing to happen to me. I hope that you have found the peace that you were looking for all this time.

Meilla Jones

September 27, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. My son has went too school with Heather since Franklin Woods too now my heart goes out too you and your family praying for you

Jo D

September 27, 2012

May the lord help you during this difficult time and wrap his arms around you to give you strength to be strong as heather is only gone from earth and one day you all shall meet again. Let her memory for ever live in your heart.. God bless!

Grove City resident

September 27, 2012

I didn't know your daughter but im from the southwest community and my heart bleeds for your entire family. My family has been in your shoes on several occasions I know lots of unanswered questions remain I pray God comforts all of you now and in the times ahead

Monica Brown

September 27, 2012

Sorry for your loss! My daughter went to school with Heather. I can not imagine the pain you are going through! Your family will be in my prayers!

Monica Brown

September 27, 2012

So sorry for your loss!! My daughter went to school with Heather. I can not imagine the pain your family is going through! You all will be in my prayers!

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