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Marcia Brookins Obituary

Marcia J. Brookins was born December 19,1947 in St. Paul, MN. Marcia graduated from Weaver High School in 1966, and went on to Shaw University in Raleigh, NC. She later transferred to Howard University where she obtained a bachelor's of fine arts degree. Marcia furthered her education by obtaining a master's degree in education from the University of Hartford. Marcia, an avid artist made a career teaching art for 39 years. In 1974, she married James "Smitty" Smith, and had two daughters, Samariya and Shana. Marcia passed away peacefully at home on July 9, 2022.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 15, 2022.

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Doris Black

July 11, 2024

Marcia was very special & had a great sense of humor. Her Shaw U Family truly miss her. May she rest in peace.

Jonell Carol Johnson

July 9, 2024

It is my prayer that the family legacy of Marcia lives on through her decedents. That you take time to remember the good times and share Marcia's life with those who carry on the family legacy.
Where are her quilts and artwork. I pray someone is preserving them and sharing them and passing along to younger family members.
We pass through this world for a short time. Our bodies are temporary vessels of our spirit. Marcia is free now and praising God in Heavenly places.
Jonell Johnson, Weaver High School - Fabulous Class of 1966 !!!!

Carolean C. Craig

July 31, 2022

Marcia was loving and kind. She was always willing to help someone, even if she had to learn a skill to do so. Bright, non-judge mental, curious, easygoing, and a true friend. Thank You Lord for Her Life.

Doris Black

July 28, 2022

My prayers & thoughts are with the family of Marcia. She was a beautiful person & a true friend.

adreanne good

July 26, 2022

a beautiful person with a beautiful heart my condolences to the brookins and smith family

Dr.Janet Moye Cornick

July 23, 2022

With sincere sympathy. Shaw University Class of 1971.

Sandra McGarrah

July 18, 2022

My condolences to the family. Marcia Brookins may your RIP!

Jonell Johnson

July 18, 2022

My memories of Marcia go back to C. A. Barbour Elementary School and on to the best high school class - Weaver HS Class of 1966. Marcia loved the Lord and was a gifted preacher and teacher. Marcia had a unique style and flare in her artistic expression of fashion, quilting, and the visual arts. She will be fondly remembered for her contributions to this life. Rest Well Ole friend. You have finished your course on this side. Now enter into your perfect rest,
free from illness and stress.

Myra Mansfield

July 15, 2022

my condolences to Brookins family. May you find comfort in knowing God understands your grief and he cares.
1Peter 5: 6 & 7

Betty Clancy

July 15, 2022

My prayers are with Marcia's family. I'm going to miss her sweet personality and humor. Rest well my friend.......C/O Weaver High 1966. Betty and Andrew Clancy

Evelyn Toney

July 15, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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