Catherine Burks-Brooks obituary, 1939-2023

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Catherine Burks-Brooks

1939 - 2023

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Darlene

December 15, 2023

My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted fans of Ms. Catherine Burks-Brooks. Ms. Catherine Burks-Brooks was a civil rights activist who joined the Freedom Riders as they campaigned for anti-segregation laws to be enforced in the South. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by her. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes and peace as the world copes with the loss of Ms. Catherine Burks-Brooks. That is the legacy Ms. Catherine Burks-Brooks memorable left behind that will not be forgotten. May family, friends and extended family cherish her memories.

Hiala Brooks

August 20, 2023

I just want everyone to know Mama was the Best mother ever, and I miss her with all my heart I feel so lost sometime God help me. I miss you mama!

Cherry DeJesus

August 11, 2023

Rest In Heavenly Peace! Thank you for your many sacrifices! We stand in your shadow.

John Meehan

July 30, 2023

Catherine Burks-Brooks was a American Legend who paved the way and open the doors for Peace & Economic Justice in our world. She will be dearly missed
MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.

Alex Stone

July 29, 2023

I wish I could thank this beautiful woman for her sacrifice and courage during her life. A Freedom Rider in life is free from death and she deserves every good word, memory and ounce of love. Thank you, Catherine. May God hold you in his heart.

Elizabeth Bell

July 27, 2023

R.I.P. Catherine

Karen L Hanson

July 27, 2023

Thank you for your tireless work to make America a better place for everyone to live in. Your courage and spunk made a difference, may you rest in peace.

Teresa Gates

July 26, 2023

Thank Ms. Brooks-Burke, for your tenacity & courage. My condolences, to your family & friends.
God bless you. Rest in Peace.

RH

July 25, 2023

Heartfelt condolences to the family in your loss of Mrs. Burks-Brooks. May the God of tender mercy and ALL comfort, comfort you during this time.

Chris

July 25, 2023

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Catherine Burks-Brooks. What a beautiful legacy she has left for the world. May God give your family peace and comfort as you mourn her loss.

RB

July 25, 2023

Such a dedicated fighter and champion of civil rights. A beautiful and strong woman. Sincere condolences to the Burks and Brooks families, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you to help you through this very difficult time of your loss.

JF

July 24, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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