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Prince
September 29, 2022
Hey dad it’s me your son prince Jaden Brookins I have been missing you a lot I wish you were here I’m about to turn 15 dad it’s still been hard because I just see people with there dad and I get sad but I. Will see you again love you
Derrick Brookins
November 5, 2009
big bro,words cant even begin to express how much i miss u.my heart is aching bad.some nights i just sit and think about all the stuff u and i went through growing up.some of it makes me laugh,some makes me cry,but they are good memories.thats all i have.thats whats keeping me focused and grounded.u kept telling me how i needed to change my life,well thats something i,m doing.i start back at mctc in january.I LOVE U 4 LIFE!!!!!!!!!!YOUR LIL BRO DERRICK[AKA]DIRTBAGGAGE
R.I.P DAD LOVE LIL JERRY..
Gerald Brookins jr.
November 4, 2009
hey dad,
this is your son lil jerry, i love u dad and always will..i really miss u and i need u here with us.its still stuff that my lil brothers need to learn even though u taught me alot its still alot i need to learn.i wish u would have stayed..i wasnt ready for u to go.jaleah and jaharri wont be able to grow up having a grandfather there to come pick em up...and prince wont have his father there and u kno he really was attached to u so its hard for him..i dont kno wat to do i jess kno its time for me to step up and fill the void that u left in alot of people lifes.i dont want to take up too much space but ima end this by saying.."dad im really hurting alot inside out.my mind is lost and my heart is torn..i cry myself to sleep knowing i caint wake up and call u or call u on the weekends or jess talk to my father face to face..or jess lie to u so u can come pick me up so i can ride around wit u.but i kno u didnt leave me on purpose so im not mad at u im jess hurt knowing ur hurting cause u caint help us the way u want u jess have to guide us to success...but i jess have to grow up and be a man and fill the void in my brothers and my sister life..and do the best i can for everybody else"..."I LOVE U DAD AND I AM MY FATHERS SON"
Mom
November 2, 2009
My Sweet Son, you have been gone for a month now and my heart is still aching. The tears keep coming and I miss you so much. I miss you calling me on Sunday's and our Mother and Son talks(smile). I hear your laughter in the wind and see your smile in the sun.
I love you so very much. Jerry you will always stay in my heart. You were my sweet happy baby,my only child that always woke with a smile. I am lost without you and so is the whole family.
But no matter how tragic this is we as a family must go on, because we know you wouldn't have it any other way. Keep looking down on us and guide us in the right direction. This is not the end for us. I love you and miss you Oh so much! See you on the other side. Love Mom & Family
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tamecka dillon
October 24, 2009
My old dude (jerry, i miss your smile, i miss the sweet kiss on my for head before you go off to work, i miss the loud nosie when you come thouh the door playing with the kids, i miss the phone call's to one another asking how was your day, i will miss the quite ride around the lake talking about everything under the sun, i miss arguing about the weather if it was going to rain or not. and i would say "as soon as you wash your car it is going to rain." i miss calling your phone a thousand times a day, and you would say "yes love of my life." i miss the strong hugs we gave eachother. and most of all i just miss you,you were a wonderful father to all your children, even the ones that are'nt yours so your gone but your not cause i have somehting special that i can look at,that looks just like you and i thank you and there are so many things i would like to say, but i dont becuase my heart told it all.and all the things i will truely miss i wont becuase our memories will last in my heart. i love you and you will always remain in my heart.
love,your meek
rest in peace (my old dude!)
mom
October 20, 2009
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
MOM
October 20, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
October 18, 2009
Keith Brookins
October 18, 2009
i will aways love you jerry,and take care of your kids,love from your brother keith,one day we will all be together,say ih to dad,pumkin,keiara,and kiss your daughter for all of us,why did you leave me here we were supposed to do this together see you soon your brother KK.
Mable Gorham
October 18, 2009
Jerry my heart is broken and my soul is
torn. You were my "Gentle Child" Your Brothers,Children miss you so very much
My days are not sunny anymore.As your Mother I can feel you all around me. Our Family with God's help will weather this storm. Rest in Peace my sweet son. Until we meet again.You will forever in our hearts.
Your Mother, Children and Brothers
ERIN CROSBY
October 15, 2009
JERRY I MISS YOU SO MUCH ALTHOUGH I TALK TO YOU EVERYDAY ITS NOT THE SAME I PICK UP THE PHONE TO DIALYOURNUMBER WISHING I COULD HEAR YOUR VOICE I LOVE YOU AND YOU WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.MUCH LOVE TOTHE KIDS AND FAMILY(YOUR POOH)
October 15, 2009
JERRY I MISS YOU SO MUCH ALTHOUGH I TALK TO YOU EVERYDAY ITS NOT THE SAME I PICK UP THE PHONE TO DIALYOURNUMBER WISHING I COULD HEAR YOUR VOICE I LOVE YOU AND YOU WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.MUCH LOVE TOTHE KIDS AND FAMILY(YOUR POOH)
October 11, 2009
Hey Kari, I know you are in a lot of pain young man, but always know that your dad will always be with you....Trust in God baby boy and he will help you through....I am here if you need me...
Evette and Kids
We Love YOU!
SANDRA JOHNSON
October 9, 2009
TO THE BROOKINS AND GORHAM FAMILY WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I'M JUST SORRY THAT JERRY'S NEICES AND NEPHEW DIDN'T GET THE CHANCE TO GET TO KNOW HIM YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
TEE, KENETRA, KAMERON, KYNEAH BROOKINS
AJAY SHEPHERD
October 8, 2009
JERRT YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US
LeeTee
October 8, 2009
you will be missed by EVERYBODY
October 8, 2009
Jerry, it's funny cause i just saw you a couple of weeks ago- out and about. you still had that same smile, and you remembered , i'd always call you DJ Quik. ha i'm Very close friends with one of your childs (jakari) mother my prayers are with him and all the other little angles god has left behind to repersent you as god made you. to "Jerry's" family, god is hearing your cry, and seeing your tears, let him lead you all into healing, his work is being done as we speak, let god continue to hold you, walk with you, continue to lift your hands in grace, he will protect you,but you must believe. he is real.
love ,
rest n peace! Mr Brookins
A.Pruitt
MICHELE CRITTENDEN
October 8, 2009
JERRY, YOU WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH! YOU WERE LIKE THE SON I NEVER HAD, AND I WAS YOUR SECOND MOM. EVEN THOUGH WE FUSSED ALL THE TIME, WE KNEW IT WAS FOR FUN. GOD BLESS YOU SWEETIE, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS.
Bethany Baptist Church
October 8, 2009
To the Rev. James and Mable Gorham, and the family of Gerald Brookins. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May God Bless and keep you in his perfect peace!
B
October 7, 2009
"These are the moments nightmares are conceived of".
I have always wanted the best for those whom...Paths I have crossed and have been blessed to share those short-lived moments in life that we are given.
"Heller" You were a man that no matter what adversity, life threw your way,no matter what affliction befell you, you had a way of "Brushing it off your shoulders". You had a knack for that.Even when other people in your life were facing difficult times you always found a way to make them laugh.You were full of life like that.
This is a very sorrowful moment for those who were close to you. You left us with so many unanswered questions.Why did you you leave us in such a state of confusion? Why did you leave us at such a young age? So many of your dreams are unfulfilled,yet you didn't leave behind a progeny, to allow us to pass those dreams onto.But you did leave behind an admonition: be less selfish with your time, share more time with those you love. Be more selfish with yourself, evaluate your priorities, set your goals, live out your dreams, and realize that sometimes following your heart is more important than following the herd.
You will be missed.
Nicole Crittenden
October 7, 2009
Jerry you will be missed by everyone that you have ever met. You have touched so many peoples lives. I will forever miss you and love you so much. I will keep with me the precious memories that I have had a pleasure to have shared with you. You are a wonderful man and father who lived for his kids. You lived a good life and now is your time to spend with god and the rest of your family. When I talk to you I know you hear me and I want to say Thank you for the years that we did have. I will always love you.
Kashon Austin
October 7, 2009
My thoughts an prayers go out o Jerrys Family especially his kids! Im so sorry you have to go through this... Ive known for about 10 years now and he was such a good person, he will be truly missed!
Sandra Nolen Johnson
October 7, 2009
To: Jakari Aaron Brookins,
Jerry's Family & Friends.
I Feel Your Love
To my dear family and friends:
I am sending this from above.
Even though I am gone from this earth,
I can still feel your love.
Please remember
all the times we spent together
Growing a love
that would last forever,
All those moments will never end…
Because you will always
remember me when…
I know the timing looks bad…
I always gave to you all I had…
I know you did not want me to leave,
But it was time to bid my leave…
God called me to my eternal home.
As I stepped into that eternal rest…
Please know I am truly blessed.
True,
there was so much here for me to do…
But now it is left up to each of you.
God took me, we know, quite young,
From my loving family and my son…
I know I had so much
to teach each of you…
As I hear each of you say
‘You do not know how or what to do…’
I am confident
you will make it here, too…
For you will always
have God to see you through.
I just want you all to know…
If any of you ever need me,
Just close your eyes
And feel my love.
Remember how much I cared…
I love you very much,
I can still feel your love.
October 7, 2009
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sorrowful time.
God Bless,
Lori J and family
DeeDee Starks- Brown
October 7, 2009
Jerry you were always one cool dude. I will always remember your smile. May you have peace now and may bless your family during this difficult time!
SAMUEL REEVES
October 7, 2009
JERRY, YOU WERE MY BOY FOR MANY YEARS. I WILL MISS YOU, AND I PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY. LOVE YOU, MAN
SAMUEL REEVES
LATONYA REEVES
October 7, 2009
JERRY YOU WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH..YOU WERE SO SWEET. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HOW YOU CALLED ME TANYERS AND NEVER BY MY FIRST NAME. IN THE LAST 15 YEARS, YOU WERE A GOOD FRIEND AND SO SWEET. NICOLE IS SO SAD, BUT WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
LATONYA REEVES (CRITTENDEN).
N. MINNEAPOLIS, MN
October 7, 2009
Tears are emotions from the heart and soul
Tears are emotions when you have no control
Tears are from the thoughts of deep within your mind
Tears are from the thoughts for the love you left behind
What are tears, what can they be
They end at the place where they first did see
The eyes that place that first captured that memory
As the tear passes through your eye
It’s a last look at a memory
Before you say goodbye
As the tears run down our face
we look for a new memory to take its place
In my tears is this vision of you
Something i lost that was so pure and true
Will you share that tear with me
For what was and always be
A very special memory.
My tears are for something that’s just lost, but it’s not gone
And I know again my eyes will one day see
That person who gave you that very special memory
So For these tears you do cry
They are tears for hello
Not tears to say goodbye
One day what was lost will be found
Then our cloud will return to the ground
To the skies we will fly and shed
new tears of happiness
On all those who walk bye
your family also have my condolences and prayers
RIP Jerry! Love Always Kaycee
October 7, 2009
The management and employees of the Colonial Apartments extends to the family of Jerry our sincerest sympathy. He was a great tenant, good neighbor and friend.
Joyce, Bob, Bobby, Lori, Gwen, Mary, Loren, Audrey, Amy, Carlos, Manuel
October 7, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Stay strong!
Love Regina M.
October 7, 2009
YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, ALTHOUGH IT MAY SEEM THAT THERE ARE NO COMFORTS OR WAYS TO ACCEPT THE LOSS OF OUR LOVED ONES, THE LORD WILL BLESS YOU AND GIVE YOU ALL THAT YOU NEED TO GET THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW. JERRY AKA "HELLER" IS WITH OUR CREATOR NOW AND IS AT PEACE. MUCH LOVE TO YOUR FAMILY, JENNA, CLARENCE, DEVIN. STAY STRONG....
October 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. RIP Jerry! Love Tasha n Treace.
RIP Jerry! Love Tasha n Treace.
October 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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