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1938
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2017
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Ronnie Brooks Obituary
Ronnie was born October 2, 1938 to Neely and Elsie Brooks of Tahoka, where he graduated High School, continuing on to Texas Tech.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Venita Shipley Brooks; children, Ricky Brooks and wife Becca of Welch; Kimmy Hayes and husband Tommy of Lubbock; grandchildren, Trey Hayes and wife Rebecca, Tye Hayes and wife Kara, Wendy Teeter and husband Clay, Holly Cotten and husband Casey, all of Lubbock and six great-grandchildren. Three brothers, Joe Brooks and wife Jerry, Neely Brooks, Jr. and wife Donna, and Gary Brooks all of Tahoka, and many nieces and nephews.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Richard all of Tahoka.
A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm, Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Resthaven Funeral Home. Graveside services were held at Resthaven Memorial Park. Services are under the direction of Resthaven Funeral Home.
The family suggests memorials to the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronnie Brooks
Floyd Workheiser
February 3, 2018
I am sorry about your loss of a great man. Over the years you treated me like family. I want to thank you for that. May the lord be with all of you. I just found out about you loss today.
November 18, 2017
Venita, I know how sad you are now with the passing of your husband and best fried. Your family has my heart-felt sympathy and prayers.
Shirley Draper-Tahoka
Jay Gurley
November 17, 2017
Deepest condolences to Venita and family. Ronnie was among the "good" Bulldogs and friend. God bless and rest in peace.
November 16, 2017
Venita, Ricky, Kimmy and families, we extend to you our deepest sympathy for the loss of Ronnie. He was a good man and I know you all will miss him. You are in our prayers. Love, Patsy Wylie, Roddy Brooks, Suzanne Brooks Thompson, and Shelley Brooks Kunkel
Ralph Gomez
November 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss Ricky, he was a wonderful man, praying for your and Family.
The Gray Family
November 15, 2017
Dearest Netsy, Ricky, Kimmy, and Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you all.
Although we are saddened by the loss of Ronnie, we look forward, with great anticipation and joy, to our reunion someday.
We are thinking of you all and praying for you earnestly.
Love,
The Gray Family
Cliff Cathey
November 15, 2017
Sorry for your lose. I remember the good days and fun times we had
Becky Schooler
November 15, 2017
Venita, Ricky & Kimmy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man! Love you all.
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