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Brooke Williams Obituary

Brooke Lee Williams, age 28, of Woodhaven, MI, formerly of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 19, 2019, in Detroit.
Born February 28, 1991, in Monroe, Brooke was the daughter of Brian L. Williams and Janet L. Glisson. She was a 2009 graduate of Monroe High School where she earned recognition in the National Honor Society and the Great Lakes Honor Society. Brooke was also a cheerleader and participant in the high schools Women Empowering Women organization.
Brooke was known to be a friendly and compassionate person, especially toward children. Her outgoing personality showed in her interest in music, selfies, photos and friendships.
Brooke is survived by her father, Brian Williams of Woodhaven; mother, Janet Glisson of Monroe; two brothers, Matt Benson of Kentucky and Christopher (Michelle) Glisson of Monroe; grandmothers, Joyce Umin of New Boston, MI and Pansy Emerson of Monroe; five nephews, Marcel Christerfield, Jayveon Roberts, Christopher Glisson Jr., Cam'ron Glisson, and Draydon Benson; and a niece, Raven Benson.
Brooke was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Lee Williams and Gerald Emerson.
Family and friends may visit from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Bacarella Funeral Home where services will be held at 12 p.m. Friday. Reverend Roy Southerland will officiate followed by burial at Roselawn Memorial Park, LaSalle.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Brooke's memory be made to Paula's House, P.O. Box 2002 Monroe MI 48161, to further support women in difficult situations.
Online condolences and special memories may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary page at www.bacarellafuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Monroe News on Jul. 23, 2019.

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Kim Fortner

July 25, 2019

Thinking about you Janet, my prayers to you and your family.

justin ivey

July 24, 2019

My thoughts and prayers to the entire family and friends. I knew her from Monroe County Community College, which I had classes with her. She was a nice, friendly and outgoing young lady. May the lords peace with you all.- Justin Ivey

justin ivey

July 24, 2019

My condolences and sympathy to her family, relatives and friends. I had classes with her at the Monroe County Community College. She was a nice, smart and friendly young lady. May the lords peace with you all. Prayers and thoughts to all.- Justin Ivey

Kim Stundon

July 23, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you Janet.

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