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Brooks Ambos Obituary

Brooks L. Ambos Jr.

(1934-2025)

Brooks L. Ambos Jr., a devoted husband, father, veteran, and pastor, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born on July 24, 1934, Brooks lived a life guided by faith, service, and an unwavering sense of purpose. Brooks proudly served his country for 20 years as a Naval aviator, carrying out his duties with courage and love of country. Following his military service, Brooks answered a spiritual calling and became a Methodist pastor serving in New Mexico conference for 20 years.

Brooks is survived by his beloved wife, Donna, with whom he shared a lifetime of partnership, love, and faith. He is also survived by his children, Vernon and Brooksene, grandchildren Madi, Emma, Cole and Ian, great-grandchildren Leroy and Dean, who will carry forward his legacy.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 1:00-2:00pm at Covenant United Methodist Church, 8510 Wyoming Blvd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Brooks at www.FrenchFunerals.com.
Published by Albuquerque Journal on Dec. 7, 2025.

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Bruce Patterson

December 29, 2025

A Christian soldier in every sense of the word. I'll miss his frequent council.

He made a difference !

Officers of VS-29

December 10, 2025

Please accept our deepest condolences from the Officers of VS-29, Brook's Navy Squadron

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8510 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113

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