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Glade Spring, VA – Marshall John Brooks, age 51, passed on Sunday, January 26, 2025, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. John was a graduate of Dobyns Bennett High School and a truck driver for many years. He loved spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and motorcycles.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John C. Brooks and Marlene Hudson Brooks; brother, John C. Brooks, Jr.; and stepson, Chad Belcher.
He is survived by his Fiancée, Chantelle Hensley; his daughter, Sara Brooks; step children, Cody Belcher, Nevah Hensley, Shawn Hensley, and Jacob Hicks; brother, Jimmie Brooks; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfunerlservice.com and signing the online guest register.
The family of Marshall John Brooks is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory, 427 East Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210, (276) 623-2700.
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427 E Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210-3407

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