Michael Duane Brooks

Michael D. Brooks

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and brother Michael Brooks.

Mike died peacefully on December 24, 2025 from heart failure, at the age of 72. He was born February 22, 1953, to Don and Belva Brooks, in Cody, Wyoming.

Mike spent his early years growing up in Cody and Powell. He moved to Alaska where he lived with his father and graduated from Juneau. After graduation, he returned to Wyoming, making his home in Story and working construction. Mike moved to Powell in 1984 and later began working at Powell High School in 1985 as a custodian, retiring in 2018 after 33 years.

Mike was an avid bow hunter and ran his own archery shop, B & B Archery. He competed in many archery tournaments, earning a sponsorship from Onieda Bows and more trophies than you could ever imagine. Mike also enjoyed teaching archery to kids through the Powell Recreation Department for many years. He lived for the great times spent hunting and fishing with family and friends.

Mike and Sue were married in 1997 and made their home near Cody. They spent 28 happy years together, enjoying all of their many adventures.

Mike is survived by his wife Sue of Cody; twin brother Mitch (Bev) Brooks, of Twin Falls, Idaho; brother Ron Brooks, sister Lisa DeBuff, both of Cody; stepdaughter Linette (Paul) Nesbitt of Mountain Home, Idaho; stepson Dan (Kyla) Proffitt of Billings, Montana; three grandchildren, and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Mike was preceded in death by his son Shane, parents Don and Belva Brooks, and brothers Donnie and Darell Brooks.

Mike will be dearly missed by all that knew him.

Services are January 2, 2025 at 4:00PM, at Ballard Funeral Home in Cody, Wy.