Ronnie Brooks, Sr.
Ronnie Brooks, Sr.
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James Ronnie Brooks, Sr., 75, of Bennett, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at his home. Services will be held at a later date.
Ronnie was born in Chatham County on June 3, 1950 to James William Brooks and Maggie Brown Brooks. He worked for Carolina Stockyards for over 30 years and later retired from Acme McCrary. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding four-wheelers. He loved cooking hogs for pig pickings.
In addition to his parents, Ronnie was preceded in death by his brother Larry Brooks.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kathy Brooks, of the home; sons, James Ronnie Brooks, Jr., of the home and Ricky Dean Brooks (Dana), of Siler City; brother, Micky Lynn Brooks, Sr. (JoAnne), of Asheboro; grandchildren, Madison Lynn Brooks and Destiny Michelle Brooks and a host of family and friends.
Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com.
Joyce-Brady Chapel is honored to serve the Brooks family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3833 Chatham St, Bennett, NC 27208
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