Stephen Brooking

Stephen Brooking obituary, Salem, MA

Stephen Brooking

Stephen Brooking Obituary

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Salem- Stephen Brooking, 60, of Salem, MA passed away suddenly on March 31, 2024. Stephen grew up in Salem, a town he loved and lived in all his life. He worked as a sword fisherman in his early years, then continued his work as a dairy truck driver, lobsterman, tree service worker and masonry worker, along with many other trades throughout his lifetime. Stephen enjoyed fishing, working on cars, history, and spending time at his favorite spot, Winter Island, drinking his coffee and reading the newspaper. Stephen was a friendly and familiar face around the city of Salem. He was someone who always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. He will be dearly missed and always remembered as a wonderful father, son, and friend. Stephen was predeceased by his father, Robert Brooking, and his two brothers Peter and Bill Brooking.
He is survived by his daughter Alexandra Brooking, his mother Anne Brooking, his two nephews Sean Brooking and Daniel Martin, and his niece Debra Stevens.
Stephen requested a celebration of life be held in his honor as opposed to traditional funeral services. We request all of Stephen's loved one to join us in celebrating his beautiful life at a later date this summer. For details, you can contact his daughter, Alexandra Brooking. For more information or online guestbook, please visit www.MurphyFuneralHome.com or call 978-744-0497.
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April 16, 2024

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April 15, 2024

Gayle Allen planted trees.

April 11, 2024

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April 16, 2024

Very sorry to hear about Stephen. Our two families have had a long history of friendship, dating back to the 1960's. Our mother Claire Bailey and Stephen's mother Sparky (Anne) still talk now and then. Stephen would drop by our yard on Derby St. when we had the 4th of July parties before the Salem fireworks and it was always great to see him. Jamie, Ken, Judy and Tom Tanch

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