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Barry BROOKS Obituary
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BROOKS, Barry passed away September 28, 2014, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. He was born November 12, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, to E. Lawrence and Laura Brooks. He graduated from Shawnee High School in 1965 and Eastern Kentucky University in 1969. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Barry was the owner and operator of Ohio Coin Investments. He is survived by his two daughters, Jessica Brooks (Christopher Moore and Stella), Heather (Derek) Sperzel and their mother, Teresa Brooks. He is also survived by two sisters, Bonnie (Bob) Cummings, Jackie (Sam) McGinnis, four nieces, Stephanie Cummings, Staci (Justin) Cox, Lori (Luke) Everhart, Sara (Ryan) Lee, four grand nieces, Olivia and Elliot Everhart, Madison and Aubrey Lee, grand nephew, Jaden Cox, and uncle and aunt, Keith and Nancy Brooks. Barry was preceded in death by his parents. He donated his body to Wright State University's School of Medicine. A celebration of Barry's life will be held on Wednesday 5-7 at Hafle's Winery. Barry meant more to his family and friends than he ever knew.
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for Barry BROOKS
Phillip Wheeler
January 23, 2015
I'll never forget Barry! My father & myself both worked for Barry. He was always trustworthy and a great person! Always a great guy to learn from I'll never forget what he told me about investing money!
October 9, 2014
October 9, 2014
Jack Slattery
October 6, 2014
Goodby my good friend.
Heather Arnold
October 6, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Barry's family during this time . It was truley a blessing to care for him.
STNA,Heartland of Springfield
wilma miller
October 6, 2014
Sorry to hear my thought are with you all Barry was a very good man my husband Robert worked for him
October 3, 2014
Bonnie, I am so sorry to learn of Barry's passing. May it help a little to know that others are thinking about you at this difficult time.
Brandey Milliner
October 2, 2014
I will always remember Barry's enthusiastic and charming spirit and his zest for life. He will be greatly missed.
Brandey, RN
4N SRMC
October 2, 2014
Barry had an impact on a lot of the nurses on 4N, praying for you all.
Gail Palmer
October 1, 2014
I just read today about Barry's passing. I went to school with both Barry and with Bonnie, as well as Bob. I always thought Barry was such a nice guy, a good person. I just can't believe it. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and that Barry can rest now.
Sincerely,
Gail (Walls) Palmer
October 1, 2014
to the family of barry ,sorry for your loss I graduated with barry ,and he;s on my face book list,rick whitacre
charlene curran
October 1, 2014
Bonnie and family so sorry to see Barry's passing. May you find peace in knowing what a great person he was and that he is with out pain now. And sharing the heavens with family and friends
October 1, 2014
Rest in peace dear friend.
The Krauss Family
Sara (Dohme) Taylor
October 1, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing, he was always so kind! Praying that God will comfort all of you in this time of sorrow. God Bless
-The Taylor Family
Diana O'Brien
October 1, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers to Barry's Family during this time.
The O'Brien's
Claudia Wood
October 1, 2014
To Barry's loved ones, so sorry to read of his passing. I have known Barry for many years and the world lost a very nice guy. Peace be with you all. Claudia Wood
October 1, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Barry's family during this difficult time.
Dr. Khanna and staff
Sharon Domer
October 1, 2014
Bonnie and family-
Bob and I are very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. We pray that you and the entire family will feel the peace that passes all understanding as God covers you with His great love.
Bob and Sharon Shaffer Domer
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