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1961
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2022
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James Brooking Obituary
Jim was born to James Edward Brooking Sr. and Ruby Bragg McMillen (Trescak) and was a graduate of Huguenot Academy. He married his high school sweetheart, Denice Wood Brooking. He was preceded in death by Denice; and his father.
Jim is survived by his mother, Ruby (Michael Trescak); sons, Quentin Brooking and Trey Brooking (Katie) and daughter, Amber Scruggs (Darin); his granddaughters, Madison Nuckolls, Natalie Scruggs, Noelle Scruggs and Elise Brooking.
Jim enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 30 at 2 p.m. at Goochland Christian Fellowship. The service will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Goochland Cares.
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Brenda Brooking Harless
July 20, 2023
Love and miss you Jim.
Aunt Brenda
Sheryl Nicholas
July 30, 2022
Trey and Family I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our prayers and thoughts of love and hugs are being sent to you.
Love you
Sheryl and Frank
Brenda Brooking Harless
July 26, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. Jim was welcomed home by Denise and all the other Brookings, including his father, grandfather and grandmother, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. I loved Jim with all my heart and still am in disbelief that he is gone so young.
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