Jeffery Brooks
April 7, 1956 - August 2, 2019
Jeffery D. Brooks Jeffery D. Brooks, 63, of Reddick, Illinois, succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease in the comfort of his own home, which he and his father built, surrounded by his family on August 2, 2019. He was born to parents, Robert and Carole Brooks, on April 7, 1956 in Kankakee, Illinois. Jeff graduated from Reddick High School and went to work for his family business in carpentry soon after graduation. He married Sheryl, the love of his life, in 1980, who survives him. Jeff is also survived by sons, Michael Brooks and wife Sara, Curt Brooks and wife Ashley; daughter, Julia Thomas and husband Brad; sister, Beverly Leutloff and husband Greg, as well as his grandchildren, Dylan, Tyler, Madeline, and Abrielle. Jeff was known for his love of laughter, and diligence. After working with his father for many years in the carpentry business, Jeff joined the maintenance department at Herscher School district. There, he was loved for his quick wit, warm smile, willingness to help and signature suspenders. He was always there to help relatives and friends with household projects and spent much of his free time helping others. A celebration of his life will be held August 25th at 4:00 PM at his home. The family, in lieu of flowers, requests that people make donations in support of Alzheimer’s Research. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, 815-458-2336 www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com
Jeffery D. Brooks Jeffery D. Brooks, 63, of Reddick, Illinois, succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease in the comfort of his own home, which he and his father built, surrounded by his family on August 2, 2019. He was born to parents, Robert... View Obituary & Service Information