Thomas Edward Brooks, Sr. age 76, of Charles City, VA departed this life on April 25, 2020. He was preceded in death by two children, Zina and Thomas Brooks, Jr.; parents, Annie and John Brooks, Sr.; and three sisters, Alma Brooks, Carolyn Rogers, and Shirley Ashlock.
He is survived by his wife, Hattie Brooks; four daughters, Carol Brown (Thomas), Valerie, Audrey, and Christa Brooks; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three brothers, John Jr., Clayton, and Carlton Brooks, Sr.; four sisters, Berthel Williams, Martha Charity, Keen Frazier, and Annette Brooks; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A walk-through viewing will be held 10 a.m. - 8 p.m on Friday, May 1, 2020 at Wilson & Associates' Funeral Service - East Chapel, 5008 Nine Mile Rd., Richmond, VA.
A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2020 at Parrish Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, 12401 John Tyler Memorial Hwy., Charles City, VA.
As families connect and form lasting relationships, a union of love manifest. This manifestation described Thomas and Hatties' bond with our family. We will miss him. He designed his signature style and fashioned 2C.it each and every day. A nice man. Yvonne Smith-Jones
Patty/Chris and the Brooks Family. Julie and I sadly express our condolences in the home going of Thomas. A really kind and nice gentleman who always treated us with the utmost respect and dignity. May God bless and comfort you all in this difficult time.
Julian/Julie Alexandria, VA
Hattie and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Hattie and the Brooks Family: So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, Thomas. Our condolences and prayers to your family. May God bless and comfort you and your family during this time. Kirkland and Hazel Charity
Patty You And Your Family Have My Deepest Sympathy.You All In My Prayers Always I Love You.Keep Your Hands In Our Father Hand He Will Make A Way Nobody Could Wear A Kangol Like Your Husband.One Day At A Time.R.I.P
Condolences and prayers of comfort & strength to the family. ~Darlene Adkins
Condolences and prayers of comfort & strength to the family.
Hattie,Chris and family our prayers are with you all during your time of sorrow. Chris,I remember ever time I saw your dad he had a different Kangol Hat on, cherish all your special memories with your mom and daughter. Love,Cookie&Charles Wallace
Hattie and family our deepest condolences to you and your daughter. Remember all of your good times..Marsha and Mrs. Phyllis Chsrity
Pattie and the Brooks family our prayers are with you all during your time of sorrow just remember he is in the arms of our lord and savior we will keep you all in our prayers. Leon & Patricia Harris and family
Pattie and family, Urias was reminiscing about his and Thomas frequent discussions on cutting grass and landscaping. He will be truly missed, always with that cool, suave smile. Our condolences and prayers go out to you and the family, may God bless and comfort you all! Urias and Gwen Christian
Pattie, what a great time we all had last year for your birthday. Thomas Brooks, you know that's what I called Thomas, Thomas Brooks. Thomas Brooks was smiling, laughing and having a good time. Egg, Jimmy, and Thomas watched us as we sang and danced. Wow! We had fun!!! Jimmy and I send our deepest sympathy to you and the family. Stay strong and keep your hands in God's hands. You and Thomas enjoyed walking together, continue to exercise, walk with God.
We love you!
Sylvia and Jimmy
Hattie and family sorry to hear about the loss of your love one my prayers are with you .
Hattie, my condolence goes out to you and the Brooks family in the loss of your husband. May God comfort you all. It's been a very long time since I last saw you. Cynthia Graham-Aaron, Florence, SC
Hattie and the Brooks Family - My deepest condolences in the passing of Thomas he was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him.
Kenneth Tabb
Hattie and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. The last time I saw you both you were at church. It was good to see you both. Smiling as always. I know your hearts are heavy now but sharing memories and Talking to God will bring you through. I too will be praying for you all. Marilyn Crump & Family
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