Robert B. (Robbie) Brooks, 61, passed away on April 24, 2013.
Rob, who was born in Hopewell, VA on Dec. 20, 1951, was a member of the San Manuel High School Class of 1971, a 14 year veteran of the US Navy, a long-time employee of Arizona Public Service, and had recently taken a job as Plant Supervisor for Pacific Gas and Electric in Eureka, CA.
He is survived by his sister, long-time San Manuel High School teacher Linda Brooks; his beloved wife of 38 years, Rosy; his daughter, Anna (Ron) Kirby; his son, Bryan (Jamie); his seven much beloved grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends.
A memorial service is planned in Tucson, but a time and place have not yet been set.
Donations in Rob’s memory may be made to the St. Joseph Hospital Foundation, 2700 Dolbeer St., Eureka, CA 95501 or to the American Cancer Society.
Dec. 20, 1951 – April 24, 2013