- Date Of Birth: August 10, 1952
- Date Of Death: August 24, 2019
- State: Illinois
Brian L. Brooks, 67, of Chillicothe, IL formerly of Washington, IL passed away peacefully surrounded by family at 2:17pm, Saturday, August 24, 2019, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
He was born on August 10, 1952 in Joliet, IL the son of the late James and Etta Staples Brooks. He married Suzanne K. Coon on June 24, 1972 at St.
Surviving are his wife, three sons Brian (Tara) Brooks II of Bethalto, IL, Daniel (Joni) Brooks of Chillicothe, IL and Michael (Vicky) Brooks of Peoria, four grandchildren, Taylor, Alia, Brayden and Jordyn; one brother Ric (Charlene) Brooks of Pensacola, FL two nephews J.R.
Brian was a Veteran of the Illinois Army National Guard. He worked for 30 years as a machine operator for Caterpillar Tractor Company retiring in 2002. Brian also served on the Washington High School Board (1997 to 2001) and the 12th Man Board (1987 to 1996). Brian enjoyed canoeing, fishing and was a loyal Bears and Cubs fan.
