James Brooks

This is a livestream service only; https://vimeo.com/event/2687355 Life Reflection James Ignatius Brooks was born on July 15, 1927 to Frederick and Mary Brooks in Washington, D.C. He attended New York University in New York, NY; the Academy of Advanced Traffic Management in New York City, NY; The Juilliard School of Music New York, NY; and Virginia Union University/Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, VA. He also served his country as a Tec 5 medic in the U.S. Army for two years during World War II and received an honorable discharge. He was the pastor of Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church in Richmond, VA and Court Street Baptist Church in Lynchburg, VA. He served as the Minister of Missions for the American Baptist Churches of the South for the American Baptist Churches, USA. He was also a Director of Development at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA and an agent for the New York Life Insurance Company. He was a dedicated member of Oakhurst Baptist Church in Decatur, GA for over 40 years and a loyal member of the John H. Cross Alumni Chapter of Virginia Union University. James never entered a room where he did not give "hugs all around" and was always ready to make friends. He enjoyed making others feel comfortable and happy. He was very fond of listening to classical music. He loved parades and would often gather children to share in the enjoyment of the experience. Wherever he went, he tried to make the world a more welcoming and loving place for all of God's children. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria Elizabeth Nunn Brooks. He is survived by two loving daughters, Sherlee Gloria Brooks of Decatur, Georgia and Hope Emily (Ronald) Boyd of Grayson, Georgia. He also leaves to cherish him two grandchildren, Makenzie and Xander Boyd; two sisters Ms. Catherine Brooks of Washington, D.C. and Mrs. Agnes Hawkins of Washington, D.C.; brother –in-law Frank N. (Julia) Nunn, Jr. of Missouri City, Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends across the country. James will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his family and many friends. Thank you for all of your love and support for Daddy and our family through the years. We appreciate it especially during this time. In lieu of flowers, Daddy would want you to trust God and express your love to everyone. The family also welcomes donations to Virginia Union University as an expression of sympathy. CELEBRATION PROGRAM: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hVHZWSSI0F5qDBZO9xnUvW5IRXTBDvmk/view?usp=share_link

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James Brooks

June 15, 1927 - December 3, 2022