Robert Brooks Obituary

Robert (Bob) Brooks, 61, of Charlotte, passed away Tuesday Sept. 10, 2013. He was born in Baton Rouge, LA, on June 7, 1952 to John Calvin and Eva Schmieder Brooks. Bob graduated from Broadmoor Senior High School (1970) and received a Bachelor of Science from Troy State University, Montgomery, in Computer Science in 1978. He was married to Susan Lander Brooks on April 20, 1985. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1973 and was honorably discharged as Sergeant in 1979. He formed his own computer company (Validata), worked for Litton Data Systems, Northrop Grumman, Simulation Sciences (SimSci), Citigroup, Bank of America and Diebold. He was an avid pilot and flew his own twin-engine airplane for many years with two trips to Mexico and numerous flights cross-country from Los Angeles to Florida. He also was the proud owner of a Heritage Softail Harley Davidson motorcycle on which he enjoyed many hours of riding. He had a tremendous love of music and a wonderful sense of humor. He was survived by his wife of 28 years, Susan, 2 DAUGHTERS: Erin Brooks Driscoll, 39 (Steve Driscoll) of Charlotte, NC & Diana Lynne Fehr, 33 (Jason Fehr) of Palm Bay, FL; 5 GRANDCHILDREN: Drew Michael Goldman (15), Logan Harley Driscoll (4), Lucas Robert Driscoll (18 months), Liam Alexander Driscoll (6 weeks) of Charlotte and Jaylyn Reese Fehr (4) of Palm Bay; 2 SISTERS: Laura Lapham (Jimmy Lapham) and Joy Bielitz (Wayne Bielitz) of Baton Rouge, LA. and several Nephews and a Niece. He was previously deceased by his parents John and Eva Brooks, and a sister Melody (Jeannie) Sublett. His family greeted friends on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013, from 1-2 p.m. at McEwen-Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road, Charlotte, NC, followed by his funeral at 2p.m. A catered reception followed in the funeral home. Graveside services will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Ft. Meade, FL. Condolences to the family may be offered at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 13 to Sep. 15, 2013.
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Doug and I are so sad; please know you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

Linda & Doug Walker

September 25, 2013

Heaven gained a wonderful soul... Bob was Peter's best man at our wedding... So sorry for your sudden loss...

Patty Van Duyn

September 20, 2013

Dear Susan, I am so shocked to have heard the news of Bob's passing and very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I have a lot of fond memories from the time I worked with him at Citi.

Sarah Mehrdad (LA, CA)

September 18, 2013

To the Brooks Family,
I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing as are other BHS classmates.
God Bless your Family,
Karen Tricon

Karen Tricon

September 17, 2013

Susan, I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and will be in my prayers.

Joshua Abrego

September 16, 2013

Susan - I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Your friend,
Chris

Chris Phillips

September 16, 2013

Oh my dear cousins, I am so very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. We have had too much sorrow this year for any family. Love to all of you. Clair Brooks Pasahow & family

Clair Brooks- Pasahow

September 15, 2013

To the Brooks family you have my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort be with you.

September 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss.

Laura Scharfschwerdt Harbour

September 13, 2013

Susan ~ I was so sorry to hear about Bob. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynne Scharfschwerdt Glass (Vero Beach, FL)

September 13, 2013

Susan,

You are in our prayers at this sad time.

The Rogers

Cindy Rogers

September 13, 2013

Susan, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved, Bob. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you walk through this journey.

Rose Shelton (KC)

Rose Shelton

September 12, 2013

Susan,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our hearts go out to you and your family. May God Bless you and your family, and send his Angels to give you and your family comfort and strength. Memories are with us forever. Cherish the memories.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Carol & Mike McDonell

September 12, 2013

I do not have the words to express my sorrow for your profound loss in loosing your husband and best friend. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time of your lives.

Josie Robinson

September 12, 2013

I am so sorry about your loss. Love and hugs sent your families way.

Jade Saeger

September 12, 2013

Susan, so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. May the Lord bless you with the love of family and friends at this time and for years to come. <3

Beverly Jordan Preciado

September 12, 2013

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