Celebrating the life of
Sammy Brooks
June 24, 1935 - December 20, 2006
Dr. S. Kent Brooks
Tybee Island, GA-Dr. S. Kent Brooks passed away December 20, 2006.
Born June 24, 1935 in Littlefield, TX, his life was a quest for knowledge and adventure. He served his country as a Naval Aviator. After moving to Savannah in the 1960’s, he shared his knowledge as a professor at Armstrong Atlantic State University where he developed the film program. After retirement, he continued to teach abroad and in local prisons. He pursued interest in travel, motorcycles, truck driving, house restoration, gardening, writing and painting. His paintings won local recognition and his stories and poems were published in local journals.
Surviving are his companion and son, Joseph H. Brooks; best friend, Kokomo; beloved sister, Hilma Cumming; brother, Dr. Deryl Brooks and close friend, Pratt Howard.
A Gathering of Remembrance will be held Friday, December 22, 2006 from 6pm to 8pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Memorials may be made to The Human Rights Campaign, 1640 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20036-3278 www.hrc.org or to the charity of your choice.
Kent was a dear friend -- my closest -- for many, many years during my time in Savannah. He leaves me great memories of poems written, a novel with cimematic tone, and a warmth and caring beyond comparison. It was my loss to seek to reconnect so late that I only missed by a few days. Peace be with his soul. Assalam Walikum and a quiet Yassim for this wonderful man.
- howard mcglassn, Kuala Lumpur, - Other
Joseph, 'Life is what happens while you are making other plans.' John Lennon. I did my very best to find a way for Hilma to get to the memorial service, but the best itinerary I could craft still involved three legs of travel by car and air of more than six hours going and coming. I am convinced this would have over-challenged her both physically and emotionally. She would have been there if she could. I am going to try to find some time in perhaps late Feburary when I can take her out to visit you and Koko...if that's OK. I am sorry for your loss...and ours. He was in many ways the best and brightest of our family.
- BARRY BROOKS, DALLAS, TX
I am so proud to have had you, Uncle Kent, and Kokomo as part of my family. My only regret is that we all didn't have more time together. Please know that you are loved and Uncle Kent will be greatly missed.
- Ashley Brooks, Katy, TX
Joseph- I am so sorry about Uncle Kent's death. Please come see us again with Kokomo. I will miss him.
- Megan Brooks, Katy, TX
Dear Joseph, Words can never express our love for Kent nor our sadness over his death. You will always be part of our family. Thank you for sharing Kent and Kokomo with us over the years. Please come see us and we will 'bowl' one for Kent. Love, Nelda
- Nelda Brooks, Katy, TX
Dear Joseph, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sorry that I never met him. I am sure he was as special as you are. If you need ANYTHING or want to talk, call me. Tilda
- Tilda Holzberg, Savannah, GA
Joseph- I just heard the news and I have been much agrieved. I know how wonderful and special you are, I can only imagine how he was, having never met him. I am very sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do, please call me. Jamie
- jamie mathews, wilmington island, GA
Joseph my thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Whenever you feel you need a shoulder, just know that I am here for you. Jean
- Jean Sullivan, Rincon, GA
Dear Joseph, With great shock, I have just read Kent's obituary in the paper. Just yesterday, Helen was sharing the Christmas card and pictures of the NS house that she received. My heart goes out to you for your loss. I know from my own experience that the proximity to the holidays only makes it more painful for now and future years. I am working tonight and will be unable to come to the gathering, but please know that you have my deepest sympathy. Kent was such a character and so full of life, it must be hard to comprehend his absence. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Mary Sue
- Mary Sue Arthur, Richmond Hill, GA, GA
sorry to hear such sad news. I remember him as a good neighbour.
- margaret sweeney, yarmouth, NS
Kent was a dear friend -- my closest -- for many, many years during my time in Savannah. He leaves me great memories of poems written, a novel with cimematic tone, and a warmth and caring beyond comparison. It was my loss to seek to reconnect so late that I only missed by a few days. Peace be with his soul. Assalam Walikum and a quiet Yassim for this wonderful man.
- howard mcglassn, Kuala Lumpur, - Other -
Joseph, 'Life is what happens while you are making other plans.' John Lennon. I did my very best to find a way for Hilma to get to the memorial service, but the best itinerary I could craft still involved three legs of travel by car and air of more than six hours going and coming. I am convinced this would have over-challenged her both physically and emotionally. She would have been there if she could. I am going to try to find some time in perhaps late Feburary when I can take her out to visit you and Koko...if that's OK. I am sorry for your loss...and ours. He was in many ways the best and brightest of our family.
- BARRY BROOKS, DALLAS, TX
I am so proud to have had you, Uncle Kent, and Kokomo as part of my family. My only regret is that we all didn't have more time together. Please know that you are loved and Uncle Kent will be greatly missed.
- Ashley Brooks, Katy, TX
Joseph- I am so sorry about Uncle Kent's death. Please come see us again with Kokomo. I will miss him.
- Megan Brooks, Katy, TX
Dear Joseph, Words can never express our love for Kent nor our sadness over his death. You will always be part of our family. Thank you for sharing Kent and Kokomo with us over the years. Please come see us and we will 'bowl' one for Kent. Love, Nelda
- Nelda Brooks, Katy, TX
Dear Joseph, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sorry that I never met him. I am sure he was as special as you are. If you need ANYTHING or want to talk, call me. Tilda
- Tilda Holzberg, Savannah, GA
Joseph- I just heard the news and I have been much agrieved. I know how wonderful and special you are, I can only imagine how he was, having never met him. I am very sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do, please call me. Jamie
- jamie mathews, wilmington island, GA
Joseph my thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Whenever you feel you need a shoulder, just know that I am here for you. Jean
- Jean Sullivan, Rincon, GA
Dear Joseph, With great shock, I have just read Kent's obituary in the paper. Just yesterday, Helen was sharing the Christmas card and pictures of the NS house that she received. My heart goes out to you for your loss. I know from my own experience that the proximity to the holidays only makes it more painful for now and future years. I am working tonight and will be unable to come to the gathering, but please know that you have my deepest sympathy. Kent was such a character and so full of life, it must be hard to comprehend his absence. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Mary Sue
- Mary Sue Arthur, Richmond Hill, GA, GA
sorry to hear such sad news. I remember him as a good neighbour.
- margaret sweeney, yarmouth, NS
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
