Obituary: Brooks, Thelma

Age 55

Wed., Feb. 20, 2013

BROOKS, Thelma Passed away peacefully on February 17, 2013.

She was born in Kellogg, ID on October 21, 1957 to Raymond and Barbara Figueroa.

She was a loving wife to her husband, Tony Brooks, Pear Blossom, CA, a loving mother to her daughter, Danielle Brooks, Lancaster, CA, a loving daughter to her mother, Barbara Fackler, Spokane, WA, a loving sister to Debra Redding and husband Don and Anita Jones, all of Spokane, Washington, she is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She loved her family and was a true friend to so many.

She was always looking forward to the next adventure.

In honor of Thelma, there will be a committal service on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 10:00 am at Holy Cross Cemetery, 7200 North Wall.

Please visit Thelma’s online tribute at www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com, and leave a message of condolence.

Arrangements entrusted to

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