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Bruce Brooks Obituary
Bruce grew up in Cleveland and has been a 37-year resident of Sheffield Lake. He retired from Ferris Processing and Trading having been a heavy machine operator. Bruce had a fabulous sense of humor and enjoyed every ounce of life to the fullest. He was a constant DIY-er, always working on the family home both inside and out. Bruce enjoyed traveling and camping with his wife Deborah where he could enjoy fishing, canoeing, and walking through the beauty of nature. Above everything, he loved his family and friends and had a special love for animals.
Bruce is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years Deborah (nee Sowders) Brooks; loving daughter Amanda Roman; devoted siblings Pat Taskey, Sandy (Marty) MacIntyre, Mickey (Donna) Brooks, and Beverly Potash; brother-in-law Jamie Sowders; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Brian Brooks.
Memorial contributions in Bruce's honor are suggested to American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/donate.html
Family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at the VFW Post #8686, 577 Harris Rd, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054. Busch Funeral Home, Avon Lake is honored to serve the family of Bruce Brooks. www.buschcares.com 440-933-3202
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