Joseph Wayne Brooks

Joseph Wayne Brooks, 71, of Mentor passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer on April 23, 2020 at his home, with his wife Linda by his side.

Joe was born May 2, 1949 to Lacy & William W. Brooks (deceased) in Murrayville, OH.

Beloved husband to Linda Stifler Brooks, for 44 years. He was a loving stepfather to Jim Stifler (Karin), Tom Stifler (Linda) and Mike Stifler (Meg), doting grandfather to Nate, Colin, Ryan and Paul Stifler.  He was adored by his sister Sandy and brother Ray.  He had a stepbrother, Ronnie Eggers, that was killed in Vietnam.

Joe was a Marine and a Vietnam veteran.  He was a Plt. Sargent in India Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines (1968-1969).  He was past Commandant and member of Detachment 555 at Gunny Hall in Mentor.

Joe attended North High School in Eastlake (Class of '67) and Hiram College where he studied political science.  For a short time he was a Willoughby Hills police officer.  His history  background led to an intense love for our country.  As a youth, he was an Eagle Scout.

Joe was instrumental in the building of the Armed Forces Memorial at the old North High School, as well as the newly built North High School.  Joe was an independent financial planner and retired in 2016.

Joe was known for his kindness and loyalty to his friends.  He loved playing golf and organizing golf outings for charities.  He enjoyed collecting art and gardening.  He was an avid reader and an author.  He was a die hard Cleveland Indians fan.  He was a perfectionist in all his hobbies and in life; he loved his Diet Coke (only glass bottles) and his Marlboros!

With the current COVID-19 public gathering restrictions, a private family funeral service will be held.  Once current restrictions are lifted, a Celebration of Life will be scheduled.  Please keep the family in prayers.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his memory to Hospice of the Western Reserve.