CW2 (Ret) Eugene Wayne Brooks Jr.

Eugene Wayne Brooks, Jr., son of the late Eugene Wayne Brooks, Sr. and Edna Stella (Houey) Brooks, was born June 30, 1946, in Klamath Falls, Oregon. As a young boy, Eugene grew up in Medford, Oregon and graduated from high school. Shortly after graduating from high school, Eugene entered the United States Army and very quickly went to serve in Vietnam. He served for a total of 21 years in the Army and earned the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 2, along with several awards and commendations before his retirement. After retiring from the military, Eugene went to work for EDP Enterprises on Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He began in building management, the progressed up to Director of Food Service before becoming Vice President, a position he currently held. On March 18, 1967, Eugene was united in marriage to Emma Louise Johnson in Medford, Oregon. They shared over 55 years of marriage together and were blessed with two children: Kevin and Christopher. In his spare time, Eugene loved to be outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting, working in the yard, or visiting the Oregon coast and going to the beaches. He was also an avid NASCAR racing fan and enjoyed watching every race. He enjoyed cooking for his family and friends, and most importantly, just spending time with his family was a cherished moment, especially with the grandchildren. Eugene passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022, in the Phelps Health of Rolla, Missouri having attained the age of 75 years. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. Eugene leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Emma Brooks of the home; two children: Kevin Eugene Brooks of St. Robert, MO, and Christopher William Brooks (Shelia) of Vancouver, WA; four grandchildren: Payten R. Brooks, Kaleb Brooks, Kylee Brooks, and Makenna Brooks; one sister: Debra Waite of Central Point, OR; several other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Eugene was preceded in death by one sister, Roseann Brooks-Beard. Graveside services with military honors were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 1, 2022 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery of Waynesville with Chaplain (CPT) Shakeer McNair officiating. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of CW2 (Ret) Brooks and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

CW2 (Ret) Eugene Wayne Brooks Jr.

June 30, 1946 - June 19, 2022