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Mary L. Brooks, 88
December 10, 2016
Mary L. Brooks, 88, of Stevens, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Elizabeth (Mancini) Rotoli. She was married to the late Elmer J. Brooks who passed away in 1983. They were married for 44 years.
She worked briefly as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone and as a teacher’s aide. After moving to Lancaster, she waitressed for the former Andy’s Catering Services in Lancaster where she helped serve the Rotary, Kiwanis, ABWA, PP&L and the Iris club. After retiring, she later became a homemaker raising her family.
Mary was a devout Catholic who diligently practiced her faith. She was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church where she was involved in the Guys and Dolls club. She also attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lancaster and Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church in Ephrata, PA. Mary was a member of the PA Catholic Conference and N.A.R.V.R.E.
She enjoyed cooking, going to the Lancaster Rec Center but most of all enjoyed spending time with her friends and family.
Mary is survived by three children, Barbara Aument wife of Terry of Stevens, PA, Carol Tollaksen wife of Stephen, Sr., and James A. Brooks both of Lancaster. Also surviving are three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her two brothers.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1PM on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia, PA. Family and friends will be received one hour prior to the mass at the church on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater PA Chapter, 2595 Interstate Dr, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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December 27, 2016
To Carol, Barb and Jimmy . Iam so sorry to hear about Mary She was a very Special Lady who made me feel so Good whenever I was with her . Mary was always Cheerful and Helpful . I Hope You all are doing Good. Take Care <3 Marianne Zangari
December 19, 2016
To Barb and Family – We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom, Mary. She was such a sweet lady! We are so glad we had the opportunity to get to know her over the years at our family picnics. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for you. With our deepest sympathies – Keith, Mindy, Andy and Tess Aument
December 17, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of mary, even though I havent seen her for a long while, I remember her smile when we were out to eat and her geniune sweetness. Love you Gina
December 16, 2016
I feel so honored and blessed to have met dear Mary and be able to spend some time with her. She was the epitome of sweetness and her loving kindness shone through always. Being a part of my mother’s life in their youth and reconnecting again in later years, Cousin Mary was very dear to my mother’s heart and soon became dear to me, as well. I loved her sense of humor and am very grateful to have had her in my life. Even though our time together was precious and few, it will always be cherished. You will be missed, sweet Mary. Your delightful presence made an impact and knowing you touched me deeply. You will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences to your family. With love, Nikki (Lynette) Huth
December 14, 2016
I loved your mom and it was my pleasure to work eith her at Andys for many years. She was such a sweet soul. I pray you are all comforted in her passing. I bet she she and Andy are talking old times. Love, Wendyb
December 14, 2016
Barb, Carol and Jimmy, please accept our condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a special lady.
Leslie and Gus Gianopoulos
December 14, 2016
Cousin Mary, may you find eternal peace. You were one of the kindest, most caring people I have known. Your Uncle Joe and Aunt Kate loved you dearly, as did your cousin Bal. Nick, Sandi and all the family will miss you. We have nothing but love for you. Joe and Trish MANCINI
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- Saturday, December 17, 2016
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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- Lancaster, PA
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