Mary June Brooks affectionately known as June to those close to her was a very loving woman who had the knack for making those around her feel comfortable and welcome. She had a wonderful personality and folks gravitated to her for kind conversation and hospitality. She prioritized her family and will be remembered as someone who was unmistakably present and willing to invest in others. June was gifted with a remarkable mind resulting in the means of learning rapidly. June was a committed wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She collected dolls and this brought her much joy. June will be fondly remembered by all who crossed her path.
Mary is preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence Harold Brooks; parents, Jesse & Alma Ricketts; brothers, Charles and Donald Ricketts; sister, Catherine Casperson; daughters, Dora June Thomas & Connie May Anderson; son in law, Steven Terry Ogden; and son in law, Homer Malcolm Anderson. She is survived by daughters, Theresa Lynn Woods & husband Keith William & Vicki Elaine Ogden; grandchildren, Tommy Edward Scott Jr. & Christina June Kearney & husband Richard Andrew; four Great Grandchildren; and numerous other nieces, nephews, extended family and loving friends.
In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - LLS.orgds.
A committal service for Mary will be held April 16, 2020 at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens in the Garden of Love 1413 E. Irving Blvd. Irving, TX 75060.