Mary "Jane" Brooks' Obituary
Decatur-Mary “Jane” Brooks, 81, of Decatur, passed away Monday, November 20, 2017 at Imboden Creek Living Center in Decatur.
Jane was born March 3, 1936 in Imogene, Iowa, the daughter of Thomas and Hannah (McAfee) Dixon. She was previously employed as a preschool and kindergarten teacher and enjoyed playing the piano, reading, and watching the television. She married Patrick Brooks August 24, 1956 in Phelps, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death in October of 1998.
Jane is survived by her son Benjamin (Lisa) Brooks, daughter Teresa (William) Emerson, brother John (Jane) Dixon, sister Billie (Alan) Hendrickson, and grandchildren Kurt, Jarena, Patrick, Nicholas, and Samantha.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Bobbi Everson, and sister Lois Snell.
Honoring Jane’s wishes cremation services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Cremation Center. No services are planned at this time.
Arrangements by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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