Avon/Livonia: At age 91 years, Sheila passed peacefully on March 27, 2022 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on April 20, 1930 in Wealdstone, England to the late Frank and Muriel Hampton. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Saul "Sam" Brooks in 2008. Survived by her children; Mandy Bruyer (Steven Dina) of Livonia and Glenn Brooks of Avon; granddaughter Krystal (Scott) McGuinness; great-grandchildren, Hazel and Owen McGuinness; sister, Janet Illingworth; nieces, Sarah Illingworth and Heather (Eric) Kort; nephews, David (Michelle) Laber, Mark Laber, Michael (Ann) Silver, and Steven (Sandy) Silver; and great-nieces, Anastasia, Rhiannon and Bronwyn Kort.
Joyce Sheila Brooks always went by her middle name, Sheila. During her 91 years of life she made friends everywhere she went. Everyone loved her English accent and her delightful personality. Sheila was a resilient woman who was able to overcome many challenges that life threw her way. She was a beautiful person inside and out. We were all touched by her presence and we are better because of that connection. Rest in peace Mum and always know how much you were loved.
No prior calling hours will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm on Tuesday, April 26th, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Immediately following the service all are invited for a Celebration of Life Gathering, to be held until 8pm, at Mandy's home, 4223 East Lake Road, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately at Avon Cemetery, Avon, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Sheila's memory to Catholic Charities of Livingston County – HOPE (Help One Person Excel) Program – 34 E. State Street, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.
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Joyce Sheila Brooks always went by her middle name, Sheila. During her 91 years of life she made friends everywhere she went. Everyone loved her English accent and her delightful personality. Sheila was a resilient woman who was able to overcome many challenges that life threw her way. She was a beautiful person inside and out. We were all touched by her presence and we are better because of that connection. Rest in peace Mum and always know how much you were loved.
No prior calling hours will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm on Tuesday, April 26th, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Immediately following the service all are invited for a Celebration of Life Gathering, to be held until 8pm, at Mandy's home, 4223 East Lake Road, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately at Avon Cemetery, Avon, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Sheila's memory to Catholic Charities of Livingston County – HOPE (Help One Person Excel) Program – 34 E. State Street, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.
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Avon/Livonia: At age 91 years, Sheila passed peacefully on March 27, 2022 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on April 20, 1930 in Wealdstone, England to the late Frank and Muriel Hampton. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Saul "Sam" Brooks in 2008. Survived by her children; Mandy Bruyer (Steven Dina) of Livonia and Glenn Brooks of Avon; granddaughter Krystal (Scott) McGuinness; great-grandchildren, Hazel and Owen McGuinness; sister, Janet Illingworth; nieces, Sarah Illingworth and Heather (Eric) Kort; nephews, David (Michelle) Laber, Mark Laber, Michael (Ann) Silver, and Steven (Sandy) Silver; and great-nieces, Anastasia, Rhiannon and Bronwyn Kort.
Joyce Sheila Brooks always went by her middle name, Sheila. During her 91 years of life she made friends everywhere she went. Everyone loved her English accent and her delightful personality. Sheila was a resilient woman who was able to overcome many challenges that life threw her way. She was a beautiful person inside and out. We were all touched by her presence and we are better because of that connection. Rest in peace Mum and always know how much you were loved.
No prior calling hours will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm on Tuesday, April 26th, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Immediately following the service all are invited for a Celebration of Life Gathering, to be held until 8pm, at Mandy's home, 4223 East Lake Road, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately at Avon Cemetery, Avon, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Sheila's memory to Catholic Charities of Livingston County – HOPE (Help One Person Excel) Program – 34 E. State Street, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.
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Joyce Sheila Brooks always went by her middle name, Sheila. During her 91 years of life she made friends everywhere she went. Everyone loved her English accent and her delightful personality. Sheila was a resilient woman who was able to overcome many challenges that life threw her way. She was a beautiful person inside and out. We were all touched by her presence and we are better because of that connection. Rest in peace Mum and always know how much you were loved.
No prior calling hours will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm on Tuesday, April 26th, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Immediately following the service all are invited for a Celebration of Life Gathering, to be held until 8pm, at Mandy's home, 4223 East Lake Road, Livonia, NY. Interment will be held privately at Avon Cemetery, Avon, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Sheila's memory to Catholic Charities of Livingston County – HOPE (Help One Person Excel) Program – 34 E. State Street, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.
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