Donald M. Brooks Obituary
We bid farewell to Donald M. Brooks of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 20, 2025 at the age of 94. Donald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, David Brooks and Ella Brooks (Stott); and his siblings, David Brooks, Shirley Haggerty and Beverly Wright.
He is survived by: his spouse Joslin Brooks (Peckham); his children, Dorothy Leonard (Christopher) of Ridgefield, CT and Donald M. Brooks, Jr. (Kimberly) of Lincoln; his brother Dr. Robert G. Brooks of Warwick; and his grandsons, Andrew Leonard, Alec Leonard, Ryan Brooks and Connor Brooks. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Bellows Funeral Chapel (160 River Rd, Lincoln, RI 02865). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 at the Swan Point Cemetery (585 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906).
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to Operation Stand Down RI, 1010 Hartford Avenue, Unit 1, Johnston, RI 02919, or the R.I. Lions Sight Foundation, P.O. Box 19671, Johnston, RI 02919 would be appreciated.
