"IM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR THAT GINNY HAS PASSED AWAY , GINNY WAS A BEAUTIFUL AND WONDERFUL LADY INSIDE AND OUT , I GOT TO KNOW HER AND DALE WELL , I WAS 1 OF THE GALS WHO HELPED TAKE CARE DALE AT THEIR HOME , WHEN I HAD LIVED IN MAQ , "
In loving memory of
Genevieve Brooks
August 1, 1923 - December 25, 2020
Genevieve Brooks, a long-time resident of Maquoketa, Iowa, died December 25, 2020 at Grundy Care Center in Grundy Center, Iowa. Due to the pandemic a graveside memorial service will be held in the Spring. Genny, as she was known to her friends, was born on August 1,1923 to Dr. and Mrs. Owen L. Frank in Maquoketa, Iowa.
She graduated valedictorian of her class at Maquoketa High School in 1941, and went on to Frances Shimer College in Mount Carroll, Illinois, where she again graduated with honors. She married True Dale Brooks on June 11, 1944 at the First Congregational Church in Maquoketa, The couple made their home on the family farm near Delmar, IA where they raised their own family. In 1997 they moved to Maquoketa. After Dale's death on July 30, 2008 Genny remained in her home for the next few years, before moving to Cedar Falls where she was a resident at Bickford Cottage Assisted Living. In the Fall of 2017 she was relocated to Grundy Care Center, due to declining health. She remained there until her death.
During her married life Genny was active in the community and loved to entertain throughout the year, especially during the Christmas season, her most favorite time of year. She was known to her many friends as "the hostess with the mostest," always welcoming anyone into her home. She and Dale enjoyed years of extensive travel, and she loved working on art projects, along with playing the piano and organ.
Those left to honor Genny's memory are her son and daughter-in-law Phillip (Mary Jo) Brooks of Enterprise, AL, daughter and son-in-law Nancy (Joel) Smith of Shell Rock, IA, and daughter and son-in-law Barbara (Jay) Erickson of Silver Creek, WA; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, 2 sisters,(one in infancy), and 1 brother in infancy.
The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of support or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"Ellen Prehn Collins Jan. 12 Genny brought love and laughter to her many friends. My parents Herb and Mildred Prehn enjoyed many outings with Jenny and Dale. I am sorry for your loss. Nancy, knowing your were the one who lives here in Iowa I am certain it was you who have journeyed with your mom through these last years of her life. I would like to affirm you for all you did to provide care for your mom. "
"On behalf of Margaret McDermott, please accept our condolences on Genny's passing."
"Phillip, Barbara and Nancy, I was sorry to read of your mom's passing. I got to know Genny by way of your dad Dale when both he and I worked for Clinton County. May wonderful memories sustain you all during this time. "
"Nancy and family,... We are saddened to hear of Genny's passing. She was a good neighbor, always so friendly. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy and Wayne Wagoner"
" Phil and Mary and Family, You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Phillip, Nancy and Barbara...... so sorry to learn of Genny's passing. So many fond memories of our family visiting you on the farm. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time."
"Nanc....just know that your Riverview friends have your family in their thoughts and prayers in the loss of your precious mother"
"Nancy, Phil and Barb, along with your families, I extend my deepest sympathy of the loss of you Mom, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. I remember your folks so well and their beautiful home on the hill. She was a good person and a proud Mother and wife. Grateful that you had her in your lives for so many years and that she has now gone to join Dale. Blessing to you all....."
"Barb so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family and friends ?????"
"Our deepest sympathy to the family. My mother in law Lois Hayes was Dr. Frank's nurse for many years and she and Genny were good friends. Genny was a kind, caring, and fun loving person. She will be missed. "
"I feel as though a part of my childhood left with Gen. Her parents, Uncle Doc and Aunt Flo to me, were very close friends with my parents, Rachel and H.D. Keeley. I recall so many happy times at the Frank home, our home and later at Gen and Dale's - and also picnics and breakfasts at the Caves. I used to spend overnights in the Frank home where Gen and Phyliss were so kind to me, and so much fun. Sledding on Austin Avenue was a must. They all came to our home nearly every Christmas morning. I remember Phil and Nancy as little children and Barbie as an infant. Nancy, I recall one incident with you. Uncle Doc was called out for a house call during a large party. When he returned he demanded to know who had consumed most of his drink. It wasn't until you started falling down that the culprit was determined! Phil, thank you so much for including all of the wonderful photos of your mother and her family. I will save some of them. I still have a toy loom that they gave me as a child. And I still make Aunt Flo's dried corn. My daughter, Laura, (now deceased) and Pat Smith were good friends -- and so excited when they learned of their common history. All of you have my sincerest sympathy and I know that you also have a treasure trove of wonderful memories with all of your family. Rachel Keeley Porter - Coralville, IA"
"To the Brooks families, So sorry to learn about the loss of your mother on Christmas morning. Your mother was a very dear friend of our mother, Doris through many years! Both of your parents were special friends to our parents. We Browns surround all of you with loving thoughts as you celebrate the long and well-lived life of your dear mother!"
"IM SO VERY VERY SORRY TO SEE THAT GINNY HAS PAST AWAY , SUCH A WONDERFUL AND LOVEN WOMAN , I USED TO DO IN HOME CARE FOR HER HUSBAND DALE , WHEN I LIVED IN MAQ , SHE WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL LADY "
"We would like to extend to you our deepest sympathy. Our mom and dad (Willis and Marian Bramer) enjoyed your parents so very much .... now they can pickup where they left off for eternity. Please take care....our thoughts are with you and your entire family. Brenda, LuJean and Roxi"