Audrey B. Brooks, age 94, passed away peacefully April 4, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born October 23, 1922 to the late Norman Battersby, former DE State representative, and the late Annie Battersby (Kennelly). Audrey was born and raised in Newark, DE and is a graduate of Newark High School class of 1940. SheContinue Reading
Audrey B. Brooks, age 94, passed away peacefully April 4, 2017 surrounded by family. She was born October 23, 1922 to the late Norman Battersby, former DE State representative, and the late Annie Battersby (Kennelly).
Audrey was born and raised in Newark, DE and is a graduate of Newark High School class of 1940. She was captain of the cheerleading, basketball, field hockey and track teams. This is also where she met her husband, the late C. Melvin “Ripper” Brooks, of 70 years. After graduation, Audrey pursued a career as a beautician and would ride the train daily to Philadelphia to study and learn the trade. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed cooking, dancing, playing cards, and was a lifelong member of the National Grange #60, Glasgow, DE, holding various positions over the years.
Audrey is survived by her daughter, Barbara Battersby McLaughlin of Elkton, MD; daughter, Elizabeth Ann Dougherty of New Castle, DE; son, C. Melvin “Gov” Brooks, Jr. (Diane) of Newark, DE; daughter, Polly Cherundolo of Newark, DE; son, Stephen Brooks (Kathy) of Vineland, NJ. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Audrey is preceded in death by her sister, Alice Battersby Neide; nephew, Bill Neide; nephew, Norman Neide; and grandson, Brian McLaughlin.
A visitation for Audrey will be held from 6-8 pm on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc., 122 West Main Street, Newark, DE, 19711. A celebration of Audrey’s life will be held at the funeral home, 11 am Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
Cindy Hill
left a message on April 12, 2017:
Audrey ..... certainly one of my FAVORITE ladies ever. She absolutely brightened up our office as soon as she arrived. May all the wonderful memories of her help each and everyone of you thru the difficult times ahead. I will miss her dearly.... she was a GOOD SOUL and will be missed !! XXOO
Bobi Jo Ross-Wilson
left a message on April 11, 2017:
Audrey Brooks was one of the dearest people I have ever met . I considered her my Nanny too. I love you Nanny and Pop-Pop.
Forever in my Heart
Bobi Jo
Forever in my Heart
Bobi Jo
Margie Correll Sample
left a message on April 11, 2017:
Hi Sweetie....That is how this wonderful lady always greeted everyone. She will be terribly missed by everyone, especially her Grange friends. I have known Audrey most of my life. She gave me perms as I was growing up and always did my hair for special occasions. I even baby sat for her at different times. The whole Correll Family loved her. My deepest sympathy to all of her family.
left a message on April 10, 2017:
May the hearer of prayer grant comfort at this challenging time of need. May warm memories of happy times comfort you. RH
Jim Brooks
left a message on April 10, 2017:
Aunt Audrey, You were the greatest! We'll miss you, your humor, and your Grange Hall cooking. "Bless her heart." Love, Jim and Gail
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Palmer
left a message on April 10, 2017:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
left a message on April 9, 2017:
Dear Audrey,
It was a great pleasure to know you and Mel and the world will miss your smiles and cheerful presence. And, the Grange will surely miss you.
Peace, dear spirit.
Love,
Grace Caulk Passmore
It was a great pleasure to know you and Mel and the world will miss your smiles and cheerful presence. And, the Grange will surely miss you.
Peace, dear spirit.
Love,
Grace Caulk Passmore
Anne Sinopoli
left a message on April 9, 2017:
I am sorry for your loss. My mother was at Millcroft from June until December. I always enjoyed talking to Audrey when I would see her on the porch. She was had a wealth of knowledge about Newark. She made my visits more enjoyable. I will always remember her!
Gail (Heath) Keener
left a message on April 9, 2017:
Deepest condolences to the Brooks family. Audrey was the sweetest soul. Some of my fondest memories are of spending time with Betsy and her family at their house. So much laughter and fun!!! Also, at Indian River Inlet tenting with the family, back when you could camp on the south side of the bridge. Halloween parties at the Grange were also a highlight. My mother, Shirley Heath, thought the world of Audrey and loved her dearly. So do I. Audrey, with her good heart, would take her homemade vegetable soup or delicious chicken and dumplings to my Mom and they would laugh all afternoon. It has been my honor to have had several phone conversations with Audrey in recent years. May our Lord fill Audrey's absence with His presence and all consuming love so the grieving will be bearable, complete and of short duration. The reunion with her dear Melvin is a blessing. Much love to all.
Dennis Garner
left a message on April 8, 2017:
Gov,
I'm sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
I'm sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Kathy Powers
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Prayers to Mrs. Brooks' family......her presence, smile & wonderful humor will be missed here at Millcroft. May God Hold Her in The Palm of His Hand Until You Meet Again.
Maureen Farrell
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Jamie,
Sorry for the loss of your Nanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sorry for the loss of your Nanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Please take comfort in Gods word the Bible (Matthew 5:4).
Ron Morgan
left a message on April 6, 2017:
Audrey and Melvin were my parent's (Moose and Darlene Morgan) BFFs. Their almost weekly Pinochle games (while country and western music played in the background) were always amusing and sometimes rowdy. Many happy memory of them both as well as Barby, Betsy and Gov (the three children I knew the best). I have been gone from Newark for over 45 years but would always try to stop by Glasgow and say hi when I could.
Crystal Heintz
left a message on April 6, 2017:
To the family of Ms. Brooks- I will miss her dearly. She was the kindest soul.There is a special place in heaven for her. My deepest sympathy to Polly. Your love for her was amazing!
Shirley Williams
left a message on April 6, 2017:
Audrey and my mother, Darlene Morgan, were best friends since they were 12 years old and remained friends until my mother passed away. I have many fond memories growing up with them as a child and as an adult. When my father passed I took his place at their Friday night pinochle games.We would just laugh all night long. When my mother got Alzheimer's disease she never forgot who they were. I had a hard time getting her to go out anywhere, but on Sunday nights she would look forward to going and having dinner with them. They could always make her laugh and smile. When my mom would say or do something crazy,Audrey would just laugh and shake her head and say, "God bless Darlenie"(that's what she called her). She will be missed by many people.
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Cindy Hill
left a message on April 12, 2017:
Audrey ..... certainly one of my FAVORITE ladies ever. She absolutely brightened up our office as soon as she arrived. May all the wonderful memories of her help each and everyone of you thru the difficult times ahead. I will miss her dearly.... she was a GOOD SOUL and will be missed !! XXOO
Bobi Jo Ross-Wilson
left a message on April 11, 2017:
Audrey Brooks was one of the dearest people I have ever met . I considered her my Nanny too. I love you Nanny and Pop-Pop.
Forever in my Heart
Bobi Jo
Forever in my Heart
Bobi Jo
Margie Correll Sample
left a message on April 11, 2017:
Hi Sweetie....That is how this wonderful lady always greeted everyone. She will be terribly missed by everyone, especially her Grange friends. I have known Audrey most of my life. She gave me perms as I was growing up and always did my hair for special occasions. I even baby sat for her at different times. The whole Correll Family loved her. My deepest sympathy to all of her family.
left a message on April 10, 2017:
May the hearer of prayer grant comfort at this challenging time of need. May warm memories of happy times comfort you. RH
Jim Brooks
left a message on April 10, 2017:
Aunt Audrey, You were the greatest! We'll miss you, your humor, and your Grange Hall cooking. "Bless her heart." Love, Jim and Gail
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Barbara Palmer
left a message on April 10, 2017:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
left a message on April 9, 2017:
Dear Audrey,
It was a great pleasure to know you and Mel and the world will miss your smiles and cheerful presence. And, the Grange will surely miss you.
Peace, dear spirit.
Love,
Grace Caulk Passmore
It was a great pleasure to know you and Mel and the world will miss your smiles and cheerful presence. And, the Grange will surely miss you.
Peace, dear spirit.
Love,
Grace Caulk Passmore
Anne Sinopoli
left a message on April 9, 2017:
I am sorry for your loss. My mother was at Millcroft from June until December. I always enjoyed talking to Audrey when I would see her on the porch. She was had a wealth of knowledge about Newark. She made my visits more enjoyable. I will always remember her!
Gail (Heath) Keener
left a message on April 9, 2017:
Deepest condolences to the Brooks family. Audrey was the sweetest soul. Some of my fondest memories are of spending time with Betsy and her family at their house. So much laughter and fun!!! Also, at Indian River Inlet tenting with the family, back when you could camp on the south side of the bridge. Halloween parties at the Grange were also a highlight. My mother, Shirley Heath, thought the world of Audrey and loved her dearly. So do I. Audrey, with her good heart, would take her homemade vegetable soup or delicious chicken and dumplings to my Mom and they would laugh all afternoon. It has been my honor to have had several phone conversations with Audrey in recent years. May our Lord fill Audrey's absence with His presence and all consuming love so the grieving will be bearable, complete and of short duration. The reunion with her dear Melvin is a blessing. Much love to all.
Dennis Garner
left a message on April 8, 2017:
Gov,
I'm sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
I'm sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Kathy Powers
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Prayers to Mrs. Brooks' family......her presence, smile & wonderful humor will be missed here at Millcroft. May God Hold Her in The Palm of His Hand Until You Meet Again.
Maureen Farrell
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Jamie,
Sorry for the loss of your Nanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sorry for the loss of your Nanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
left a message on April 7, 2017:
Please take comfort in Gods word the Bible (Matthew 5:4).
Ron Morgan
left a message on April 6, 2017:
Audrey and Melvin were my parent's (Moose and Darlene Morgan) BFFs. Their almost weekly Pinochle games (while country and western music played in the background) were always amusing and sometimes rowdy. Many happy memory of them both as well as Barby, Betsy and Gov (the three children I knew the best). I have been gone from Newark for over 45 years but would always try to stop by Glasgow and say hi when I could.
Crystal Heintz
left a message on April 6, 2017:
To the family of Ms. Brooks- I will miss her dearly. She was the kindest soul.There is a special place in heaven for her. My deepest sympathy to Polly. Your love for her was amazing!
Shirley Williams
left a message on April 6, 2017:
Audrey and my mother, Darlene Morgan, were best friends since they were 12 years old and remained friends until my mother passed away. I have many fond memories growing up with them as a child and as an adult. When my father passed I took his place at their Friday night pinochle games.We would just laugh all night long. When my mother got Alzheimer's disease she never forgot who they were. I had a hard time getting her to go out anywhere, but on Sunday nights she would look forward to going and having dinner with them. They could always make her laugh and smile. When my mom would say or do something crazy,Audrey would just laugh and shake her head and say, "God bless Darlenie"(that's what she called her). She will be missed by many people.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.