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Charles Brooks Obituary

Charles Mitchell Brooks N. CHARLESTON - Charles Mitchell Brooks, 73, of North Charleston, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at Roper Hospital. Born July 23, 1946 in Geneva, Alabama, he was the son of the late Charles E. and Sarah V. Brooks. Mitch grew up in a military family and was a proud veteran of the US Marine Corps. In 1993, he retired as a Shipfitter from Shop 11 at the Charleston Naval Shipyard. He enjoyed the outdoors, riding his moped, and cheering on Tom Brady. He was a man of few words, but you knew where he stood. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Paula Brooks; his daughters: Lynn (JB), Vicky (Phil), and Katie; nine grandchildren; and his brother-in-law, Arnold Nesbitt. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother, Michael Brooks; sister, Gloria Nesbitt; and daughter, Michelle Furman. He leaves behind family and many friends who will miss him dearly. Arrangements are being handled by Charleston Cremation Center, LLC of Charleston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Legion, Post 166 sent to PO Box 147, Goose Creek, SC 29445 named in memory of Mitch Brooks. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 15 to May 16, 2020.

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Amy

May 18, 2020

Paula, We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Your FedEx family.

Another Marine

May 17, 2020

Whenever I become aware that another Marine has answered his last muster, I am reminded by words in our Marines Hymn that tells us, the streets of Heaven are guarded by United States Marines. Stack arms and rest your pack, Marine, and then take your post. You still have important work to do. Semper Fi, and carry on.

Carolyn Murray

May 17, 2020

Paula, Paul and I are so sorry for your loss. You and the girls are in our prayers. Love, Carolyn and Paul Murray

Peter Sharkey

May 17, 2020

Worked with Mitch at the Shipyard. He was a unique guy to say the least. Hed give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. Im sure he will be dearly missed by his friends and family. Hes in God's arms now.

April Blasingame

May 15, 2020

Uncle Mitch I will miss you so very much but will never forget all the great memories I have of you. I would have never known how to find sand dollars if it wasn't for you. Just one of my great memories of you one I will cherish forever. I now have chickens of my own and can remember all the times I seen you taking care of yours. For the last 2 days when I have went out to check them I have cried because it has brought back that memory but I will cherish that memory as well. I am glad you are no longer in pain however you will truly be missed every day and loved forever. I promise to check on Mrs. Paula more often to make sure she is okay. I love you may you rest in peace your loving niece April.

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