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Larry G. Brooks

Birth	:	19 Sep 1925 Unionville, Appanoose County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	18 Apr 2011 Centerville, Appanoose County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Hillcrest Cemetery, Moravia, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.8852882, -92.8196411
Description	:	Larry Brooks, age 85 of Moravia, Iowa died Monday April 18, 2011 at Centerville Nursing and Rehab, Centerville, Iowa. Larry was born September 19, 1925 in rural Appanoose County, northeast of Unionville, Iowa, the son of Willard and Cara(Bailey)Brooks. At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy Seabees in Oakland, California. Larry served his country for three years, including his service in World War II. After his honorable discharge from the Navy, Larry operated and co-owned the Corner Cafe in Moravia, Iowa. He worked for Walter's Upholstery in Moravia for several years. Larry worked for... Read More	Larry Brooks, age 85 of Moravia, Iowa died Monday April 18, 2011 at Centerville Nursing and Rehab, Centerville, Iowa. Larry was born September 19, 1925 in rural Appanoose County, northeast of Unionville, Iowa, the son of Willard and Cara(Bailey)Brooks. At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy Seabees in Oakland, California. Larry served his country for three years, including his service in World War II. After his honorable discharge from the Navy, Larry operated and co-owned the Corner Cafe in Moravia, Iowa. He worked for Walter's Upholstery in Moravia for several years. Larry worked for the postal service for numerous years, including postal work for both Moravia and Ottumwa Post Offices. He retired from the postal service at the age of 55. Larry married Margaret Ward on May 17, 1947 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Margaret passed away in 1981. He later married Ruby Brooks on February 6, 1982 in Albia, Iowa. Ruby passed away on November 12, 2004. In his free time, Larry enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and most importantly, sending time with his grandchildren. He also coached little league baseball in Moravia, Iowa for several years. He was a sixty five year member of the American Legion/VFW. Larry was also an active member of the Moravia Booster Club. He was also a member of the Moravia Ruritans. Larry was very proud of his active service with the Moravia Fall Festival, including his membership on the Moravia Fall Festival Committee. He is survived by two children, Dan Brooks of Moravia, Iowa and Vanessa(Pat)Nicoletto of Unionville, Iowa; three grandchildren, Paige Nicoletto of Unionville, Iowa, Ryan Nicoletto of Bloomfield, Iowa, and Brad(Jessi)Nicoletto of Moravia, Iowa; two great grandchildren, Cameron and Madison Nicoletto; and a sister, Judy(Ralph)Wallace of Naples, Florida, 2 nieces Linda Peru of Saffron, Arizona and Leslie Thorn of Aurora, Colorado. Larry was preceded in death by his two wives Margaret and Ruby Brooks; his parents; and a twin brother Lonny Brooks on August 23, 2004. Graveside service with Military Honors will be held Friday 10:30 am April 22, 2011 at Hillcrest Cemetery, Moravia with Pastor Terry Chapman officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, April 21 from 6-8 pm at the Lange Funeral Home, Moravia. A memorial has been established to the Moravia Volunteer Fire Dept or the Seniro Citizens Meals, Moravia.

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Where is Larry G. Brooks's memorial?
Larry G. Brooks's memorial is located at: Hillcrest Cemetery, Moravia, Appanoose County, USA.
When did Larry G. Brooks death?
Larry G. Brooks death on 18 Apr 2011 in Centerville, Appanoose County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Larry G. Brooks's memorial?
Latitude: 40.8852882
Longitude: -92.8196411

Family Members:

Parent

Willard L. Brooks

(1904 - 1990)

Cara Ethel Bailey Brooks

(1902 - 1992)

Spouse

Margaret Ward Brooks

(1922 - 1981)

Siblings

Lonny J. Brooks

(1925 - 2004)

Children

Daniel C. Brooks

(1948 - 2017)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Hillcrest Cemetery
Moravia, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8852882, -92.8196411

2. Moravia Cemetery
Moravia, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8865600, -92.8133500

3. New Hope Cemetery
Hiattsville, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8492012, -92.8197021

4. Main Station Cemetery
Maine, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8562200, -92.8673500

5. Salem-United Brethren Cemetery
Moravia, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8918290, -92.8970540

6. Denny Cemetery
Moravia, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8278008, -92.7983017

7. Fleenor Cemetery
Centerville, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8638915, -92.8974138

8. Antioch Cemetery
Iconium, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8633359, -92.8974138

9. Old Potts Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9047310, -92.9010320

10. Enix Cemetery
Albia, Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9530000, -92.8120000

11. Sales Cemetery
Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8781013, -92.7288971

12. Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9526200, -92.8409100

13. Foster Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9414000, -92.7626000

14. Lemaster-Mount Carmel Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9368000, -92.8880500

15. Arnold Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9215000, -92.7352000

16. Knapp Cemetery
Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8810000, -92.7220000

17. Selection Cemetery
Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9569430, -92.7826594

18. Bryant Cemetery
Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7980995, -92.8078003

19. Haines Cemetery
Rathbun, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7980995, -92.8569031

20. Salem Cemetery
Udell, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7902985, -92.7822037

21. Hocking Cemetery
Hocking, Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9859056, -92.8236938

22. Eslinger Cemetery
Albia, Monroe County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9510994, -92.7185974

23. Iconium Cemetery
Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8930000, -92.9550000

24. Eaton Cemetery
Unionville, Appanoose County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8189011, -92.7155991