Kenneth Brooks, age 82, of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022.
Kenneth was born on February 5, 1939 in Michigan City to Maurice Cedric and Edna (Wagner) Brooks who preceded him in death.
Kenneth married his loving wife, Sharon (Wienke) Brooks on June 22, 1957 at the Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Michigan City, IN.
Kenneth is survived by his children, Barbara (Durwyn)Wild, Alan Brooks, and Mary Morales; grandchildren, Benjamin Brooks, Michael and Kenny Morales; step grandchildren, Kelwyn (Kristen), Glyn, Katryn (Mark) Samuels, Gavyn and Nolyn Wild; great grandson, Joshua Morales; brothers, Richard (Sue) Brooks and Phillip (June) Brooks; and sister, Barbara Hart.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Maurice Jr., Robert, and Daniel Brooks; and sisters, Mary Jane Eisenhour and Lucille Herold.
Kenneth volunteered his time at the Salvation Army Pantry. He loved wood-working and watching football. Kenneth was a graduate from Elston High School, class of 1957 and was a proud “Red Devil”. He retired from National Steel from the Midwest Plant. Kenneth was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who loved everyone in his family.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Lakota Indians, or The Michigan City Service League.
Family and friends are invited to join the family for a visitation on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN 46360. There will be an additional visitation on Friday, January 7, 2022 from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
To sign online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com.
(219) 874-4214.