Paul Robert Brooks “Bobby”, age 93, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.
Bobby is survived by his 2 sons: Jim Brooks, Robert Brooks; brother, Richard (Nancy) Brooks; sisters: Marge (Tom) Chirco, JoAnn (George) Jameson; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Bobby was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann Brooks (nee Schlesinger).
Bobby was a member of Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church. He retired from the Gary School System with over 30 years of service. Bobby also worked as a security guard at NIPSCO. He also served in the National Guard. He was a graduate of Lew Wallace High School and attended University of Kentucky where he played football under Bear Bryant. Bobby was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame.
Friends may visit with the family on Friday, September 24, 2021 from 10:00 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, directly at Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church, 8303 Taft St., Merrillville, IN 46410.
For the safety of all, we kindly ask that all wear masks at the church.
Interment to follow at Ridgelawn Cemetery in Gary, IN.
Visit Bobby’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.