Mr. James Ron Brooks
Passed: March 19, 2022
Charleston, WV
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Mr. James Ron Brooks
Passed: March 19, 2022
Charleston, WV
Obituary
James Ron Brooks, 82, of Charleston passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 after a hard fought battle with cancer.
He will be greatly missed by his wife, Kay Brooks; his daughter, Tracey Temple Sieger;, and his 3 grandchildren.
He was a graduate of Stonewall Jackson High School, class of 1958.
He was a U.S. Army veteran and later worked in the Mapping Division of the Dept. Of Highways for many years.
A man blessed with many artistic talents, he was the lead singer of the Jades, the Montereys and a vocalist with The Brothers In The Cross.
He had a strong faith and trust in God and was a long standing member of Morris Memorial United Methodist Church.
A private service will be held for his family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations may be made in memory of Ron to: Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.barlowbonsall.com.
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
Private Service
- Venue: Coming Soon
Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association
- Address: 1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV 25311 - (Get Directions)
- Description: In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations may be made in memory of Ron to: Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311.
15 responses to Mr. James Ron Brooks
Rick Skeen says:
May 8, 2023
I am very sorry to hear this news albeit a year removed.I did not have the pleasure of meeting Ron in person but I did have a long conversation with him on the phone. I do a local doo wop radio show on WTSQ in Charleston and have played The Jades 1959 record numerous times. Ron was ecstatic that his record was actually being played on the radio.He was so happy to answer any questions I had. I will dig out the record and play it again on this weeks show. I am on from 6-8pm Sunday evening if you care to listen. Again my sincere condolences.
Philip Diaz says:
April 10, 2022
Ronnie and I shared many laughs and good times from the fifties right on up to now. Many good memories from our days at Lincoln Jr. High through our high school years at Stonewall. I enjoyed making Ronnie laugh. He would crack up. He was a very talented guy.. ..an artist and quite a good singer. Many don’t know that Ronnie made the last horseback ride dressed as Stonewall Jackson just as Billy Thomas did at the Stonewall football games. Though I’ve lived in NC most of my life WV is my home. Whenever I drifted back I always made a point to see Ronnie and Kay. I love them both.
Olof H Scott says:
March 27, 2022
Dear Kay, Tracey and family,
Please know that you are in our prayers as we learned of the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather, Ron, from the Church Militant to the Church Triumphant. We trust that our Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ will grant you strength, comfort and peace in these times.
Our families have shared many wonderful memories made in Kanawha City and the Charleston area as our daughter, Lisa, and Tracey developed a strong friendship that lasts to this day.
As we pray in the Orthodox Christian tradition, “With the saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of Thy servant, James Ron Brooks, in that place of brightness, that place of verdure, that place of repose where there is neither sickness, nor sorrow, nor sighing, but life everlasting.” We send our love.
Fr. Olof & Eva Scott
Tracey and Kay says:
April 5, 2022
Thank you so much. We appreciate the prayer and the support!
Doreen Baria says:
March 27, 2022
I worked with Ron for many years in Planning Division. Such a fine man! My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Cindy Sloan says:
March 26, 2022
Kay and Tracey I’m so sorry to hear about Ron! I know you are heartbroken! Prayers of strength and courage through this difficult time. I often think of how outgoing and funny Ron was. I miss seeing you also.