Jessie Brooks Jr. was born at home in Robeline, Louisiana to the late Jessie Brooks Sr. and Leola Brooks (née Wills). He was the second of nine surviving children (Veola, Elijah, Marie, Joseph, Lester, Linda, Yvonne, and Phillip). He was baptized at age 12 years in Johnny Old Corn’s pond at Spanish lake. He grew up on his father’s farm in Louisiana where he learned the value of hard work and discipline. Jessie graduated from Allen High School in 1963. He arrived in California as a young man via Houston on a continental bus. He attended Pasadena City College. He began his career as a skilled machinist and was eventually promoted to Planner and Estimator at Coronado Island Naval Air Station. He also had a real estate license. On July 24, 1976 he married Rebecca Brooks (née Prado) in San Diego. He stated his greatest accomplishment was his career and "getting two children through college”. In retirement he enjoyed the Del Mar Racetrack, visiting old friends and cousins, and volunteering at Christian Fellowship. He is survived by his wife of 43 years Rebecca, two children Angelique and Christopher, and 14 nieces and nephews.
Jessie Brooks Jr., age 75, of San Diego, California went peacefully on Tuesday May 26, 2020. Jessie was born April 3, 1945.
A visitation for Jessie will be held Monday, June 8, 2020 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Glen Abbey Memorial Park and Mortuary, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, June 9, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A committal service will occur Tuesday, June 9, 2020 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, 3838 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902. A "celebration of life" immediately following service will occur Tuesday, June 9, 2020 from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.glenabbeysandiego.net for the Brooks family.
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