Peter Brooks, born on the 13th of May, 1938, in Bury Lancashire, United Kingdom, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, at Agrace Hospice, Janesville, Wis.
A man of intellect and warmth, Peter dedicated his life to family, engineering, the melodies of jazz and all things sports, nurturing a rich legacy that will continue to echo in the lives of those who knew him.
Preceded in death by his parents, Cyril and Annie Curley Brooks; his wife of 54 years, Frances Brooks; his son, Stephen J. Brooks; and three brothers: Robert, Raymond and Gordon Brooks; Peter’s spirit is carried on through his family. He is survived by his sister, Christine (Ronnie) Chadwick, of Bury, England; and by his two daughters, Barbara A. (Jeff) Schuetz, of Edgerton, Wis.; and Bernadette (Kurt) Kelsey, of Warsaw; his seven grandchildren: Katlyn (Stephen) Kays, Matthew Brooks, Christopher Brooks, Patrick Brooks, Michael Brooks, Christian Kelsey and Jaqueline Brooks; 11 great-grandchildren; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews whose lives he impacted deeply.
Peter’s academic accomplishments were highlighted by earning a bachelor’s degree and becoming a licensed professional engineer within the aerospace industry, a career that illustrated his passion for innovation and precision. He served as a mechanical engineer and project manager at the Bendix Corporation for 38 years, retiring in 2000, and spent the previous 13 years of his professional career in his homeland, England, mastering the mechanics that would define his career.
Beyond his professional achievements, he was an ardent lover of jazz music, which provided a soundtrack to his life and soothed his soul. Peter loved golf, tennis, ping-pong, the Chicago Bears and Cubs and remained a devoted Manchester United fan his whole life. He lived his life to the fullest, fulfilling a dream of skydiving at the young age of 73. Peter loved traveling and made the trip back to England many times over the years, spending time with family and friends. His career took him all over the world and he made many friends the world over. Peter's presence was a harmonious blend of grit, determination, intellect and creativity, qualities that he also encouraged and recognized in his family and peers.
The Brooks family wish to thank and acknowledge the staff of Skaalen Retirement Services – Magnolia Gardens and Agrace Hospice for their sincere and compassionate care of Peter.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 54191 N. Ironwood Road, South Bend, where friends may visit with the family one hour prior to services. Private burial will take place in Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend. Palmer Funeral Home - River Park is assisting the family with arrangements.
Contributions in memory of Peter Brooks may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences by shared with Peter’s family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.