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Judith Ann Brooks
08/01/1955 — 09/08/2009
From Kennewick, WA, US | Born in Rupert, Idaho
Judith Ann Brooks
For the last 17 months, Judy has endured an intense battle with colon cancer. Even through courage and incredible will, the cancer has finally caught up with her and taken her from us.
Most people here in the Tri-Cities know her as a leading Real Estate Agent in the area. She has touched so many over the years through her hard work and dedication to others.
Judy was born in Rupert, Idaho to Clair and Edith Loosli on August 1, 1955. She grew up in different parts of Idaho throughout her childhood and teenage years. She married O.J. Brooks in November of 1978 and had her first son, Cory, in April of 1979. After moving to the upper East Coast; her second son, Ryan, was born in February of 1982. After living in South Carolina and Georgia for multiple years, Judy and the family moved to the Tri-Cities in June of 1989. Before becoming the well known Real Estate Agent, she worked as a manager of House Dressing and Natural Selection in the mall. In 1997, Judy and O.J. chose to part ways. For the past 12 years, Judy worked closely with companion, Tony Tahvili, at TMT Homes, Inc. building numerous homes in various communities throughout the Tri-City area. Through their association, they have put many families into their dream homes, leaving a sense of joy to be remembered for many years to come.
Judy is survived by her mother, Edith, of Portland, OR, her brothers; Duane and his wife, Sue, of Twin Falls, Idaho, and Theron and his wife, Parthena, of Portland, OR; her two boys; Cory and his wife, Rhiannon, of Kennewick, and Ryan and his wife to be Sarah, of Kennewick. She is also survived by her longtime companion Tony Tahvili and his family, plus many other very close family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any cancer society of your choice or any local animal shelter in Judy's name.
Judy Brooks' memorial is set for Saturday, September 19th, at 2 p.m., at Memories at Sunset Event Center, located on the beautiful grounds of Sunset Memorial Gardens in Richland.
Cory and Ryan
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you and be comforted in knowing she is in a better place and free of pain. Love to you both.
I did not know Judy very well, but I wish I would have had more time to change that. I last saw Judy on Christmas Day this past year. She came to my home for Christmas and instantly became family to us all who didnt know her. We all shared in a special moment as Judy’s son, Ryan, proposed marriage to my daughter Sarah Chase. We all became “family” that day. I will miss having Judy there to share in watching our children marry and our grandkids grow.
To all of you, family and friends, who loved Judy so, my deepest sympathy. Ryan, I hope you know that you and Sarah can count on Bob and I to be there for you if you need us for anything at all.
Love, Barb and Bob
Cory and Ryan,
I am so sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. Many years ago when I was in high school I worked for your Mom at the mall. She was a woman full of passion and spirit and a definate idea of how she liked things done. I learned a lot from Judy and have thought of her fondly through the years. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for your comfort.
Tony,
We are so very sad at hearing of Judy’s passing. Thank you for bringing her by this past spring so we could tell her how much she meant to us. She was so easy to talk to and such a joy to work with. She always had new ideas, and we enjoyed her spirit very much. She will live in our heart forever. We are so sorry for your loss. You and her family are in our prayers.
Bond & Co. Glass
Steve Bond
Gail Cannon
John Cannon
Cory, Ryan, and family
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Judy will live in our hearts forever. She was a very strong, and loving Lady, and each and every one of us that were gifted to work with her will miss her very much. This is a hard time for you right now, and our hearts go out to you. Thank you for sharing your Mom with so many people. She was truly a Great Lady.
Bond & Co. Glass
Steve Bond
Gail Cannon
John Cannon
Cory and Ryan,
I remember the time Judy & OJ came to visit my mother & family in Huntsville. It was on that occassion that her small dog was ran over. Judy was terribly upset and so sad; it ruined her visit. My mother always spoke well of Judy. I recall the last five years of mother’s life overhearing her prayers at night for each one of you and her other children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She would ask the Lord to cover each of us as she named each one of us by name. She was faithful to do this each night before falling to sleep. This touched my heart. I know she loved Judy very much. Our prayers are for both of you as you go through this period of mourning in your life.
Love you,
Aunt Lotus
Ryan, Cory, and Family,
I am so so sorry for your loss. Nothing in this world can prepare you for the loss of someone so special and close to you! She IS and always be a great Mom, friend, and grandma someday Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Ryan, Gretchen, Ethan, and Leah
Tony we are sorry for the loss of your dear companion we no how much you loved her and wanted to take care of her remember you will always have her memories.
Love
The Munday Family
Cory & Ryan we are sorry for the loss of your mom, she was an amazing woman. We remember our good times we spent together. And her caring for all amimals. She will be missed by many.
Take care
The Mundays
Judy Brooks family.
I was saddened to hear about Judy’s passing. She was a fellow Realtor
friend for several years. I know you will miss her very much.
Remember the very special times you shared together.
I know she is at peace now. May God rest her soul.
Cory and Ryan: We are so sorry for the passing of your Mom. I knew Judy in Georgia. We became friends there and I remember you guys when you were very little. Ken worked with your Dad, OJ at Plant Hatch. Judy was always a strong person. She had a very friendly and easy-to-know personality. She loved you guys very much.
Tony and Judy’s family,
We were so saddened to hear of Judy’s passing, as we have been away. She did so much for us as we built our home–and we listened closely to her sage advice. She was truly one of the most energetic and positive people we have ever known, and we will miss her.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you . . . but take comfort in knowing how very lucky you were to have her in your lives . . .
Most sincerely,
Cory and Ryan,
I am so saddened by the news of your mother’s death. I met Judy when Ryan and my daughter, Meaghan, were in school together. I remember the beautiful cakes she used to make. She was really an artist! Most of all, I remember her laughter and her joy of life. She was so proud of her boys! Everytime we would see each other,we would always catch up on the kids. She was a very special lady and I always came away a little happier just being with her for even a short time. She will be missed by all who knew her. Sincerely, Sandee Brooks
Judy will always be in our thoughts. We are one of the many couples she helped to build our dream home but more than that, she was a dear friend that will be missed. Her passion for life, her family and her career, created warm friendships and left wonderful memories for us. Just last night, my husband and I were sitting in our study and we looked at the walls, our favorite color in our home, and thought about how she insisted we use that color. As always, Judy was right. Not only is it our favorite room but we have great memories of her every time we enjoy our home. Judy was one of our warmest and funniest friends , she found humor in everything. We will miss her dearly.
Cory and Ryan,
I will always remember your Mom’s 1000-watt smile, great sense of humor and warm friendship. You need to always remember that she loved you so much and was so proud of you.
Dear Tony, I was so saddened to hear that you lost a good freind and wonderful companion. Although we are so far apart but we both share your pain so close to our heart.
Sean and Melody Ghasemi, Tehran, Iran
Tony Tahvili and the TMT team, I’m sorry to hear/read of Judy’s passing. I’ll always remember her for making me very comfortable and keeping it simple buying my home from her. She was great at her job and I’m sure she’ll be missed.
Darryl
Mrs.Brooks and the Brooks family were always there for me when I needed a family! I have never forgot what she did for me! I hope your doing ok Ryan? Much love and Respect to the Brooks family!
Nicholas Rose
Judy, to me I called her Auntie Judy, was the best Aunt. I think about her everyday. I remember those times I’d drive up with Grandma Loosli to Washington and visit her. She was an amazing person. I know she’s in a better place with Grandpa Loosli now. I think she had inspired many, loved all, and gave up on nothing. I remember one time when I was up with Grandma and me and Liz one of her three very close girlfriends who I will always appreciate them and love them dearly were in Judys room visiting and Liz said in a british accent, “I think we shall go play a game of cards. Is that okay with you Queen?”she was refurring to Judy And Judy replyed in a british accent back, “Yes please, carry on.” and she raised her hand and waved it like a princess. Even though she didn’t feel so great, she still was as joking and fun as ever when I went up to see her. I also remember when she was down here in Oregon when she had had Kemo a couple times towards the beginning I believe and my dad was washing her car and they were standing outside and I was standing a little away. I remember clearly hearing her crying softly and saying, “Its scary as Hell.” And I just remember wanting so bad to hold her and tell her everything was going to be okay. I know my Cousins still struggle with it everyday, it is quite painful and no one will ever know what they are truly going through, but I hope they know the whole family loves them and misses her too and that she is still watching over them and loves them so much. To sum it all up Judy was a good person, with a good heart, and an amazing eye for what she did with decorading if it was houses or cakes. Three things that I will always think of when I think of her also are her specialty Scrambled Eggs with a secret ingrediant, her perfume which smelt so comforting Poeme, and her Moo-moos PJ’s which no one could wear better. I will also never forget how when we started visiting her up in washington when she wasn’t feeling good, how much longer, stronger and meaningful her hugs were. I will always Love her and miss her.
Dear Corey and Ryan,
I was trying to find you over the past years, lost contact when you left Vidalia, now I am shocked finding this page. I knew Judy as always good at heart. I am sorry for your loss.
Heiko
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