Robert T. Brooks

Robert T. Brooks                    “humble, hardworking, loving father and grandfather”

SHINGLEHOUSE, PA---Robert T. “Bob” Brooks, 80, of Shinglehouse, passed away in his home with his loving daughter by his side on Thursday, June 5, 2025, after a long illness.

Born on Monday, October 2, 1944 in Shinglehouse, he was a son of Alfred and Mildred Plants Brooks.

Bob attended Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse. He was employed by the former Clark Brothers (which was later Dresser-Rand) in Olean, NY. During his working years and after his retirement, Bob was an accomplished locksmith.

Bob was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Shinglehouse. He was a member of the Local 4601 USWA, Olean, NY and as a youngster he was a member of 4-H. He enjoyed woodworking and the wildlife surrounding his home. His greatest love was his family.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Carla J. Brooks of Shinglehouse; a grandson, Travis (Corrina) Crippen of Great Falls, Montana; a sister, Joanne (Gordon) Adams of Genesee; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by a son, Ronald “Ron” Brooks; and two sisters, Nancy Brooks and Carol Brooks.

Family and friends may call from 10am to 11am on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Puritan Street, Shinglehouse, where a funeral Mass will follow at 11am, with the Rev. Thomas Brown, as celebrant. Burial will be in the East Sharon Cemetery, Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bob’s name may be made to St. Theresa Catholic Church, PO Box 277, Shinglehouse, PA 16748.

Bob’s daughter entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Bob, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.