Mary L. Brooks, age 87, of Elkland, PA
Mary L. Brooks, age 87, of Elkland, PA passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY.
Born in Blossburg, PA on January 14, 1935, she was a daughter to the late Wilber and Georgia (Saunders) Buck. In 1950, Mary married LaVern Brooks and they spent many loving years together until his passing on September 6, 1998.
Mary enjoyed working, sewing, cooking, gardening and canning her fresh vegetables. She also loved going to the lake with her family where they would kayak, fish or go boating.
Mary is survived by her children; Arnold (Joanne) Brooks of Corning, NY, Faron Brooks of Mansfield, PA, LaVon Jones of Bath, NY, Mary (Timothy) Hopkins of Caneadea, NY and Collette (Brian) Smith of Lindley, NY; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Mary was preceded in death by both her parents; her loving husband, LaVern; two sons, Pat Allen Brooks and Sheldon LaVern Brooks; and grandson, Shawn Brooks.
There will be no services held per Mary’s wishes.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenyon Funeral Home, 214 W Main St., Elkland, PA. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.