David Brooks

David B. Brooks, 68 yrs. old of South New Berlin, NY passed away in the comfort of his on home on Saturday morning, February 17, 2018.

Dave “Davie” was born on September 19, 1949 in New Berlin, NY to Mortimer & Florence (Boyce) Brooks.  His childhood was spent in South New Berlin where he attended South New Berlin Central School.  He graduated with the class of 1967, was a star athlete and class officer.

Dave was employed by the I.L. Richer Co. of New Berlin and later for the Unites States Postal Service in Norwich, NY for 29 years, always delivering the mail with a smile.  He was a music and nature lover and beloved member of the community; known as a man who would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it and was a loving father and grandfather.  In his retirement he enjoyed learning guitar, working around the house and playing bingo.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Page) Brooks, children; Dale (Jackie) Brooks, Brett Brooks, Lori Brooks, Patience Brooks, Jacob Nutter and Kathryn (Chase) Lovette, siblings; Lena Brooks, Lois (Wayne) Vagneur, Anita (Guy) Bennett, Fred (Sandy) Brooks & Esther (Ed) Thomsen as well as 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents and brothers; Jerry & Tim Brooks.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 23, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Dakin Funeral Home LP, New Berlin, NY.

A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date.

Arrangements are by the Dakin Funeral Home, LP, New Berlin, NY.