EVANSVILLE James Neil Brooks, 83, passed away at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012, at his residence.
Born November 12, 1928, in West Baden Springs, he was the son of William T. and Lilly Mae (Jones) Brooks.
He retired from Zenith Electronics Corporation. James was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War, and a member of the American Legion.
Surviving: children,
Beverly A. Baker, Washington
Michael William (Rosie) Brooks, Salem, Oregon
Cynthia K. (Robert) Hawkins, Shoals
Jeffrey Neil (Mary) Brooks, Lebanon Junction, Kentucky
19 grandchildren
several great grandchildren
His parents preceded him in death.
Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 13, at Mitchell Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post No. 250 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post N0. 9107.
Friends may call from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.