Douglas Edward Brooks, April 23, 1973 – January 5, 2022 | Family obituary
Douglas Edward Brooks, of Columbia, MO, tragically lost his life in a car crash Wednesday. He was 48 years old.
Doug was born to Patricia Ann (McVicker) and Charles Stephen Brooks on the island of Bermuda, where his father was stationed in the US Navy. Doug was a graduate of Rock Bridge High School and Southwest Missouri State University. Those who were lucky enough to know Doug knew him for his humor, love of family, loyalty to his friends, and cheerful support for the St. Louis Cardinals and Mizzou Athletics.
He is survived by his mother and her husband, David Martin; his younger brothers, Jeffrey Brooks (Kelly), of Albuquerque, NM, and Patrick Brooks (Emily), of San Antonio, TX; Aunt Jane Siria (Jeff), of Chesterfield, MO; three nieces and two nephews; extended family; and his girlfriend, Mindy Northrup. Doug is predeceased by his father; grandparents John W. and Letitia M. (McCulloch) McVicker, and grandparents Charles A. and Wilma A. (Patton) Brooks.
Although we miss him dearly, his family want to honor Doug’s cheerful demeanor and celebrate his life. A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2022 at the United Methodist Church of Missouri. In lieu of flowers, donations to the United Methodist Church of Missouri, the Humane Society of Central Missouri, or a charity of your choice are encouraged.
Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203 (573) 449-4153. Condolences can be left online for the family at www.parkermillard.com.