In loving memory of

Mrs. Andrea Elaine Brooks
February 19, 1944 - April 28, 2009

Andrea E. "Peaches" Brooks 65, Indianapolis, passed away April 27, 2009. Services: Noon Monday May 4, 2008 in Crown Hill Funeral Home with visitation from 10:00 a.m. Mrs. Brooks was the National Vice President for Women and Fair Practices with American Federation of Government Employees. She was also a member of New Hope Baptist Church of Prince George's County. Her husband Mr. Sterlin Brooks, her parents, Cecil and Hattie A. Ford Houchins and a brother Darryl Houchins preceded her in death. Her children, Dierdre A. Brooks, Sterlin A. Brooks and Michael E. Brooks; 6 grandchildren survive her. Arrangements: Crown Hill Funeral Home.

Tributes

Pamela Newlon wrote on May 1, 2009:

"Some people make a difference in this world and Andrea Brooks was one of these special people. Our prayers go with you. The officers and members of AFGE Local 2344"

Marae Persson wrote on Apr 30, 2009:

"You may be comforted by one of my favorite quotes "We must cherish one another, watch over one another, comfort one another, and gain instruction, that we may all sit down in Heaven together." - Lucy Mack Smith. To me this is the way Andrea lived her life. Take comfort in knowing the world will always be better because she was in it. She made a positive impression on me during the time I was a member of AFGE and I am sure she made an even greater impact on those in her personal life. "

Dori Umlauf wrote on Apr 30, 2009:

"May the Lord surround you with His Peace during this time of sadness. God Bless"

Barbara B. Hutchinson wrote on Apr 30, 2009:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your Mother. I first met your Mother in 1980 when she served as a Women's Representative for AFGE. She offered me, a newly elected Women's Director, her support and friendship. I will surely miss her and her ever present smile. God Bless You and Keep You. "

Patty wrote on Apr 29, 2009:

"Time on this earth is fleeting. Andrea used her short time with us so fully and in the service of others. She will always be remembered for the profound changes she championed to better the lifes of everyone. The Members, E-board and Staff of Local 1148, Columbus, Ohio offer our sincerest condolences for you loss."

Donald Hale wrote on Apr 29, 2009:

"Our condolences to the Brooks Family. Time heals all wounds and may all the wonderful memories of Andrea fill your hearts. We will miss her. "