James “JV” Brooks

August 9, 2013

James “JV” Brooks, age 83, a native of Evergreen, AL, and longtime resident of Cantonment, passed away August 8, 2013. He retired from Champion Paper Company after 33 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Korean Conflict. He loved spending time at home with his family and also enjoyed fishing and hunting.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Earl Brooks; and two sisters, JoAnn Volovecky and Bobby Jean.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary; son, Tommy (Brenda) Jordan; daughter, Cindy (Mike) Burkette; many nieces, nephews, and many friends; grandchildren, Jennifer, Michael Jordan, Timothy Jordan and Justin Burkette; and five great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral services begin at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Larry McKeehan, Brother Glen Vaughn and Pastor Jeff McKee officiating. Interment will follow at Cottage Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with his arrangements.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries