David Bruce Brooks Obituary (1965 - 2023)

David Bruce Brooks Lansing Passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023 at the age of 57. Born October 31, 1965 David was adopted and raised by William and Linda (Alexander) Brooks Jr. in Grayling, Michigan. Dave attended Grayling High School and graduated in the class of 1984. He became an iron worker and was a union member for Local 25. Throughout his life he worked on many large structures including the World Trade Center in New York as well as Spartan Stadium in East Lansing and The Big House in Ann Arbor. Dave's passion in life was working with dogs and he was the owner and operator of Calm Your Paws dog training. He also volunteered many hours to help the cause of the Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter. Dave enjoyed bow hunting and won competitive archery awards. He loved his Detroit Lions and playing fantasy football with his boys. Dave was loved by many and will be missed dearly by all who remember him. Preceding him in death was his mother, Linda Thomas and infant sister, Heidi Brooks. Surviving are his partner, Amy Brooks; their children, Ben Brooks, Bailey Brooks, Blake Brooks; father, William Brooks Jr.; sister, Cheryl Veres; nephews, Ryan Veres, Royce Veres and niece, Rachael Ziny. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Skinner Funeral Home, Lansing Chapel. Family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday from 1-3 pm & 5-7 pm at the funeral home. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to Ingham County Animal Control & Shelter in Dave's name. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com