Paul N. Brooks, 72, of Cherry Valley died Tuesday, September 6th in St. Vincent Hospital following a courageous 13 year battle with Leukemia. He is survived by his spouse of 32 years, Susan E. Bates; two sons, Jerry Bates and his wife, Rosa of Palm Bay, FL and Daniel Bates and his wife, Tiffany of Charlton; his daughter Angela O'Bryant and her husband, Timothy of Spencer; two sisters, Shirley Perron and her husband, Bob of Leicester and Marilyn Lamprey and her husband, Daniel of Leicester; twelve grandchildren; a great-grandson and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his brother, Philip Brooks.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Paul N. and Mary (Spadea) Brooks and had lived in Leicester all of his life. He had served with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Paul enjoyed playing cards with his friends, and working around the house. however his greatest joy was time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandson.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue on Friday, September 16th. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.