We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of our beloved BJ on January 3, 2023. Born Bernard Joseph Brooks II on November 23, 1971, BJ is the son of June and the late Bernard Brooks. BJ is survived by his daughter Kaitlin Elizabeth Brooks, Devoted brother to Lauren (Rich) Rask and Erin (Ben) Hoyle, and loving uncle to Charlie, Brooks, and Paige Rask.

A Celebration of Life in his honor will be held on Saturday, January 21, from 3 pm to 7 pm at the home of Erin and Ben. Please stop by, have a drink and share your favorite story of BJ, and let's show him how much he meant to all of us!

Please reach out for any additional details on the Celebration of Life to Lauren at 407-247-5455, laurenrask@gmail.com

All are welcome! Casual attire.

In place of flowers, please consider donating in BJ's name to The Face It Foundation, which gives men the support they need to face depression and regain their lives. https://www.faceitfoundation.org/
Or The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. https://afsp.org/

If someone you know exhibits warning signs of suicide, they should not be left alone. Call the US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. The Lifeline provides free, confidential support for people in crisis or emotional distress, 24/7, year-round. The Lifeline also offers an online chat for people who prefer to reach out online rather than by phone.