Lanette Renee Brooks passed away peacefully on October 20, 2022 after her battle with glioblastoma. She was 53.
Lanette was born in Louisville, Kentucky, December 18, 1968. She had two younger siblings, they all attended Edmonson County High School. As a child and young adult, she played the flute and was part of the high school band. She went on to study Finance at Western Kentucky University. She later started playing the guitar, became an avid gamer, and worked as a Team Leader at General Motors in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Lanette had a strong love for music, reading, traveling, and dessert. She prioritized family vacations, and the beach was her happy place.
Lanette was a wonderful mother, and her two daughters were the central figures in her life. Anyone that knew her would tell you, “She always talked about her girls.” She was known to be incredibly generous, never met a stranger, and had many friends. To know her is to love her.
She is survived by her parents, Maurita Miller and Charles Brooks (Sharon Brooks); her daughters, Jenna Woosley-Owens (Brandon Owens) and Lily Woosley; her siblings, Lori Brooks and Charles ‘Bub’ Brooks; and her nieces and nephews, Kris Vincent (Alani and Charlie Vincent), Andrew Brooks, Brady Vincent (Raina Vincent), and Ella Brooks, as well as her cat, Jupiter.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the American Brain Tumor Association in honor of Lanette R. Brooks.
Poem: Icnocuicatl
I’ll be there
when the day is gone
and the light turns to dust.
In the memories walking along you,
on those serene nights,
in the empty spaces.
In the smells that only you recognize,
in the memory of what was mine
and now is of the time.
In the light that accompanies you,
in the calmness when you stare at the sky.
I’ll be there.
Even if you don’t know I’m there
I’ll be there
When the wind is blowing
and the flame lights up.
When life gives us
our reunion
I’ll be there
-Unknown
Simple Cremation Evansville is entrusted with care.
Mary jane allen says
Lanette you were a good friend. I’m so glad we met and became friends. We sure had some good times. I remember the good times at the Great White and Jakyl concerts and the 2 years I saw you in Florida. I’m glad I got to meet your daughters. I love you and will miss you.
Trisha Decker Kitchens says
So sorry for your loss. Praying for her family in this difficult time. I graduated with Lanette and she was such a sweet soul
Tammie Childress says
So sorry to see this. May u find peace in this time.
Norman Warnell says
She was such a wonderful person. She always came into class with a good attitude and smiling. All I have are good memories of her.
Scott Skaggs says
Lanette was a great friend. Went to school with her most of my life. She always had a smile on her face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
Rhonda Decker says
I grew up with these girls I hate to hear this my thoughts and prayers are with the family in the days and weeks to come
Marla Miller-Shade says
I love and miss Lanette so much. Our lives will never be the same without her.
From her loving Aunt Marla
Dawn Swain says
You were a true friend Lynette I remember when you first came to General motors when I was getting to go work and paint I trained you on my job and you were excellent I didn’t want to leave after you came and then you came to paint and got to work with you again you will truly be missed I love you rest in peace.
Bonnie Graham says
Lanette was a great friend in school and a great person .Of course we, all go our on ways thur life as we get older but, memories always last forever. Prayers for the family.
Bonnie Graham says
Lanette was a great friend in school and a great person .Of course we, all go our on ways thur life as we get older but, memories always last forever. Prayers for the family.
Sherri Browning Vincent says
Lanette was always a good friend. Love and prayers for her family. Gone way too soon.
Mike Hathaway says
Great lady enjoyed knowing Lynette the GM family will always remember her kindness condolences to all the family I know your hurting but she will always live in your heart and minds god bless all
Elaine Miller says
Lanette was a light in this world. She will be a shining light in Heaven. She will be sorely missed. My sympathies for your loss.
Love Aunt Elaine.
Mark Decker says
Lanette, thank you for ore long talks, and advice in the last few years. I am glad I was able to buy you lunch as I promised. You words of advice and encouragement will forever be with me. My dear friend, i cant wait to meet you agin in heaven. My prayers are with your family as they mourn your passing. Love Mark
Joe Ballard says
To this great family or friend who reads this we lost a great one beautiful soul of a person if I had one person who could respectfully teach my other friends how to be better people she could do it we have memories of s a great individual
Amanda carpenter says
I always smiled when I saw her, we had great conversations. Sharing cat clips and cute animal videos.she has such a big heart and she will be missed
Carolyn Miller says
I will miss you always.
Love, Aunt Carol
Alvin White says
Prayers and thoughts to the Brooks family. Lori Brooks, look up unto the hills, from whence cometh your help. All of your help cometh from the Lord. Also, know that weeping may endure for the night but JOY will come in the morning! I love you and I am here for you during this difficult time. – Alvin White and The White Family, Tallahassee, FL.