Micheal D. "Mike" Brooks

IN MEMORY OF: Micheal D. “Mike” Brooks Serving Location: CRAIN PLEASANT GROVE-MURDALE FUNERAL HOME 31 Memorial Drive, Murphysboro, Illinois Micheal D. “Mike” Brooks, 73, passed away, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and a long list of people who were fortunate enough to know him. Born on March 20, 1953, Mike spent much of his life in Cincinnati, Ohio, before eventually calling Murphysboro, Illinois, home. No matter where he lived, he had a remarkable gift for turning strangers into friends. If you met him once, chances are you walked away feeling like you’d known him for years. Mike spent his career in the electrical trade, working as an electrical salesman for several companies over the years before retiring from Richards Electric in Cincinnati. He was known for his humor and good-natured teasing, and he joked with coworkers and customers alike as if they were family. He often said he had earned the largest HR file in company history. Retirement didn’t keep him away from the work he enjoyed for long; he later returned to Rossman Electric on a part-time basis, where he continued doing what he loved and spending time with people he enjoyed. His faith was an important part of his life, and he was an active member of First Baptist Church of Murphysboro. He was always willing to lend a hand, whether it meant helping with a home project, fixing something that wasn’t working, or simply showing up when someone needed him. If you had a problem and Mike had a tool, your project was suddenly his project too. Some of Mike’s happiest moments were spent building LEGO creations with his daughter, going to church and Bible study, cheering on his beloved Cincinnati Bengals (through all the highs but mostly lows) with his son, and finding joy in the simple things that made him smile. That easygoing spirit and sense of fun were part of what made him so easy to love. Mike is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchild, and countless friends and family whose lives are better because they knew him. While his family and friends will miss his quick wit, generous heart, and willingness to help anyone who asked, they take comfort in knowing that Heaven has gained one heck of a man. A Family Led Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at First Baptist Church, 401 N. 15th St., Murphysboro, IL 62966. Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Micheal D. "Mike" Brooks

March 20, 1953 - July 15, 2026