Pittsford: Thursday, October 11, 2018 at age 96. Predeceased by his wife, Virginia C. and son, Gary S. Brookins. Richard is survived by his children, David (Eileen) Brookins, Donald (Joyce) Brookins, Terry (Candace) Brookins, Carol (Todd) Northrop; 11 Grandchildren, 11 Great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Richard served with the 28th Infantry Division in the US Army, European Theater during WWII. In December 1944, he and his SignalCompany soldiers hosted a St. Nicholas Party for the children of Wiltz, Luxembourg. At this party Richard took the role of St. Nicholas. The town's people never forgot this act of kindness. In 2016 he was presented the Luxembourg Military Honor Medal, the highest award presented by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Richard retired from Rochester Telephone after 36 years of service. He was a founding member of the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. Richard also volunteered at Rochester Reachout Radio and Elderberry Express. His family is grateful for the services provided by Professional Assistance for Seniors, with very special thanks to Evelyn, Eileen and Betty Jo for their loving care.
Friends are invited to join the family WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM at ALL SEASONS CHAPEL AT WHITE HAVEN MEMORIAL PARK for his funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Honor Flight Rochester, P.O. Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692 or to Sunset House, 3746 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617.
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The following was provided by FindAGrave Member MM&I (FAG# 47758250), who also most graciously sponsored this memorial. Many thanks to them!
Dear Family and Friends,
The municipality of Wiltz (Luxembourg) was deeply distressed to hear of the passing away of Richard W. Brookins. On behalf of the inhabitants of the city of Wiltz I would like to convey our sincere sympathy and express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for Richard W. Brookins' dedication to our country and specially to our town during the Second World War.
The city of Wiltz is deeply indebted to Dick Brookins and will remember him with the greatest respect. His memory will always be honoured and the story of our American Saint Nick will never be forgotten!
Please accept our sincerest condolences at this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Frank Arndt,
Mayor of the city of Wiltz
(Luxembourg)
Friends are invited to join the family WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM at ALL SEASONS CHAPEL AT WHITE HAVEN MEMORIAL PARK for his funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Honor Flight Rochester, P.O. Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692 or to Sunset House, 3746 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617.
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The following was provided by FindAGrave Member MM&I (FAG# 47758250), who also most graciously sponsored this memorial. Many thanks to them!
Dear Family and Friends,
The municipality of Wiltz (Luxembourg) was deeply distressed to hear of the passing away of Richard W. Brookins. On behalf of the inhabitants of the city of Wiltz I would like to convey our sincere sympathy and express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for Richard W. Brookins' dedication to our country and specially to our town during the Second World War.
The city of Wiltz is deeply indebted to Dick Brookins and will remember him with the greatest respect. His memory will always be honoured and the story of our American Saint Nick will never be forgotten!
Please accept our sincerest condolences at this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Frank Arndt,
Mayor of the city of Wiltz
(Luxembourg)
Pittsford: Thursday, October 11, 2018 at age 96. Predeceased by his wife, Virginia C. and son, Gary S. Brookins. Richard is survived by his children, David (Eileen) Brookins, Donald (Joyce) Brookins, Terry (Candace) Brookins, Carol (Todd) Northrop; 11 Grandchildren, 11 Great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Richard served with the 28th Infantry Division in the US Army, European Theater during WWII. In December 1944, he and his SignalCompany soldiers hosted a St. Nicholas Party for the children of Wiltz, Luxembourg. At this party Richard took the role of St. Nicholas. The town's people never forgot this act of kindness. In 2016 he was presented the Luxembourg Military Honor Medal, the highest award presented by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Richard retired from Rochester Telephone after 36 years of service. He was a founding member of the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. Richard also volunteered at Rochester Reachout Radio and Elderberry Express. His family is grateful for the services provided by Professional Assistance for Seniors, with very special thanks to Evelyn, Eileen and Betty Jo for their loving care.
Friends are invited to join the family WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM at ALL SEASONS CHAPEL AT WHITE HAVEN MEMORIAL PARK for his funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Honor Flight Rochester, P.O. Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692 or to Sunset House, 3746 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617.
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The following was provided by FindAGrave Member MM&I (FAG# 47758250), who also most graciously sponsored this memorial. Many thanks to them!
Dear Family and Friends,
The municipality of Wiltz (Luxembourg) was deeply distressed to hear of the passing away of Richard W. Brookins. On behalf of the inhabitants of the city of Wiltz I would like to convey our sincere sympathy and express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for Richard W. Brookins' dedication to our country and specially to our town during the Second World War.
The city of Wiltz is deeply indebted to Dick Brookins and will remember him with the greatest respect. His memory will always be honoured and the story of our American Saint Nick will never be forgotten!
Please accept our sincerest condolences at this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Frank Arndt,
Mayor of the city of Wiltz
(Luxembourg)
Friends are invited to join the family WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM at ALL SEASONS CHAPEL AT WHITE HAVEN MEMORIAL PARK for his funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Honor Flight Rochester, P.O. Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692 or to Sunset House, 3746 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617.
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The following was provided by FindAGrave Member MM&I (FAG# 47758250), who also most graciously sponsored this memorial. Many thanks to them!
Dear Family and Friends,
The municipality of Wiltz (Luxembourg) was deeply distressed to hear of the passing away of Richard W. Brookins. On behalf of the inhabitants of the city of Wiltz I would like to convey our sincere sympathy and express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for Richard W. Brookins' dedication to our country and specially to our town during the Second World War.
The city of Wiltz is deeply indebted to Dick Brookins and will remember him with the greatest respect. His memory will always be honoured and the story of our American Saint Nick will never be forgotten!
Please accept our sincerest condolences at this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Frank Arndt,
Mayor of the city of Wiltz
(Luxembourg)
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