He is preceded in death by his parents, Weldon and Rebecca Brooks Sr. and sisters, Doris Zene, Brenda Derrick, and Jessie Brooks.
Survivors include his daughters, Nadia Brooks (James) Davis and Shenqualia Brooks (Tyrone) Conway; son, Wendell Brooks; 13 grandchildren; brothers, Weldon (Fredia) Brooks and Bobby Brooks; sisters, Agnes Simpson and Linda (Alfred) Smith all from Chattanooga; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives; and a special friend, Debbie Herrera.
A memorial service for Wendell will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services - Franklin Strickland Chapel, 1724 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404.