Clarence H. Brooks1,2,3,4,5 
M, (27 October 1922 - 22 January 2002)
Clarence H. Brooks was born on 27 October 1922.5 He was the son of Oscar George Brooks and Laura Elizabeth Alexander.1 Clarence H. Brooks first married, at age 23, Lois E. Livermore, age 23, daughter of Dewey Eckard Livermore and Helen Marie Sholder, on Saturday, 8 June 1946 at Saint John's Evangelical Church, Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, by the Reverend E. J. Bayne.6,3 Clarence H. Brooks married a second time Kay [—?—] circa 1983.4 Clarence H. Brooks died on 22 January 2002 at Volusia-Flager Hospice Center, Port Orange, Volusia County, Florida, at age 79 years, 2 months and 26 days.4,5
The engagement announcement for Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore was published circa March 1946 in the local paper, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. This announcement stated:
BROOKS - LIVERMORE
Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore, of Williamsport RD 2, have revealed the betrothal of their daughter, Lois E., to Clarence H. Brooks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brooks, of Williamsport RD 2. The prospective bridegroom is a discharged veteran. The wedding is scheduled for June.1 The marriage announcement for Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore was published on 9 June 1946 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. This announcement stated:
LOIS E. LIVERMORE BECOMES BRIDE IN DOUBLE-RING CHURCH CEREMONY
Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore Wed to Clarence Brooks Last Evening
In a candlelight ceremony at 8 o'clock last evening, Miss Lois E. Livermore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore, of Williamsport RR 2, became the bride of Clarence H. Brooks. The double-ring service was preformed by the Rev. E. J. Bayne in St. John's Evangelical Church before the altar adorned with white snapdragons and palms. Miss Mabel Updegraff played traditional wedding selections and accompanied Burdell Fessler, soloist.
Miss Livermore wore a white satin gown fashioned with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves, and a gathered full skirt terminating in an aisle-wide train. Her long veil with lace insertions fell from a pearl studded tiara. She carried an arm bouquet of calla lilies.
Bridal Party
Miss Merle E. Sholder, of Voorheesville, N.Y., cousin of the bride, was Miss Livermore's only attendant. She was attired in a gown of aqua nylon made with a tight fitting bodice which buttoned down the back. The dress had three-quarter-length sleeves which ended in ruffles corresponding to the rows of ruffles which formed a bustle effect on the long skirt. Her matching shoulder-length veil was attached to a braided headdress of self material. She carried an arm bouquet of tailsman roses and baby's breath.
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brooks, of Williamsport RD 2, was attended by Joseph F. Taylor, of this city, as best man. Nelson Livermore and Ralph Liddic were ushers.
A reception for 75 guests was held at the home of the bride's parents following the service. For her wedding trip to New York City, Mrs. Brooks selected a grey-beige wool crepe suit with navy accessories and an orchid corsage. Mr. Brooks recently was discharged from the army.6
Clarence H. Brooks, Donald Alan Brooks's father was listed in his obituary in May 1977 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.2 As of 1979, Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore lived in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.7
Clarence H. Brooks was listed in Lois E. Livermore's obituary in October 1981 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, as her husband.3
His obituary was published on 24 January 2002 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:
Clarence H. Brooks, 79, of Daytona Beach, FL, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002, at the Volusia/Flager Hospice Center, Port Orange, FL.
Mr. Brooks was a veteran of World War II and was stationed in England with the 8th Airforce. He worked 44 years for Avco Lycoming, now Textron Lycoming, before retiring in 1985. After his retirement, he worked as a consultant for Textron Lycoming at Crane Cams in Daytona Beach, FL.
He was a member of Colony Community Church, Daytona Beach, FL. He was a member of the Bar Hill Hunting Club, Hillsgrove, the Wheel Inn, Ralston and the Hamilton Club, Morris. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and woodworking.
Mr. Brooks was predeceased by his wife, Lois Livermore and a son, Donald Brooks. He is survived by his wife, Kay, at home; a stepdaughter, Nancy Ryan of Portland, ME; a stepson, Timothy Ryan of Harrisburg; a sister, Wanda Snyder of Colorado Springs, CO; two grandchildren, Todd Brooks and Katrina Brooks Shimp of Williamsport and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of Volusia/Flagler, 3800 Woodbriar Trail, Port Orange, FL 32119.4 According to the Social Security Administrations Death Index Clarence's last known residence was Daytona Beach, Volusia County, Florida.5
The engagement announcement for Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore was published circa March 1946 in the local paper, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. This announcement stated:
BROOKS - LIVERMORE
Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore, of Williamsport RD 2, have revealed the betrothal of their daughter, Lois E., to Clarence H. Brooks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brooks, of Williamsport RD 2. The prospective bridegroom is a discharged veteran. The wedding is scheduled for June.1 The marriage announcement for Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore was published on 9 June 1946 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. This announcement stated:
LOIS E. LIVERMORE BECOMES BRIDE IN DOUBLE-RING CHURCH CEREMONY
Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore Wed to Clarence Brooks Last Evening
In a candlelight ceremony at 8 o'clock last evening, Miss Lois E. Livermore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Livermore, of Williamsport RR 2, became the bride of Clarence H. Brooks. The double-ring service was preformed by the Rev. E. J. Bayne in St. John's Evangelical Church before the altar adorned with white snapdragons and palms. Miss Mabel Updegraff played traditional wedding selections and accompanied Burdell Fessler, soloist.
Miss Livermore wore a white satin gown fashioned with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves, and a gathered full skirt terminating in an aisle-wide train. Her long veil with lace insertions fell from a pearl studded tiara. She carried an arm bouquet of calla lilies.
Bridal Party
Miss Merle E. Sholder, of Voorheesville, N.Y., cousin of the bride, was Miss Livermore's only attendant. She was attired in a gown of aqua nylon made with a tight fitting bodice which buttoned down the back. The dress had three-quarter-length sleeves which ended in ruffles corresponding to the rows of ruffles which formed a bustle effect on the long skirt. Her matching shoulder-length veil was attached to a braided headdress of self material. She carried an arm bouquet of tailsman roses and baby's breath.
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brooks, of Williamsport RD 2, was attended by Joseph F. Taylor, of this city, as best man. Nelson Livermore and Ralph Liddic were ushers.
A reception for 75 guests was held at the home of the bride's parents following the service. For her wedding trip to New York City, Mrs. Brooks selected a grey-beige wool crepe suit with navy accessories and an orchid corsage. Mr. Brooks recently was discharged from the army.6
Clarence H. Brooks, Donald Alan Brooks's father was listed in his obituary in May 1977 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.2 As of 1979, Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore lived in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.7
Clarence H. Brooks was listed in Lois E. Livermore's obituary in October 1981 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, as her husband.3
His obituary was published on 24 January 2002 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:Clarence H. Brooks, 79, of Daytona Beach, FL, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002, at the Volusia/Flager Hospice Center, Port Orange, FL.
Mr. Brooks was a veteran of World War II and was stationed in England with the 8th Airforce. He worked 44 years for Avco Lycoming, now Textron Lycoming, before retiring in 1985. After his retirement, he worked as a consultant for Textron Lycoming at Crane Cams in Daytona Beach, FL.
He was a member of Colony Community Church, Daytona Beach, FL. He was a member of the Bar Hill Hunting Club, Hillsgrove, the Wheel Inn, Ralston and the Hamilton Club, Morris. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and woodworking.
Mr. Brooks was predeceased by his wife, Lois Livermore and a son, Donald Brooks. He is survived by his wife, Kay, at home; a stepdaughter, Nancy Ryan of Portland, ME; a stepson, Timothy Ryan of Harrisburg; a sister, Wanda Snyder of Colorado Springs, CO; two grandchildren, Todd Brooks and Katrina Brooks Shimp of Williamsport and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of Volusia/Flagler, 3800 Woodbriar Trail, Port Orange, FL 32119.4 According to the Social Security Administrations Death Index Clarence's last known residence was Daytona Beach, Volusia County, Florida.5
Child of Clarence H. Brooks and Lois E. Livermore
- Donald Alan Brooks+2,4 (26 Feb 1950 - 29 Apr 1977)
Last Edited=19 May 2011
Citations
- [S366] BROOKS - LIVERMORE engagement announcement, undated clipping from an unidentified newspaper presumably from a local paper in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, circa March 1946. The original article was from a scrapbook of personal memorabilia compiled by Johanna (Weiss) Edler (1915-1999) through out her life. Viewed in the home of her daughter Donna (Edler) Sayah on 1 June 1999, by Kevin Sholder. Donna Lee Edler, Montoursville, Pennsylvania, USA.
- [S1243] Donald Alan Brooks obituary, undated clipping from an unidentified newspaper presumably from a local paper in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, May 1977. The original article was from a scrapbook of personal memorabilia compiled by Johanna (Weiss) Edler (1915-1999) through out her life. Viewed in the home of her daughter Donna (Edler) Sayah on 1 June 1999, by Kevin Sholder. Donna Lee Edler, Montoursville, Pennsylvania, USA.
- [S369] Mrs. Lois E. Brooks obituary, Local paper, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, October 1981. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
- [S665] Clarence H. Brooks obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 24 January 2004. Original obituary available in print or online for 30 days from publication at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
- [S151] Social Security Death Index, RootsWeb online, at http://ssdi.rootsweb.com (Baltimore, Maryland: U.S. Social Security Administration, January 2004 update). The SSDI component of RootsWeb online is drawn from the Social Security Death Benefits Index of the U.S. Social Security Administration. CLARENCE H BROOKS, birth listed as 27 Oct 1922, died listed as 22 Jan 2002 (V), issued in the State of Pennsylvania. Last residence Daytona Beach, Volusia, FL, last benefit (none specified). Accessed 5 Mar 2004.
- [S368] Lois E. Livermore becomes Bride in Double-Ring Church Ceremony, undated clipping from an unidentified newspaper presumably from a local paper in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 9 June 1946. The original article was from a scrapbook of personal memorabilia compiled by Johanna (Weiss) Edler (1915-1999) through out her life. Viewed in the home of her daughter Donna (Edler) Sayah on 1 June 1999, by Kevin Sholder. Donna Lee Edler, Montoursville, Pennsylvania, USA.
- [S1244] Mrs. Helen M. Livermore obituary, undated clipping from an unidentified newspaper presumably from a local paper in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, November 1979. The original was given to the author, on 1 June 1999 by Donna [Edler] Sayah. The original newspaper clipping came from Donna's mother Johanna [Weiss] Edler (1915-1999) and was a part of her collection of personal memorabilia that she had collected throughout her lifetime. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.