Zelma Brooks age 95 of Tazewell, TN mother of Kathleen, Imogene, Linda and Frances was born July 16, 1916 and passed away May 28, 2012 at her home. She was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill L. Brooks.
She is survived by her Daughters and Sons-in-law: Kathleen and Benton Estes
Imogene and Tip Nunn
Frances and Andy Duncan all of Tazewell, TN
Linda and Bud Sligh of Kitty Hawk, N.C.
Grandchildren: Tony & Melissa Duncan of Tazewell, TN
Rebecca and Andrew Beck of Bristol, TN
Michael Shipley of Alabama
Jennifer and John Hudson of Chicago, IL
Stephen Sligh of Florida
Great Grandchildren: Toby Duncan, Charlotte and Natalie Hudson and expecting Eleanor Brooks Beck in August
Zelma was known as "Pete" by Toby; he could always put a smile on her face.
Sister: Irene Arp of Maryville, TN
Sister-in-law: Pauline Davis of Tazewell, TN
And a host of nieces, nephews and special friend Jane Barnard.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 P.M. Wednesday night at Coffey Funeral Home in Tazewell.
Graveside service 11:00 A.M. Thursday May 31, 2012 at Cook Pleasant View Cemetery.
Minister: Rev. John Lewis
Pallbearers: David Arp, Ray Estes, Bill Shipley, Jim Shipley, Eddie Collingsworth, Scott Bolton, Dennis Estes, Wayne Estes, Hugh Estes, J.M. Bailey.
Coffey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.