Dale Leroy

Brooks

Dale Leroy Brooks, son of the late Rual Brooks and Edna (Camden) Brooks, was born in West Fork, Missouri, on June 21, 1934. He departed this life at his residence in West Fork, Missouri, on February 14, 2026, at the age of 91.

On April 30, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri, Dale was united in marriage to RosaLee Tatom and to this loving union one daughter was born. RosaLee preceded him in death on February 6, 2018. Dale was a Deacon at the Happy Home United Baptist Church. He enjoyed woodworking, making canes and wooden boxes, fishing, hunting, riding dirt bikes, and spending time outdoors on his farm.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one brother, Jerry Brooks.

Dale is survived by his daughter, Kaye Brooks-Downing of Festus, Missouri, two grandchildren, Justin Brooks and Zachary Downing, two great-grandchildren, Alize' and Kaylee Brooks, and one great-great-granddaughter, Rosaleena Laupe. Dale will be deeply missed by his family and friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Friday, February 20, 2026, 11AM-1PM at McSpadden Funeral Home, Bunker, Missouri

Funeral to follow at 1PM

Minister:

Burial: West Fork Sutterfield Cemetery

In Lieu of Flowers: Donations can be made to Happy Home United Baptist Church

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Bunker, Missouri