Norfolk- Beverlee Queen Brooks of Norfolk, Va, passed away on August 31, 2023, at 81. She leaves behind her five children, Beverlee Celestin (Schmidt), Kimberlee Santos, Daniel Brooks, Andrew Brooks (Heidi), and Brian Brooks. Her grandchildren: James (Ana), Jessica (Walter), Johnathan (Celeste), Christopher, Susanna, Nora, Emily (Logan), Sarah, Ethan, Eilee and Angel. She had twelve great-grandchildren: Jameson, Eli, Autumn, Liam, River, Oliver R., Michael, Oliver G., Adam, Joshua, Cyrus, and soon-to-be Graham. Her special family and friends include Kesiara, Wesley, Karen, Michelle, Neil, Monica & Jennifer D., CD, Linda, Johnny & Jennifer. One sister, three sisters-in-law, and a multitude of nieces & nephews. Her husband, Daniel, parents, and two brothers preceded her in death.

Born in Illinois, she left home to join the military but soon left the military to become a loving military wife and mother. She was known as a second Mom or Granny Bev to many people whom she loved as her own. She stayed active with her friends and family, enjoying concerts, road trips & dining out until a few months ago when her health started failing her. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Ana, who took on the role of caregiver.
Celebration of Life to be held on Saturday ,September 23rd, 1pm at Cornerstone Baptist Church Norfolk, Virginia.

In honor of our mother, we encourage you to wear purple, her favorite color. In lieu of flowers, please bring a children’s book for any age to be donated to CHKD.

Cremation & Funeral Services of Tidewater is assisting her family. Please share online condolences at CandFServices.com.