Cheryl Marie Williams -Brooks

Remembering Cheryl Marie Brooks

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the day of my life: And I will dwell in the house the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6

We join together in loving memory to celebrate the life of Cheryl Williams-
Brooks, known affectionately to her family and friends as Ree. Born on
March 14, 1959, in Pine City, Arkansas, to Willie James (W.J.) & Pearlie B
Williams. Cheryl brought joy, laughter, and a dependable presence into
our lives. She passed away on February 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of
love and compassion that will forever be remembered.

Cheryl was a reliable and loving individual, always willing to lend a helping
hand or a listening ear. Her empathetic nature and her keen sense of
humor made her a beacon of warmth and comfort to those around her.
For 26 years, Cheryl dedicated her professional career to tax preparation
at H&R Block. She also held positions at Lincoln Insurance and WFC
vending, where she consistently demonstrated meticulous precision and
seriousness in her work. Outside of work, she enjoyed visiting casinos, but
what mattered the most to Cheryl were her family and friends. As Mother
Teresa once said, "The most important thing is family and love," and Cheryl
embodied this sentiment in every aspect of her life.

Cheryl's spiritual journey began at First Baptist Church of Pine City, where
she found hope in Christ. She was actively involved in Sunday School, BTU,
and the Jr. Choir, and her love for her faith was evident in the speeches she
delivered on Easter, Mother's Day, and Children's Day at both her church
and St. James AME Church in Pine City. Cheryl was also a graduate of Holly
Grove High School, where she completed her high school education in
1977. Her journey led her from Pine City to Chicago, Illinois, where she
firmly established her home and her heart.

Cheryl leaves to cherish her memories her siblings, Willie B (Jessie)
Stokes, Loretha Jemison, Wilma Wilbon, Geneva Williams, Dennis Williams,
Anniece (Lee) Strong. In-laws Mellody Hill, Velarie & Irving Brooks, A host
of grandchildren's, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie James and Pearlie B
Williams, her husband, Anthony Brooks, her sister Armelia Allen, her
brother in-laws Theodas Allen, Willie Joe Wilbon and her cousin Joseph
(Joe) Tyler. As the sun sets on her life, we remember Cheryl's radiant spirit
and the love she shared with all who knew her. As Maya Angelou once
said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did,
but people will never forget how you made them feel." Cheryl made us feel
loved, and for that, she will always be remembered.

In honor of Cheryl's love for memories and shared moments, we encourage
you to leave your own memories and upload photos to her memorial page.
Let's keep her spirit alive by celebrating the love, laughter, and resilience she exuded throughout her life.