PHILLIPS – Agnes (Soutar) Brooks of Phillips crossed over the bridge to eternity on Sept. 11, 2017 surrounded by family after a seven-year struggle with cancer. Daughter of the late William and Margaret Soutar, Agnes was the wife of Richard F. Brooks for 60 years.
Born on Dec. 19, 1936, Agnes was raised in Rockaway Beach, Queens NY. After marrying Richard in 1957, they settled in Sudbury, Mass. where they raised their family. Agnes worked for over 20 years as a secretary for the Sudbury Public Schools.
She is survived by her devoted husband Richard, also of Phillips and her children Richard Brooks Jr. of Yarrow Point, Wash., Eric Brooks and his wife Doreen of Ashland, Mass., Wendy (Brooks) Leacu and her husband Michael of Wayland, Mass. and Matthew Brooks and his wife Nora of Portland, Oregon. She also leaves behind her six grandchildren Michele and Timothy Brooks, Thomas and Allison Leacu, Stefanie Germann and Oskar Brooks. She was the sister of the late Eleanor Salage and William Soutar Jr.
Agnes was an avid gardener, loved trips to the coast of Maine, her beloved West Highland Terriers “Bonar” and “Lily”, and spending time with friends and family.
A memorial service is being planned for early October in Farmington.
So sad!
My condolences to Dick, a frequent presence in our area.
Sad to hear that she passed away, to Dick and the family we send our sincere condolences.
Mr. Brooks and family we are so very sorry for the loss of Agnes. She was a wonderful gentle woman. She and you have been a constant blessing in my parents life for many years. God Bless her and keep on going Mr. Brooks!! Lewis Richard and family
Dear Dick, I am so sorry to hear about Agnes. My memories of this precious lady will always be in my heart❤ my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’ll miss her knowledge of flowers and her passion for decorating for every single holiday on the calendar. She will be in my heart forever.
Dick, We would like to offer our sincere condolences. Agnes will surely be missed by many of us in Phillips. May she rest in peace. Take care, my friend.
So sorry to hear of the loss of Agnes. Not sorry she has passed. So much suffering with cancer, and I’m sure she had her share. Our families’ thoughts and prayers will follow you til you no longer need them
So sorry to hear this. She was a wonderful lady. So many memories of dinners at our house with laughs. Big hugs to you and the family Dick… If you ever need anything we are just ‘through the woods’!
Dick, I am so sorry about your lovely wife. She was a very special lady. Condolences to you and your family
You will be missed sweet lady❤️
You were such a joy to have as a client.
Sorry and warm hugs to you Dick❤️
Dear Dick and family.
Your Lewis and Clark family friends from across the country feel your loss and send you all the comfort we can from afar.
I will miss visiting with my neighbor Agnes . She was such a kind , optimistic friend. Hugs to you Dick.
Hello Uncle Dick, and cousins Dick, Eric, Matt, and Wendy. So sorry for your loss. I remember all the great holiday dinners we had at Russet Lane. Also all the wonderful time we shared up at the Farmington Maine house. So much fun up there and loved exploring the mountain by foot or motor bike. The blueberries from the top of the mountain seem to taste better.
Hope Agnes is at peace. See you soon.
Dick and family,
my condolences to all, I have enjoyed our visits on the Hill for many years. Often quiet with swallows and lilies capturing my attention, as important matters are discussed. Or sharing your recent adventures of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
I will miss the shared times on your porch.
Dick, I am so sorry to learn from Jean Bartley that Agnes has passed away. Sending much sympathy and sadness to you and your family.