Orinda Brooks

Orinda "Rennie" was born from Lula Richardson on June 5, 1940 in Columbus, OH.

She was the last to be born, the baby of 13 siblings and all were born at home.

She transitioned from Time to Eternity on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at O.S.U. East in Columbus, OH.

Most importantly she gave her life to Christ and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

She began her passion working with the Home Health Field and took care of Veterans as well as other clients in Columbus, OH.

She absolutely loved people and caring for people from all walks of life.

Orinda received her nickname, "Rennie", from our Grandmother, short of Orinda.

She loved her old School music, The Temptations and the Motown Sounds.

Especially loved the Blues B.B. King and Jazz, her favorite was Billie Holiday.

Rennie loved to fish, eat all seafood, family gatherings and playing cards, her favorite card game was Tonk.

Rennie spent hours of time with family and friends, and was known to bake the best Sweet Potato Pie, Collard Greens and especially BBQ Ribs.

She always had a Smile on her face. She was preceded in death by ALL her siblings: Jake, Babe, Walter, Erma, Mattie, Bootsie, Boozie all other 7 were either deceased at birth or died at an early age.

She is survived by and leaves to cherish her loving memories; sons, Rickey Young and Willis E. Brooks III; daughters, Willena "Renee" Brooks, Marjorie and Jerome Carter and Lisa Young Mullins.

The family would like give special acknowledgements to Cheryl, Rhonda and Betty.

Last but not least a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends that loved her dearly.

Family and friends Homegoing Gathering will be held Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 4:00 PM at 3209 Chelford Dr. Columbus, Ohio 43232; 614-348-2350.


A Tribute to Mom


In Tears we saw you sinking and watching you fade away, Our hearts were almost broken, we wanted you to stay, But when we saw you sleeping so peaceful, free from pains; How could we wish you back with us, to suffer all over again, It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, For part of us went with you on Thursday evening, when God took you home; "One thing you taught us is, "It's not the position in which we stand but the directions in which we look". Looking towards the hills in which all of our help comes from". From Your Loving Daughters and Sons.


To My Family


I'll be seeing, I am at rest so don't cry, It will be easier as time goes by. I've done my very best to live a good life. For I knew if did, I could be with Christ. As my body lies here, It's only a shell God has called me home and my job I've done well, Now, I'm happy and very content, You know and I know that it's hard on earth so you should not cry at death, But at birth, I have no worries, pains, fears, because of God, so dry your tears. I Love You All and This Is What I Want You To Do, Keep Putting God First In Your Life.