A fantastic time was had by all! We hope to see you at the next reunion in 2024!!! Friday, August 5, 2022 Meet and Greet Lisa Rausch welcomed everyone at the Registration Table Picnic Saturday August 6th More photos to come soon… FAMILY TREE BRANCHES REPRESENTED AT THE REUNION Click each picture to see their family tree page and more info. Remember to check back often for updates!!! Saturday Night August 6th Banquet, Raffles, Slideshow, Socializing and Dancing Will you … Continue reading “2022 Reunion Recap”
William Brooks and Rachel Martin Brooks
Rachel Martin Brooks was married to William Brooks, Sr. Though her date of birth and place of birth are currently unknown and being researched, she passed away on August 14, 1933. Rachel’s parents were Neut Martin (full-blood Cherokee) and Silver Martin (of Jamaican descent). More to come…… William Martin, Sr. was nicknamed “Red”. Though we are researching his birthplace and date of birth, he passed away in Chicago on July 9, 1954. More to come……
2021 Reunion
SIP & PAINT This is going to be a fun interactive night with family, painting, music, and giveaways with each of us painting our own canvas. Do not fear! The event will be hosted by a fun painting director to guide us. The cost of $25 includes everything you need to paint for the night. Once you pay, your kit will be mailed directly to you but you must order by Saturday, August 7, 2021. Link: https://www.canvasdollstnp.com/store/products/private-event-brooks-martin-virtual-family-reunion This link goes directly to … Continue reading “2021 Reunion”
Mark Your Calendar
Family Reunion Planning Zoom Meeting Sunday, July 18, 2021 – 3:00 pm CST Virtual Sip and Paint Family Reunion Saturday, August 21, 2021 6:00 pm. CST (via Zoom) Know your Roots Genealogist, Dr. Tony Burroughs October 2021 (Exact date: TBA) (via Zoom) More details and links will be sent to you as soon as they are available……
2003 Reunion
This reunion was held in Illinois. People traveled from far and near to attend. Take a look at the food, fun and family….. If you have pics from this one or a different family reunion, email them to: update@brooksmartinfamily.com and state the year and location for them to be added. Thanks!!
1975 Reunion
This inaugural gathering of the Brooks – Martin family union was held in Chicago. The napkin was a signature element and souvenir for all.