Ralph Dennis Brooks

Ralph Dennis Brooks, 79, a native of Chatham County, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, June 21st, 2024, at home surrounded by family and loved ones.

Dennis was born in Guilford County, NC to Ralph Jenkins and Polly Paschal Brooks. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Dennis was a graduate of Chatham Central High School and NC State University. He served in the United States Air Force. After returning home, he managed Dr. John Dykers Cattle farms. Later, he worked for NCDA that led him to Hillsborough. He owned and operated Rocking B Saddle Shop & Ranch with his lovely wife, Linda for 44 years.

From a young age, he enjoyed all activities with horses and cattle. He is fondly remembered for his rodeo days, training horses, ranching, and farming which included driving and plowing the garden with his horses. His favorite activity was enjoying being home on the ranch spending time with his cattle, horses, and family up to his final days. 

Dennis is survived by his wife of 58 years, Linda Carter Brooks; his sons, David Brooks and his wife Leslie, and Keith Brooks and his wife Ellen; his grandchildren, Savannah and Ashlynn Brooks, Dawson Brooks and his wife, Brynne; and Dylan Brooks; his brother, Tim Brooks; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A funeral service will be held Monday, June 24th, 2024, at 11 AM, at Bonlee Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 10 – 11 am at the church with burial following the service in the church cemetery. Services will be officiated by Reverend Chuck Link.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Brooks family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com