Andrew Douglas Brooks, 44, of North Haven, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2017 at Yale New Haven Hospital/St. Raphael campus with his family by his side. Andrew was born in New Haven on December 30, 1972 and was the son of Jeffrey A. and Margaret Kaszeta Brooks. He was a 1991 North Haven High School graduate and later attended Southern Connecticut State University. Andrew had worked for the Greater New Haven Transit for thirteen years and later as a driver for Heritage Livery. He has been a member of the West Ridge Volunteer Fire Department since 1991, member of the Corinthian Lodge #63 of North Haven and a member of the Hamden Elks Lodge #2224. A member of the Yale University Glee Club having performed with them at Carnegie Hall; he also was a member of the S.C.C.U. Choir. Andrew was a Yale Rugby fan and was very active with the organization of the Special Olympic Games. Brother of Patrick S. Brooks. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, numerous friends and brother firefighters.
Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue Thursday morning, Sept. 14th at 11:00. Interment will follow in the North Haven Center Cemetery. The visiting hours will be on Wednesday, Sept. 13th from 4 to 8 pm. Should friend’s desire, memorial contributions may be made to the West Ridge Fire Department Company #3 or the Masonic Burn Center, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.
So very very sorry to hear about Andy’s passing, I will be in Italy during the services or I would have been at the wake. I’m so very sorry, you are in my prayers, wishing you peace and strength to get through.
RIP fellow Fire Fighter, I was a member of Northeast Vol Fire Dept.
I am so sorry to read this. I remember Andy as a little boy, my neighbor. Sending many prayers your way.
I am so very sorry for your loss Jeff, Marge & Patrick. Andy was a good guy & cousin . He is going to be missed. You know if there is anything I or cheryl can do for you, all u need to do is ask.
I am still in shock with this & I just don’t understand, if he was in the hospital, why wasn’t he given blood thinners given his history of getting them? He will be missed greatly.
I am so sorry for the passing of Andy and send my sincere condolences to his family. It is hard when someone’s loved one passes, but to be so young as Andy was makes it even harder. I worked with Andy both at the Hamden Police Dept. and at transit and had many conversations with him, and many jokes told.
May he Rest in Peace, in the hands of our lord.
I am very sad to hear of Brother Andy’s passing. He spent much of his time helping others, and was always happy to tell a story or a joke that he thought might brighten someone’s day. He was always ready to laugh. My sincerest condolences.
So very sorry for the loss of your son. (Classmate to Jeff, 1965)
The CT Metal Scene has lost such a huge part of its family. Andy was a true supporter, a great guy to talk to, and someone with a giant heart. He will be missed but never ever forgotten. My sincerest condolences to your entire family.
R.I.P Brother Andy the gentle giant ledgon you will be missed by so many people Monroe will be dedicated to you my friend love ya brother say Hi to Tommy and Ray!!!!!!
So sorry for your loss.
Andy was a kind and generous friend. We loved meeting up with him at local band shows. He was friendly to everyone and always in a happy mood. May God comfort you with the memories you shared with Andy. We are so sad and so sorry for your loss. 💟☮️✝️
I did not know him but sincere condolences for a young man. I’m very sorry.
Deepest condolences to all family and friends. Andy was one of the nicest an most genuine people I had the pleasure of knowing. He was always ready to share an awesome story and the first to volunteer to help out whenever he could. He will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace Andy.
Sorry to hear of Andys passing. Our deepest sympathy . Our prayers are with him and your family. May he Rest In Peace. Fran and Joe Mulligan (your former neighbors from Norhtside Road)
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to Jeff, Marge and Patrick. I’m sorry I could not be there to honor Andy personally. Andy was a childhood friend, a part of the family at West Ridge and a Brother in Masonry. He was one of a kind and will not be forgotten. May he find peace, in that house not built with hands, eternal in the heavens.
Andy was a good friend, even at a great distance. He will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss..My deepest condolences!! May he Rest In Peace always and forever.
I’m sorry to hear of Andys passing. A good friend to many people. I have fond memories growing up with Andy
Our condolences to Andy’s family from the officers & members of Phoenix Engine#4 of Middletown, NY. I met Andy a few years ago when the restoration of “Bertha” made it’s debut in their anniversary parade. Andy couldn’t have been more friendly & gracious that day and we kept in touch thru Facebook since. Rest In Peace brother.