Christopher "Chris" Brooks

Christopher “Chris” Brooks of Hobe Sound, FL. passed away on Thursday, May 21st after a car accident. At 18 years of age, Chris had just completed high school and was beginning his transition from a very happy and fulfilling childhood to a promising future full of opportunity and hope. Even though Chris was taken from us much too early, his faith was strong and we are comforted to know that he is now with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Chris was born December 8, 2007, to Kristin Brooks in Stuart, FL. He was raised in a nurturing environment by his loving grandparents and guardians Tom and Gwen Brooks, with the help of their youngest daughter Lindsay Brooks (“the best big sister imaginable”). Chris was a lifelong Martin County resident and attended Bethel Lutheran Preschool, Hobe Sound Elementary, Murray Middle School, and South Fork High School. Chris was a true blessing to his family and friends. He was very much loved and appreciated by his extended family and was often the life of the party at family gatherings and vacations. Some mentioned that Chris was “an unexpected gift” because of the somewhat unusual way that he became such an important and cherished part of their lives. The outpouring of kind and loving thoughts expressed by his friends and their families serve as a testament to how much Chris meant to each of them. Along with family and friends, Christian faith was another priority for Chris. He regularly participated in church youth group worship and activities. His pastors were important role models that shaped his personal and spiritual growth, and he appreciated the bonds of friendship he had with each of them. Beyond the normal church-based activities, Christopher traveled to attend numerous summer youth group camps. Chris was very active in the Scouts (BSA) organization where he earned the ranking of “Life Scout”. One of Chris’s many accomplishments in scouting was completing a 5-mile swim challenge. In addition to the various life skills that he learned through scouting, Chris established long-term friendships with some of the other scouts, including his good friend Sam. His scout masters were critically important in helping to shape Chris into the kind and impressive young man that he had become. Chris was a proud member of the South Fork High School bowling team. The friendships that Chris made through his bowling experiences seemed to be more meaningful to him than the achievements he accomplished on the lanes. In more recent years, Chris developed a passionate interest in cars and auto repair. Chris and his good friend Rylan were in the process of rebuilding the engine in his recently acquired Subaru. Chris was enrolled to start a curriculum at J-Tech Institute in Jacksonville, FL. to pursue formal training and a career as an automotive technician. Chris’s other interests and pursuits were extensive. He played youth league soccer and baseball. He was a talented pitcher and a powerful hitter, which earned him a spot on the All-Star team. Other activities and interests that Chris enjoyed included golfing (especially with his dad), fishing, boating, boogie boarding, canoeing, trail riding, gaming, computers, tinkering with mechanical things, music (middle school band and high school marching band), basketball and pickleball. Chris is survived by his grandparents and guardians, Tom Brooks and Gwen Brooks; Mother Kristin (Herbert) Brooks Blanco and 2 half-brothers, Isaiah and Axton; Uncle Tim (Hannah) Brooks and five cousins, Samuel, Hope, Amelia, Jeremiah and Ruthanne; Aunt/Sister Lindsay Brooks and Uncle/Brother Chase Patterson; Aunt Sue (Mark) Brooks Lynch; Uncle Scott (Toni) Brooks and cousins, Josh (Michaela) Brooks, Sutton Brooks, Ashley Brooks and fiancé Tony Herrington; Uncle Forrest (Susan) Brooks and cousins Andrew Brooks, Amy (Stephen) Buehler, Henry Buehler, Alexis Buehler and Ariana Buehler; Aunt Jennifer Brooks. Chris was known for his kindness, gentle spirit, and his genuine interest in hearing what others had to say. His fun and loving character left a lasting mark on everyone that knew him. Christopher’s spirit always seemed to light-up whatever room he was in, and going forward, we know that the memories he left us with will continue to do the same. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Grace Place Church on June 5 th at 11:00 a.m. The family invites you to share your memories, photos, and stories of Chris on his memorial site. These special shared moments will help carry Chris’s memory forward with love. We are so grateful and thankful for the outpouring of love and sympathy from this caring community. Thank you for keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. “Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories” - Author unknown

Christopher "Chris" Brooks

December 8, 2007 - May 21, 2026