Margaret Brooks

Margaret ("Maggie") M. Brooks Surrounded by family, Maggie was born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, November 24th 2020 at the age of 86. Maggie was the beloved mother to Ellen, Trey (Donna) and Keith (Karen), cherished sister of Scott (Libby) and is survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many very special nieces and nephews and countless friends. Maggie was preceded in death by her adoring husband Reggie, sons Bruce and Todd, grandson Ben, and brother Byon "Bud" McConachie. Maggie's passion for family, friends, community and life is summed up in her oft-heard and repeated, "Love, Love, Love." Cards and games were a central part of her life, which helped to bring family and friends together. From Bridge or Hand & Foot, to Charades or Karaoke-singing, and her legendary Derby Day parties, she was happiest when love was present, when people laughed, when people shared. Maggie also celebrated life through music, theatre and entertainment. She was a founding member of the Falls Patio Players and served in numerous board positions. In later years, she started the Way Off Broadway Players, directing and performing song and dance routines for residents in local senior centers, and was active with the Art Guild of Menomonee Falls. She also hosted several children's programs on local cable television and volunteered for dozens of organizations, including Junior Woman's Club, St. Ben's Meal Program, the Women's Health Initiative, and countless others. Her professional life is storied. Whether Maggie was serving as a head chef, top-performing insurance agent, market surveying specialist or a travel agent – she was always thriving with people. And since 2000, Maggie has authored more than 20 poetry books with her "Musings by Maggie" series, a whimsical collection of observations, inspirations and motivations – musings – of life. This anthology beautifully and humorously captured her spirit, and rarely failed to bring a smile to readers. Due to COVID-19, private services will be scheduled with family, with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org. ...