William Eugene Brooks

William (Bill) Eugene Brooks, 73 passed away on Saturday April 19th . He was born July 13, 1951, in Pueblo, Colorado to William Earl Brooks and Naomi (Carter) Brooks. He married the love of his life, Brenda (Osborne) Brooks on October 29th , 1972, in Golden, Colorado.

Bill graduated with a degree in metallurgical engineering from Colorado School of Mines in 1973. He was well accomplished in the mining industry. His career took him to many places throughout his life. He and Brenda lived in Colorado, Arizona, Nevada,California, Virginia, Texas, Utah, Canada, Panama, Jamaica, South Africa and Australia. In addition to living in many locations, they traveled extensively all over the world.

Bill enjoyed golf, fishing, camping, hiking, riding his bike, listening to music and many other activities. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his wife and family. He loved his dog, Buddy. Bill was a very happy easy-going guy. As a result, people enjoyed being around him. He created many friendships all over the world. Bill lived his life with the highest level of integrity and values.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Brooks (St. George, Utah); his three kids, Branda Gilmore (Broomfield, CO), Belinda Bessant (Hurricane, UT), Timothy Brooks and his spouse Julia Brooks (Mesquite, NV); three grandchildren, Jacquelyn Grossnickle (Corey), Sierra Smith (Kaleb), and Violet Rose and his brother Don Snowder (Lago Vista, TX). He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Maverick Grossnickle, Felicity Grossnickle, Silas Grossnickle and Charlie Smith. He preceded in death by his grandson Devin Brooks, his brother, Jim Snowder, and his sister, Nancy Stevens.

A memorial service will be held May 2, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Hughes Mortuary, 1037 East 700 S. St. George, Utah. A gathering for friends and family to celebrate Bill’s life and share memories will be held at the Mesa’s Clubhouse at 301 South 1200 East, St. George, UT immediately following the service.

Arrangements are made under the direction of Hughes Mortuary, 1037 East 700 S. St. George, Utah, (435) 674-5002.