BROOKS, DELMER CHARLES – 77, of Stewiacke, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family March 10, 2011. Del was a retired veteran of 25 years. He was predeceased by his parents; his son, D.C.; and a brother, Ron. He is survived by two brothers, Clare and Barry; wife, Dorothy; daughters, Dawn, Deidry and Deanne; step-daughters, Adele, Upha, Terri, Rhonda and Kathi and their families; 20 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and at his request there will be no service. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences to PO Box 494, Stewiacke, NS B0N 2J0.