Burton George Brooks
Burton George Brooks
August 25, 1950 ~ June 23, 2013
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A Funeral Service will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA.
Burton George Brooks,“Ask The Chief”… one of Burt’s favorite motto’s followed by “Of Course It Can” …. When told something couldn’t be done. Very often in his early military career when told something couldn’t be done, he’d shoot back the remark “Of course it can, let’s go ask the Chief”…. And then he became one…. achieving the Rank of E-8 Senior Chief. Which was one of his proudest moments during his 26 yr. Military Career with the U.S. Navy spanning from 1968 - 1994.Burt carried that motto with him thru out his military and civilian working careers. After gaining employment with BAE Systems following his military retirement in 1994 he joined the world of civilian government service in 1998 as an Information Technology Manager where he was a key founder in the establishment of the Navy’s Automatic Identification Technology Laboratory which served all of DoD and Federal agencies in “doing business better” with barcodes and RFID tags. His projects were varied and diverse but success and quality was a common theme. Among his largest projects as a Certified Property Manager, he led a national inventory and validation of all airport assets owned by TSA, developed a system for tracking those assets and coordinated the training for over 600 users.Burt expanded this expertise and support to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) where he led a team in support of their asset management as well as their engineering requirements for communications and sensor systems located along the United States Southern and Northern Borders. In 2011 he was promoted to a government technical High Grade position and became the Integrated Communications and Information Systems Division’s Sensor Systems Technology Team Lead. In this position, he supported the DHS CBP by developing an In-Service Engineering and Software Support Activity. He recently received a Career Service Award for his 40 + years of dedicated services to the United States Navy and to the Government of The United States.Burt’s lifetime interests were many but his most cherished interests included his affiliation with the U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer’s Association… his 8 yrs. of Scuba Diving the Hawaiian Waters with his wife Brenda during their 11 yr. Naval Tour in Hawaii… his yearly Scuba Diving Trip to the Cayman Islands with friends from work…fishing in St. Mary’s Lake… and mostly his lifelong love of the motorcycling community. From 1993 he and his wife enjoyed memberships with… “Honolulu Hawaii Harley Owner’s Group” (where they helped establish the first Hawaii State Motorcycle Rally)…”Street Biker’s United Hawaii” (where they first became involved in the Toys-For-Tots Christmas Runs)…. “Annapolis Harley Owner’s Group”….. And his most recent and most cherished membership with the “Raging Goats Veteran Chief Petty Officer Motorcycle Club”. Burt often remarked to friends that his most valuable possession in life was his wife Brenda with whom he cherished his 43 yr. long love affair with. A good man left this earth the day Burt “Transitioned to God’s House” to live and if you ever find yourself standing at Heaven’s Door unsure of which path to take just: “Ask The Chief”….He’ll be waiting there to show you the way! Born in Warren, Ohio to deceased parents George W. Brooks and Ruth Mease Brooks. Burt is survived by his wife Brenda W. Brooks of Great Mills, Md. , his Sister Jodie Hunter and her husband Tom of Eustis, Fla., And many, many Brother-In-Laws, Sister-in-laws, Nieces , Nephews and Friends both in Maryland and Florida. Contributions can be made to: Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Maryland 20653.
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August 25, 1950 ~ June 23, 2013
“Ask The Chief”… one of Burt’s favorite motto’s followed by “Of Course It Can” …. When told something couldn’t be done. Very often in his early military career when told something couldn’t be done, he’d shoot back the remark “Of course it can, let’s go ask the Chief”…. And then he became one…. achieving the Rank of E-8 Senior Chief. Which was one of his proudest moments during his 26 yr. Military Career with the U.S. Navy spanning from 1968 - 1994.
Burt carried that motto with him thru out his military and civilian working careers. After gaining employment with BAE Systems following his military retirement in 1994 he joined the world of civilian government service in 1998 as an Information Technology Manager where he was a key founder in the establishment of the Navy’s Automatic Identification Technology Laboratory which served all of DoD and Federal agencies in “doing business better” with barcodes and RFID tags. His projects were varied and diverse but success and quality was a common theme. Among his largest projects as a Certified Property Manager, he led a national inventory and validation of all airport assets owned by TSA, developed a system for tracking those assets and coordinated the training for over 600 users.
Burt expanded this expertise and support to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) where he led a team in support of their asset management as well as their engineering requirements for communications and sensor systems located along the United States Southern and Northern Borders. In 2011 he was promoted to a government technical High Grade position and became the Integrated Communications and Information Systems Division’s Sensor Systems Technology Team Lead. In this position, he supported the DHS CBP by developing an In-Service Engineering and Software Support Activity. He recently received a Career Service Award for his 40 + years of dedicated services to the United States Navy and to the Government of The United States.
Burt’s lifetime interests were many but his most cherished interests included his affiliation with the U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer’s Association… his 8 yrs. of Scuba Diving the Hawaiian Waters with his wife Brenda during their 11 yr. Naval Tour in Hawaii… his yearly Scuba Diving Trip to the Cayman Islands with friends from work…fishing in St. Mary’s Lake… and mostly his lifelong love of the motorcycling community. From 1993 he and his wife enjoyed memberships with… “Honolulu Hawaii Harley Owner’s Group” (where they helped establish the first Hawaii State Motorcycle Rally)…”Street Biker’s United Hawaii” (where they first became involved in the Toys-For-Tots Christmas Runs)…. “Annapolis Harley Owner’s Group”….. And his most recent and most cherished membership with the “Raging Goats Veteran Chief Petty Officer Motorcycle Club”.
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“Brenda, I am so sorry to hear of Burt’s passing. I had worked with him for many years and since then whenever I saw him, he always gave me a smile and/or a hug, and asked how I was doing. I don’t think anyone was a stranger to him or not for long; he was a generous man. Heaven has gained a wonderful Angel. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. He spoke of you often, you were the light and love of his life. “
“Brenda, words seem inadequate to even begin to express the sadness I felt about Burt’s passing, you are in my prayers. He was a good man.”
“To the Brooks Family, We are sorry to hear of Burts passing. Your Family will be in our thoughts and Prayers”
“Brenda I am so sorry for your loss. When I worked at ALF years ago with Burt I remember how kind and considerate he was to everyone he came in contact with. I also remember the times you came by to see me and Ralph on your motorcycles when we lived on St. Andrews Church Rd. So many years have passed but I always asked George how you guys were doing. May God wrap his arms around you at this difficult time and help to console you in the days to come. “
“To the Brooks Family, I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Burt was a great guy to work with, always a smile, pleasent word to day, made me fill like a part of the team. He will be missed very, very much. Thank you for sharing him with us here at work. Peace be with you, until you meet again.”
“Brenda, so sorry for your loss. Burt was such a great friend and mentor to me. My family’s thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. RIP Burt. “
“Brenda, I wish I had some profound words for you at this time, but I am at a loss. Burt was truly a friend and a mentor to me for many years. I considered him part of my extended family and will miss him every day. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Burt was such a good man and we are all better for having known him. I know he is with God and is still watching over us all.”
“Brenda, My deepest condolences for your loss. Burt was a good man and, although I did not work with him long, I had the utmost of respect for him. His presence will be sorely missed. “
“Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss, Burt was a really great guy, always with a smile and time to chat. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Burt, your are no longer in pain and can now rest in peace.”
“Brenda, please accept our sincerest condolences. Burt will always be remembered as one of the most caring people anyone could know. May he find peace in Heaven. “
“Aunt Brenda, thoughts, prayers and peace are being sent to you during this time. Though our thoughts and hearts are filled with sadness, I am thankful in knowing that our Father loved Uncle Burt so, that he was not made to suffer. He did not have to entail the prolonged pain through years, as some have. Uncle Burt can be at peace and rest. We will remember him for what he was, a strong, secure, gentle giant.”
“Aunt Brenda – Our hearts are with you. We will miss running into Uncle Burt (Baldy) at Lowes shopping and driving by our home on his bike and truck with his hand up. Until we meet again. RIP Burt! “
“Brenda, Very sorry for your loss. Burt always had a great smile and knew me no matter where. Keep all the great memories close to your heart! RIP Burt!”
“Brenda; You had a wonderful guy and a true gentleman in your life and Burt’s memory will be with you forever. God bless you.”
“Brenda, our hearts ache for you. You are on our minds, in our hearts, thought & prayers. We hope that memories of the good times you & Burt shared, will help to ease your pain.”
“BRENDA, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers”
“Brenda, your relationship was a lovely blessing to all that witnessed it. My heart is with your heart as you traverse this temporary separation. I feel very blessed for the connection. I am also very grateful for the connection between Burt and mikel, he was a blessing to us. Big love”
“Brenda, We are so sad to hear of your loss. We know how important the military to our country. He did the best. What more can one say. “
“Brenda, our deepest condolences for your loss. Burt was such an easy-going person. We had the pleasure of being able to work on the courtyard at your beautiful home. Always keep Burt in your memories….he was a wonderful man.”
“Brenda: Some of our fondest memories are the time spent with you and Burt in Hawaii. “The deep pain that is felt at the death of every friendly soul arises from the feeling that there is in every individual something which is inexpressible, peculiar to him alone, and is, therefore, absolutely and irretrievably lost.” – Arthur Schopenhauer – We Love you ~ God Bless “
“Burt was a wonderful brother and we are so proud of you and will miss you. “
“Brenda I will forever cherish the time we spent with you and Burt, enjoying your beautiful garden. See you in another Garden someday Burt! Love you!”
“Brenda, We will always have wonderful memories of you and Burt and our Harley-riding days. I remember what fun Burt and I had with our Eustis/Leesburg connection. You have our love.”
“I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Burt will be deeply missed. You will be in our prayers always. Love Harl and Linda Orr”
“Brenda, thanks for making time for our visit a couple weeks back, as I know Burt didn’t feel well. You always took good care of Burt, as he did of you. The motorcycle rides that Burt helped organize were always better, safer, and more fun because he always looked out for others. He has left many great memories with our rides to Nova Scotia, Deep Creek Lake, Sturgis, Bear Tooth Pass, “Round The Bay”, “Chicken Run”, “Blessing of the Bikes”, and many more. You and Burt are in our prayers with many happy thoughts.”
“Brenda – I am so sorry for your loss. Burt was a great man with such a caring heart. In the short time I knew him, he truly made an impact on my life. I take comfort in the fact that he is in a good place and will continue to watch over us. He will no doubt be sorely missed. Brenda, you are in my thoughts and prayers always.”
“Brenda, very sorry to hear the Lord has taken a good man. Keep all the good memories and will keep you in my prayers.”
“Brenda, So sorry for your loss of Burt. Never forgot you guys and wondered how you both were doing. You guys were always such nice, uplifting people. Sincerest condolences to you.”
“Brenda, My condolences to you at this very difficut time. Burt was a great co-worker and friend. Keep his memories close to your heart. Gloria”
“Brenda, Burt was one of the kindest men that I have ever known. I cherished your annual visits to FL where we discussed your rentals. My thoughts and prayers will always remain with you and your family. Burt loved you very deeply and honored you with many kind words when we spoke.”
“Brenda, my sincere condolences go out to you at the loss of your husband and best friend. Your pain is my pain. Your heart is my heart. Sending love and hugs to comfort all you are going through. I am here and only a phone call away. Love you. Netty”