Martin A. Brooks

Mr. Martin A. Brooks, 89 of Snyder,TX passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, June 18, 2020.

A graveside service for Mr. Brooks will be held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Hillside Memorial Gardens under the direction of Bell-Cypert-Seale with Brother Alan Culp officiating.

Martin was born on June 28, 1930 in Henderson, TX to Alvie and Bettie (Ross)
Brooks. He grew up on a farm near Henderson. At the age of 16, he graduated high school and immediately started his banking career at Citizen Bank in Henderson. In 1950, West Texas State Bank was organized bringing'Brooks' (as known by his family and friends) to Snyder, TX. He remained with WTSB for more than 50 yrs, working his way up in the ranks. He served in every position there during his tenure, with his last title being CEO. In 1952 he was petitioned for service in the Marine Corp. and proudly served this country, returning to Snyder after the Korean war.

In 1954, he met the love of his life, Dixie Tucker, in Seagraves, TX. They were married there on May 8, 1955 and Snyder has always been their home.

Brooks was never a boastful man and often downplayed his many accomplishments. One of his personal proudest was in the summer of 1964 when he graduated from Louisiana State University School of Banking. He served on numerous boards and committees, including securing the Price Daniel Unit here in Snyder. Brooks was highly respected in the community and when asked by family and friends to describe him, the most common term would be 'a gentleman'. Many former bank customers have shared that Brooks was instrumental in allowing them opportunities to realize dreams of business and/or home ownership.

His life is best remembered by his loyalties, fairness, ethics and generosity. He was raised to be a gentleman and he remained throughout his life an exemplary gentleman, which is very rare today.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, one brother and his in-laws, Mr. & Mrs. Coy Tucker. Survivors include his wife of 65 years; his adopted extended family, Tammy Davis, Carolyn Jeter and longtime friend Eddie Don Floyd, as well as his wonderful caregivers, Teresa Lopez, Angela Sanchez, Adela Sanchez and Mariah Garces. A special thanks to Cogdell Memorial Hospice for their care in his last days,

Memorials may be made to Texas Baptist Institute & Seminary; 1300 Longview Drive, Henderson, TX 75652, Snyder Senior Citizens Center or Cogdell Hospice.

No visitation is planned.