Robin Jeanelle Brooks

May 12, 1961 - October 29, 2020

Robin Jeanelle Brooks, age 59, of Irving, Texas, was born on May 12, 1961, in Morrilton, Arkansas and transitioned from temporary to eternity on Thursday, October 29, 2020. Robin was born to parents, William Michael Brooks and Barbara Nell “Newsom” Brooks and was the number six of seven children. Robin was the mother of David Lee McDowell Jr. and Brooke Jeanelle McDowell. Robin loved God and professed her faith at an early age. She was a member of the Junior Red Circle and Middle Western District choir as a young girl and was afforded opportunities to sing in many cities throughout the U.S. Robin graduated in 1979 from Morrilton High School. Throughout her life she shared her gifts through singing, cooking, and taking care of all that needed her. She re-dedicated her life to Christ in 1992 and served in various positions at St. Mark Baptist Church, in Menifee, AR, sang in the choir during her time at church in Forrest, MS and was a member of Potter’s House in Dallas, TX. Robin was preceded in death by her two parents and one brother, Myron Brooks. She leaves to cherish her memories: son, David Lee McDowell Jr. (Christiane), daughter, Brooke Jeanelle McDowell and three grandchildren. Siblings: Barbara Jean Strickland, Adrian Gibbs, Randy Brooks (Marilyn), Paul Brooks, Harriett Yocum (Michael) and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 7, at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Glen Hersey officiating. Burial will be at Odd Fellow Cemetery by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to service at the Church Saturday. Online Guestbook: www.harrisfuneralhomes.net