Joe C. Rooks

Joe C. Rooks, age 71, of St. Helen, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at his home. He had lived in St. Helen since 1988, formerly of Westland. He was a member of the American Legion Post #416, 40/8, and the Wildwood Wheelers, Chapter 23, Good Sam. He loved golf, bowling, camping, bus trips and going to the casino. Mr. Rooks is survived by his wife, Dorothy Rooks of St. Helen, children, Michael (Diana) Rooks of Keego Harbor, Kimberley (Mike) Beyer of West Branch and David Rooks of Germany, grandchildren, Tonya, Jacque, Michael, Emily, Sarah, Gina, Josie, Denise, Alex, Christopher and Tera and a great-grandson, Ian. Also surviving is his mother, Ida Rooks of Cadillac, brothers, David (Kay) Rooks of Cadillac, Dewayne Rooks of Manton and Ken (Renae) Rooks of Clinton Township. Visitation at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in St. Helen will begin on Monday, July 24, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. The American Legion Post #416 will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Grayling Mercy Hospice or the Grayling Emergency Room Project.