Darlene Joy Brooks entered this life on March 5, 1944 to Arnold and Lucille Denver in Fairbault, Minnesota. Parlene entered into eternal rest on March 5, 2021 at the age of 77. Darlene Joy Brooks enjoyed music, various types of birds. Making various arrangement of flowers as well as growing flowers. Her children and her passion for educating others on early childhood development. Preceding Darlene in death are both her parents, along with Virginia, Cella, Bonnie, Faye, and Junivev. Left to mourn her passing is her beloved husband, Daniel Brooks, Her two sons, Noland Brooks and Clifton Brooks and wife Cynthia. Her daughter, Wendy Brightman and Wesley. Her four grandchildren, Celeste, Carolina, Caleb, and Cyrus Brooks. Her brothers and sisters, Angeline, Julian, Arnold, Loren, Leland, and Veryl. Along with a host of nieces and nephews and friends.