In memory of

Lorraine Brooks-Body

Roselle, NJ

December 10, 1951 - June 3, 2023

Dec 10, 1951 - Jun 3, 2023

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In memory of

Lorraine Brooks-Body

Passed

June 3, 2023
Born

December 10, 1951
Resided

Roselle, NJ

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Please consider a gift to Urban League of Union County or Endometrial Cancer Action Network For African Americans.

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Community and causes were an integral part of Lorraine's life. Her dedication to empowerment and progress served as inspiration for individuals to be change agents. To continue her legacy, the family asks that you support one of the following organizations through a donation in her honor:

Urban League of Union County - Lorraine was a dedicated member of the Urban League for over 20 years and served as the President of the Urban League Guild of Union County for over 10 years. The Urban League of Union County's goal is to enable African Americans and other disadvantaged people to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights.

ECANA - Lorraine was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in 2019 and made it her mission to educate Black Women about the importance of gynecological exams and women's health. ECANA supports, creates community, and empowers African-American women affected by endometrial cancer. A donation to this charity will help fund services and programs for those they serve.

Roselle Public Library - Lorraine served as the Treasurer of the Roselle Public Library for the past two years. The Roselle Public Library strives to inform, educate, enrich, entertain, and empower our community by providing access to a vast and diverse array of information, activities, and services. Contribute to Urban League of Union County

Contribute to Endometrial Cancer Action Network For African Americans

Lorraine Brooks-Body, 71, a long-time resident of Roselle, NJ passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 after living a full, meaningful life. Lorraine, daughter of the late Jesse and Ruth Brooks, was born on December 10, 1951 in Elizabeth, New Jersey where she mirrored her parents in becoming an active and beloved member of the community.

Lorraine was educated in the Roselle School District where she graduated from Abraham Clark High School, and went on …

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