Angeline Brooks

Angeline Salem Brooks, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and friend born August 31st, 1914, in Lansing Michigan, went to the lord on March 5, 2010. Angeline came to Arizona in 1933 to marry grocer and businessman Edward Salem of Douglas, Arizona. She spent her life in Douglas in close relationships with children, in-laws, nieces, nephews and many friends. Angeline was preceded in death by her mother Victoria and father Norman Hanna. Angeline is the last of the In-laws who were like brothers and sisters. They include the families of Alyce and Ray Borane and Ramona and Edward Sawaya. Angeline was an active member of Immaculate Conception Church and contributed much to her church community. In later years, Angeline lived in Phoenix, Nogales and Detroit. Her life was filled with tending to her children and family. She was an avid reader, crossword puzzle enthusiast and creatively crocheted many afghans for family and friends. Her family was frequently blessed with the essence of her excellent Lebanese cooking. Everyone called her, "Sito." If they heard she was cooking, the house would fill with her adoring loved ones. Sito was dedicated to the rosary and her whispers of prayer in the night was a comfort to all. Angeline worked in the insurance industry as an office manager and enjoyed time spent with fellow employees. Her long, productive life leaves footprints on countless hearts. Her generosity to anyone in need was limitless. All were welcome at the Salem family home in Douglas. Seldom was the house void of family or friend. Angeline was a family icon and her presence will always be with us. Angeline is survived by 5 devoted children. Ralph (Debbie) of Maricopa, AZ, Edward John Sr. (Jo Ann) of Peoria, AZ, Carol Ann Rivas of Phoenix, AZ., Mark Salem (Ranae) Tempe, AZ and Melinda Jackson of Cottonwood, AZ. Also Shirley Salem, Phoenix, AZ. Grandchildren include, Ralph Salem (Sueanne), Christopher Salem, Cathy Pulickal (Lionel), Mike Rose (Teri), Angela Jablonski (Tim), Edward John Salem, Jr., Michelle Contreras (Mike), Timothy Salem , Mario Gregory (Kim), Michael Gregory (Jacque), Teri Gregory, Mark Rivas, Ranee Rivas, Allison Salem, Alan Salem (Heather), Andi Salem, Joe Mulcaire (Rachel), Heather Mulcaire (Chris Williamson), Heidi Monday (Beale), and KW Mulcaire. Angeline had 33 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She has many nieces and nephews who were very dear to her and always were an important part of her long, happy life.