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Christopher Lee Chris Brooks

Death by Force
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Christopher Lee "Chris" Brooks, a 50-year-old male from Gastonia, North Carolina, passed away on February 22, 2021. Born on September 18, 1970, in Gaston County, he was the son of Peggy Phillips Brooks and the late Roy Lee Brooks. Chris was survived by his mother, two sons, Dusty Rayfield and Drew Brooks, a sister, Tammy Dotson, his partner, Lynn Raby, and two grandchildren. A graveside service was held on March 1, 2021, at Westview Gardens in Bessemer City, officiated by Pastor Scott Rudisill. ...Read More
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  • https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article249449125.html
  • https://www.wbtv.com: Second man dies after shooting in Gastonia, 1 still in critical condition
    • Victim Details

    Christopher Lee Chris Brooks

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Gastonia

    NC

    2021-02-22

    50

    Christopher

    Lee Chris Brooks

    11/26/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Hey everyone, I've been following the discussion about the tragic events on Woodleaf Drive, and my h... ...Read More
    03/06/2024
    I've been following the case of Chris Brooks and Matthew Allison for a while now, and there’s one ... ...Read More
    02/11/2023
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