Earl Dewayne Brooks, age 49, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on March 28, 2026. Born on July 7, 1976, he brought laughter, energy, and joy to everyone around him from an early age. Known for his humor and uplifting spirit, Earl had a way of making others smile and feel at ease.

Earl was a graduate of Millington High School, Class of 1995, and served honorably in the United States Navy for 12 years as an ABE (Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Equipment), achieving the rank of E-5, Second Class Petty Officer. He later earned his Bachelor of Science in Administration and Management from EPCI in 2017 and worked as an NDT Inspector at Ingalls Shipbuilding.

He was a devoted father to Erin Brooks, Keegan Brooks, and Keia Brooks and cherished time with his family. Earl enjoyed sports, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Lakers, as well as movies, video games, cooking, and collecting sneakers and hats.

Earl was also a faithful member of the School of Tyrannus International Ministry, where he found strength in his faith and fellowship with others.

He is survived by his children; his parents, Bishop Dr. Wash and Elect Lady Dr. Susan Carthon; his biological father, Robert E. Weaver (Renee Weaver); his siblings, LaJuanda Carthon, Tonya Carthon-Temple (Johnnie Temple III), Rachelle Weaver, Shareka Weaver, and Robert Weaver Jr.; and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kamiya J. Carthon.

Earl will be remembered for his laughter, his loving heart, and the joy he brought to others. Though he is no longer with us, we take comfort in knowing he is at peace and resting in the presence of the Lord.

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." – Revelation 21:4

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Macedonia Pentecostal Holiness Church, 2610 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, VA. A committal service will follow on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk, VA.

Earl will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.