Brooks-Maness, Kathy was called home on Monday, April 7, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Steven M. Maness; daughter of the late Robert and Ella Brooks; sister of the Ellen (late Gary) McCormick and the late Gene (Betty Surviving) Penn; cherished aunt of Jim, Julie, Amanda, Amanda, Jonathan, Christina, Christy (Jason), Stephanie, Justin (Katy), BryAnn, and Shawna ; our dear great-aunt, great-great-aunt, cousin and friend to many.
Kathy was a devoted wife and loved her family unconditionally. She was also a dedicated employee proudly serving the Clayton Fire Dept. for over 38 years. Kathy will forever be in our hearts, gone ……. but never forgotten.
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. on Saturday, April 12, from 12 Noon until time of service 3 p.m. with all services concluding at Kutis.
We’re so sorry and shocked. She was such a sweet and fun cousin.
My heart is so broken . You will be missed!
So sorry for your loss , Kathy was a friend and class mate .
Prayers for her family and friends 🧡.
Kathy was beautiful inside and out. My friend/life sister for 48 years. She was always there for her family and friends. Your quick witt and sense of humor will be missed greatly. Love you and miss you already
Kathy was an absolute rock for the Fire Service. I will miss Kathy’s wondful and warm smile. Prayers for Kathy and her family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy was great woman and I know she will be missed.!
I’m shocked!
Just met her a few weeks ago while gathering info on one of our retiree’s who used to work at Clayton FD. She remembered him and told me a couple stories!
Such a sweet, dedicated lady! A true professional! Rest easy ma’am, we’ve got it from here.
I worked with Kathy at the City of Clayton for a few years. She was a character.
We laughed and we cried and we cried laughing, together for my 23 years of your 39 years. I will surely miss you. Rest in Peace my friend. Rita Smith – City of Clayton
She was such a good and loyal friend. I loved her and will miss the opportunity to call her and just say hi.
I’ve known Kathy for over 40 years. We used to work together at St. Mary Hospital in Quincy, IL. We just had lunch together a couple weeks ago. I was so shocked to hear she has passed. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a great love of life and a deep love for her family, friends; and co-workers. She will be dearly missed. Deepest condolences. Her memory will always be a blessing.
Kathy dedicated nearly 40 years of unwavering service to the city of Clayton as the Administrative Specialist for our Fire Department. She also served for more than 20 years on our Non-Uniformed Employee Retirement Fund Board. Her impact will be felt for many years through the lives she touched. Kathy will be missed by everyone at the city as well as the whole Clayton community.
Michelle Harris, Mayor, City of Clayton
Kathy, you were such a sweet soul. Thank you for your dedication to the fire service and being the fire department “mom.” You loved each and every one of them like your own. I know you’ll continue keeping watch from your new post. 💙
Her passing is a shock. She was one of the first Clayton employees to greet me when I first started working for Clayton back in 94. She was a great listener and the best hugger. I’ll always remember her.
We are remembering Kathy as she walked the halls of St. Mary Hospital leaving her footprints on the St. Mary Hospital legacy.
The St. Mary Hospital Community extends our deepest sympathy to Kathy’s family, friends and co-workers.
St. Mary Hospital Community