LEWISTON — Dawn J. Brooks, 60, of Pettengill Street died Sunday, July 25, at her home after a long illness.

She was born in Portland, Nov. 22, 1949, a daughter of Adam and Marian (McPhee) Sturtevant. She was educated in Portland, graduating from Deering High School, Class of 1969. She graduated from nursing school at Central Maine Medical Center and worked there for many years as a nurse. She also worked for TD Banknorth as a research clerk. Dawn married Gary L. Brooks in 1993.

Dawn was a member of The American Legion Post 153, Acme Club, and the Pastime Club. She enjoyed spending time at the family camp in Naples and crotchet.

She leaves her husband of 17 years, Gary Brooks of Auburn; her mother, Marian Sturtevant of Portland; a son, Michael Gagne of Auburn; a daughter, Melissa Gagne of Lewiston; a sister, Terri Allen of Gray; a brother, Adam Sturtevant of Gorham; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by an infant sister, Zane Sturtevant; her father, Adam Sturtevant; and another sister, Mary Ann Kelley.

You are invited to share your thoughts, condolences and fond memories with the Brooks family by visiting their guest book at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.