Brooks Strong

Brooks Strong was born in Owensboro, KY in 1945 to Mae and Charlie Strong. They moved to Ft Lauderdale, FL shortly after his birth and he remained there for 30 years. He spent most of his time fishing with his dad and grandfather. They taught him their trade and introduced him to the world of trucks and mechanics. Brooks served in the Army during Vietnam and worked in the motor pool. His future years as a mechanic led to his meeting his wife Lorri where they worked together in Hollywood, FL. They moved to Houston, TX in 1976 where Brooks began his lifelong dream of being an entrepreneur. His unique ability to see how things could work, that no one else could, led to his many inventions and more than 24 patents. He never stopped inventing and took an untold number of inventions with him. Over the years Brooks and his wife Lorri have created a remarkable manufacturing facility, Strong Industries. Coming to Texas with $200 he worked tirelessly to create several successful family businesses. He has employed hundreds of people and has been both a mentor and friend to many of his employees and customers. Brooks is loved and survived by his wife of 48 years Lorri; his son Grant; daughter Nicole; son in law Travis; their children, Taylor, Alex, Madison; Deceased son Kevin’s children, Blake, Brooks, Brayden; sister in law Audrey; sister Pat and brother Jay; and nieces and nephews. Brooks lived his name. He was strong of mind, body and conviction. He loved his family and was proud of them and the business he and Lorri built. Although he is no longer with us, his creations live on both in his family line and his many “Strong” product lines. Brooks was truly a force of nature who never stopped learning. The overwhelming support shown his family at this sad time is a testament of his far reaching influence and success in life. He was very proud of all his children's and wife’s accomplishments and knew he equipped them well to survive long after his passing. He leaves now with his devoted dog Toby, to join his son Kevin and rest in a well deserved peace. We love and miss you. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to The Wounded Warrior Project or a Veterans Program of your choice. Thank you.

Brooks Strong

July 27, 1945 - February 6, 2024