MCFARLAND - Brooks Michael Manzeck, age 4, of McFarland, Wis., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, surrounded by his dad, mom, and big brother.

Brooks was born on May 23, 2018, to Christopher and Kelly (Eickert) Manzeck in Madison, Wis. The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Brooks. With his beloved raccoon in tow, Brooks filled his days swinging in the backyard, driving his blue tractor around the block, and taking bike rides or walks to keep tabs on the neighborhood and progress being made at nearby construction sites. He loved squishies, stickers, playdoh, building LEGO, reading, and making sure his big brother followed the rules. His larger-than-life personality and animated giggle were contagious.

Brooks will forever be remembered and loved by his parents, Christopher and Kelly; his big brother, Grayson; paternal grandparents, Mark and Ann Manzeck; maternal grandparents, Gregg and Sheri Eickert; many aunts, uncles and cousins; paternal great-grandparents, Herman and Donna Manzeck; maternal great-grandparents, Robert Eickert, and Alex and Elaine Lau; and numerous extended family members and friends who loved him deeply. He was preceded in death by his paternal great-grandparents, John and Barbara Boehm; and maternal great-grandmother, Dolores Eickert.

Brooks, you proved for so long that you could do hard things. We hope the rest of your days are much easier - filled with treats for breakfast, tractor rides near construction sites, Target runs, and endless squishies and water-in-a-can. Our hearts hurt, but we find joy knowing that you’re now with the One who loves you so much more than we ever could. Love, Dad, Mom & Gray.

Brooks’ family would like to thank the staff of American Family Children’s Hospital and Agrace HospiceCare for the incredible care they provided him and his entire family.

A memorial service will be held at ST. ANDREW LUTHERAN CHURCH, 6815 Schneider Rd., Middleton, at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022. A visitation will be held at the church from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Family Children’s Hospital or to Agrace HospiceCare in Brooks’ name. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Brooks M. Manzeck

May 23, 2018 - July 13, 2022

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