NEODESHA — Adam Lane Brooks, 21, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Adam was born Aug. 4, 2004, in Chanute to Kevin Maher and Tiffany Brooks. He was a 2022 graduate of Fredonia High School.
Throughout school, Adam was active in sports. As a senior, he competed in basketball, powerlifting and multiple track and field events, with pole vault being his favorite. He loved the energy and camaraderie of team life, and staying active was simply part of who he was.
After high school, Adam continued his competitive spirit in a local men’s basketball league. He had an adventurous heart and a playful soul — fishing, relaxing with family animals to watch a funny movie, or diving into a new drawing. His artistic talent was unmistakable. Adam also had a strong passion for welding and was continuing his education in diesel mechanics, building a future defined by hard work and determination.
He especially loved game nights. Whether with family, best friends or both, he was often the first to reach for a deck of Uno cards or the dice for Farkle. Adam cherished bringing people together and turning ordinary evenings into lasting memories.
Above all, Adam treasured time with his children, Parker and Presleigh. Being their dad was his greatest joy.
Adam is survived by parents: Kevin and Courtney Maher, Lee’s Summit, Mo. Tiffany D. Karre, Fredonia. Children: Parker and Presleigh Brooks and their mother, Kayeleigh Cooper, Broken Arrow, Okla. Siblings: Brittney Karre, Topeka, Michael Karre, Fredonia, Natalee Karre, Fredonia, Fabien Billbe, Lee’s Summit, Mo. Jussiah Maher, Lee’s Summit, Mo. Brynlee Maher, Lee’s Summit, Mo. Maternal grandparents: Anita and Scott Bell, Fredonia, Allen Brooks, Chanute. Paternal grandparents: Tammy and Brian Cappello, Grandview, Mo. Denny and Janet Maher, Chanute. Special aunt and uncle: Missy and Austin Howard, Fredonia. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Adam was preceded in death by his infant child, “Cookie”; son, Kohen Brooks; girlfriend, Kylie Brooks; and maternal grandparents, Carol and Cary Bockover.
Cremation has been requested. A memorial service was held at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, at Christ Church of Neodesha.
Online condolences may be left at the funeral home website.
Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736.
