NEWARK: Deanna L. (Eggleston) Crooks, 60, of Newark, NY, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at home surrounded by family after a long illness.
Deanna was born the daughter of Larry and Barbara Ann (Kreger) Eggleston on Monday, July 27, 1964, in Rochester, NY. Deanna attended the Wayne County School District and built her career working at various establishments in the Newark, NY area. She cherished family gatherings, enjoyed playing computer and card games, and had a passion for Hallmark Christmas movies, which she watched year-round.
Deanna will be remembered by her husband of almost twenty-five years, Terry Crooks of Newark, NY; a son, Paul Eggleston; a daughter Casandra (Gabriel) Cleveland of Cicero, NY; a son, John Crooks; and a daughter, Brittney Overton of Kentucky; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; her sisters Susan Mayhew of Sarasota, FL, and Wendy McDermott of Victor NY; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Deanna was predeceased by her mother, Barbra Eggleston in 2004; her daughters Amanda Chimber in 2021 and Rebecca Mosher in 2023.
The family will have a celebration of life at a date and time to be announced.
In memory of Deanna, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a cancer center of your own choice.
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