Nancy Brooks

Nancy ( Presto ) Brooks, 79 f Auburn passed away peacefully, Mach 23, 2023 at SUNY Upstate Hospital in Syracuse.

  She was born in Auburn, the daughter of the late Joseph and Carrie (Bates) Presto. Nancy graduated from both Union Springs High School and RIT, with an bachelor’s degree in business. She previously worked for the Cayuga County Clerk’s office and more recently had been employed for more than 20 years by Lowe’s home improvement store. Nancy led a very private, simple life, enjoying the outdoors. She loved gardening, planting flowers and maintaining a beautiful yard and home. She also was an avid animal lover, having rescued several dogs over the years. She loved above everything else, her family and will be sadly missed by all of them.

  She is survived by her loving son, Michael Emmi, two granddaughters, Taylor and Filomena Emmi, a great- grandson Wyatt, a sister Anne, niece Robin and beloved canine friend Maggie.

   A private graveside service will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, at the convenience of the family.

     In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to the SPCA.

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