Brian Allan Middlebrooks

Brian Middlebrooks, 62, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Saginaw, passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021, at his home. Brian was born September 3, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, son of Robert and Connie (Porterfield) Middlebrooks. Brian was employed by the Soaring Eagle Casino for 25 years in the surveillance department. Some of his favorite pastimes were watching sports and both playing and refereeing basketball. He was very sociable, enjoyed grilling out, and just spending time with family and friends. He earned his bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Brian is survived by his daughter, Bryanha Middlebrooks of Mt. Pleasant; mother, Connie Middlebrooks of Saginaw; brother, Derek (Stephanie) Middlebrooks of Arkansas; nephew, Jacob Beechler of East Lansing; aunts, Lucille and Gwen Porterfield; uncle, Roy Porterfield; many other family members.    Brian was a father figure to Mayia Williams, Kevin Ricketts Jr., and Trynity Hoffman. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert. Brian's funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 5, at Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant with Dr. Desmon Daniel and Pastor Richard Jolliff co-officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Following the service, all are invited to a luncheon in Lincoln Reception Center (attached to the funeral home). Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Saginaw later in the afternoon. Memorial contributions may be made to wishes of family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.