Memories of Bob Brooks pour in from Iowa sports figures, media

With a career that spanned more than six decades and all levels of sports, Bob Brooks made an impression on countless Iowa athletes, media and fans.

After his death at the age of 89 Saturday, the depth of that impact could be felt on Twitter, where tributes and stories were told by hundreds.

This is far from a complete list, and there will be many more stories to come, but here is a collection of a few University of Iowa and Cedar Rapids sports figures and media who took time to remember Brooksie.

Hawkeyes

Bob Brooks was a special human being. We will miss him.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was a special human being. We will miss him.

— Brian Ferentz (@CoachBFerentz)

RIP to an Iowa legend Bob Brooks. It was honor to work with him over my 4 years.June 26, 2016

RIP to an Iowa legend Bob Brooks. It was honor to work with him over my 4 years.

— Aaron White (@Aaron_White30)

Bob Brooks was a great dude. Sad to see he passed away. You knew you were talking with a legend when he interviewed and it was an honor.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was a great dude. Sad to see he passed away. You knew you were talking with a legend when he interviewed and it was an honor.

— Pat Angerer (@PAngererUSA)

So much quality time with Brooksie on Big Ten road trips. Very kind. Always a suit and tie. June 26, 2016

So much quality time with Brooksie on Big Ten road trips. Very kind. Always a suit and tie. https://t.co/IHIe2pJUdS

— Jess Settles (@BTNJessSettles)

Rip Bob Brooks, he was a great guy and a great reporter always had love for Bob June 26, 2016

Rip Bob Brooks, he was a great guy and a great reporter always had love for Bob #gohawks #rememberBob

— Marvin McNutt (@McNutt7wr)

Rest Easy Bob Brooks!! Forever a Hawk, Forever a Legend!! June 26, 2016

Rest Easy Bob Brooks!! Forever a Hawk, Forever a Legend!! #OnceAHawk #LegendsLiveOn

— K. Martin-Manley (@KMM_11)

Saddened to hear about the passing of Bob Brooks. He will be missed. RIP Brooksie.June 26, 2016

Saddened to hear about the passing of Bob Brooks. He will be missed. RIP Brooksie.

— LeVar Woods (@LeVarWoods)

The loss of legend Bob Brooks deeply saddens me! I loved doing post game interviews with him and his old school recorder. June 26, 2016

The loss of legend Bob Brooks deeply saddens me! I loved doing post game interviews with him and his old school recorder. #Hawkeyes

— Duez Henderson (@DuezHenderson)

I'll always remember Bob Brooks sprinting the length of the field after "The Catch" at the Capitol One Bowl. Iowa was lucky to have him.June 26, 2016

I'll always remember Bob Brooks sprinting the length of the field after "The Catch" at the Capitol One Bowl. Iowa was lucky to have him.

— Tyler Luebke (@TylerLuebke)

Rest in peace to Bob Brooks. A great reporter and a fair man.June 26, 2016

Rest in peace to Bob Brooks. A great reporter and a fair man.

— Adrian Clayborn (@AJaClay)

The most memorable/honorable interview my college career was from Bob Brooks at my first Insight Bowl. Man was a legend. Lost a legend. RIPJune 26, 2016

The most memorable/honorable interview my college career was from Bob Brooks at my first Insight Bowl. Man was a legend. Lost a legend. RIP

— Casey Kreiter (@caseykreiter)

Great reporter wanted 2 hear his opinion on current Hawk players&teams R.I.P Bob Brooks June 26, 2016

Great reporter wanted 2 hear his opinion on current Hawk players&teams R.I.P Bob Brooks #Hawkeyepride #Hawkeyenation pic.twitter.com/jEPGaUbDWS

— Fred Russell (@Freddyballa2)

RIP to Bob Brooks an Iowa legend. He was a great broadcaster and a better person.June 26, 2016

RIP to Bob Brooks an Iowa legend. He was a great broadcaster and a better person.

— Kirk Speraw (@KirkSperaw)

RIP to a great family friend and an Iowa legend. We love you Brooksie and will miss you! June 26, 2016

RIP to a great family friend and an Iowa legend. We love you Brooksie and will miss you! https://t.co/wnt725Dz0X

— Ryan Luehrsmann (@RyanLuehrsmann)

Saddened to hear of the passing of legendary Hawkeye, Bob Brooks.June 26, 2016

Saddened to hear of the passing of legendary Hawkeye, Bob Brooks.#Friend#OldSchool#TheTapeRecorder pic.twitter.com/wqC9Lq87iw

— AJ Blazek (@CoachBlaz)

#BlackAndGold

Bob Brooks. Simply the best. Always asked about James and Jake Morris. Both boys enjoyed him. A true gentleman.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks. Simply the best. Always asked about James and Jake Morris. Both boys enjoyed him. A true gentleman.

— Greg Morris (@shoeguyiowa)

Hawkeye fans and family lost a great one. RIP Bob Brooks.June 26, 2016

Hawkeye fans and family lost a great one. RIP Bob Brooks.

— Greg Lansing (@CoachLansing)

June 26, 2016

#RIP Bob Brooks. #hawkeyenation has lost a #Legend. So sad to hear this news. I always enjoyed… https://t.co/yIiEZe0UmE

— Albert Young (@adotyoung)

Bob Brooks was one of the good guys. Best to be ever do itJune 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was one of the good guys. Best to be ever do it

— Brandon Myers (@myersb83)

Bob Brooks will be missed. Loved listening to his stories, incredible memory, legendary voice & true gentleman! June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks will be missed. Loved listening to his stories, incredible memory, legendary voice & true gentleman! pic.twitter.com/hkaAQ6W6JM

— Chris Doyle (@coach_Doyle)

RIP Bob Brooks. I'll never forget his huge tape recorder and legendary voice. Big loss for Iowa fans.June 26, 2016

RIP Bob Brooks. I'll never forget his huge tape recorder and legendary voice. Big loss for Iowa fans.

— Scott Chandler (@scottchandler84)

Sad news today. Bob Brooks was a first class June 26, 2016

Sad news today. Bob Brooks was a first class #Hawkeye and more importantly a first class human being. I'll never forget our interviews.

— Andy Brodell (@AndyBrodell)

Honored that my boys got to meet the legendary Bob Brooks last year. RIP Mr. Brooks. June 26, 2016

Honored that my boys got to meet the legendary Bob Brooks last year. RIP Mr. Brooks. pic.twitter.com/2QW6jRqTGN

— Dan Paulsen (@PaulsenDan)

We will miss you, Bob Brooks. Always a pleasure spending time with you. All-time great. June 26, 2016

We will miss you, Bob Brooks. Always a pleasure spending time with you. All-time great. #hawkeyelegend

— Luke Recker (@lukerecker24)

 

Eastern Iowa Sports

My heart aches at the passing of the legendary Bob Brooks. Such an honor to have known him. A true gentleman, ... June 26, 2016

My heart aches at the passing of the legendary Bob Brooks. Such an honor to have known him. A true gentleman, ... https://t.co/SsFLK82Qnl

— Zach Johnson (@ZachJohnsonPGA)

June 26, 2016

@ScottDochterman @Hawkeyelefty Bob Brooks interviewing @ZachJohnsonPGA at his charity golf tournament last year. pic.twitter.com/t0NyRDBsB2

— Chris Frye (@fritzc3)

I think June 26, 2016

I think @ZachJohnsonPGA was as excited to hold 'The Recorder' as Bob was to hold the Claret Jug. #RIPBrooksy pic.twitter.com/KXUduEFOIh

— Brian Ray (@HawkeyeBRay)

RIP to Iowa sports legend Bob Brooks. It was an honor to call him a friend. June 26, 2016

RIP to Iowa sports legend Bob Brooks. It was an honor to call him a friend. #truepro #class

— Coach McDermott (@cucoachmac)

Bob Brooks heckled me reffing a NL AAU basketball tourney, and also bought me a beer at a Madison hotel bar in 2003. That guy was a dude.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks heckled me reffing a NL AAU basketball tourney, and also bought me a beer at a Madison hotel bar in 2003. That guy was a dude.

— Jared Collum (@CoachCollum94)

Our thoughts with the Brooks family. Iowa lost a legend in Bob Brooks today. We always enjoyed having him on campus! June 26, 2016

Our thoughts with the Brooks family. Iowa lost a legend in Bob Brooks today. We always enjoyed having him on campus! pic.twitter.com/TStTlZ5dfn

— Coe Athletics (@CoeAthletics)

Rest in Peace to legendary Iowa Broadcaster and great RoughRiders friend and supporter, Bob Brooks. June 26, 2016

Rest in Peace to legendary Iowa Broadcaster and great RoughRiders friend and supporter, Bob Brooks. pic.twitter.com/IMcCYKwdvW

— CR RoughRiders (@RidertownUSA)

RIP Bob Brooks, former CR Board of Directors member and broadcaster; Thoughts, prayers and best wishes to the entire Brooks family...June 26, 2016

RIP Bob Brooks, former CR Board of Directors member and broadcaster; Thoughts, prayers and best wishes to the entire Brooks family...

— Cedar Rapids Kernels (@CRKernels)

I'll never forget the time Bob Brooks called me after Jose Canseco canceled an interview on him. He had such a great sense of humor.June 26, 2016

I'll never forget the time Bob Brooks called me after Jose Canseco canceled an interview on him. He had such a great sense of humor.

— Ryne George (@RyneGeorge)

Washington Warriors will greatly miss Bob Brooks!High School sports NEVER had BETTER FRIEND!Bob & Susie entering our gym was always special!June 26, 2016

Washington Warriors will greatly miss Bob Brooks!High School sports NEVER had BETTER FRIEND!Bob & Susie entering our gym was always special!

— Dr. Ralph Plagman (@DrPlagman)

Heartfelt sympathy and many prayers to the family of Cedar Rapids legend Bob Brooks. June 26, 2016

Heartfelt sympathy and many prayers to the family of Cedar Rapids legend Bob Brooks. #RIP

— Tom Keating (@phillyboy14)

One of my favorite things was to bring our JFK athletes to meet with Bob Brooks, introducing them to him. After interview they understood!June 26, 2016

One of my favorite things was to bring our JFK athletes to meet with Bob Brooks, introducing them to him. After interview they understood!

— Kennedy (@CRCougars)

Sad news of the passing of the voice of Cedar Rapids HS football- Bob Brooks. Truly an Iowa sports icon. June 26, 2016

Sad news of the passing of the voice of Cedar Rapids HS football- Bob Brooks. Truly an Iowa sports icon. pic.twitter.com/n4XR6XoZZK

— CR Kennedy Football (@CRKFootball)

RIP Bob Brooks. Getting the chance to chat with him was something you don't forget. He had countless stories and endless passion for Iowa.June 26, 2016

RIP Bob Brooks. Getting the chance to chat with him was something you don't forget. He had countless stories and endless passion for Iowa.

— BJ Hermsen (@bjhermsen12)

I listened to the Hawkeyes through the voice of Bob Brooks, Jim Zabel, and Ron Gonder growing up in Lone Tree June 26, 2016

I listened to the Hawkeyes through the voice of Bob Brooks, Jim Zabel, and Ron Gonder growing up in Lone Tree #RIP https://t.co/ovMqjrLNqv

— Steve Forbes (@ForbesETSUhoops)

 

Media

In a convo about Bob 3 wks ago, Kirk Ferentz says is "now that's a legend." Listened to Bob on 1st day at Iowa in 81 June 26, 2016

In a convo about Bob 3 wks ago, Kirk Ferentz says is "now that's a legend." Listened to Bob on 1st day at Iowa in 81 pic.twitter.com/ojLtGxmVBm

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)

The Iowa press box will never be the same without Brooksie. June 26, 2016

The Iowa press box will never be the same without Brooksie. pic.twitter.com/s30qhAzLWb

— Tom Kakert (@HawkeyeReport)

I remember sitting with Bob a few others at a hotel in Lafayette, Ind., the night before an Iowa-Purdue MBB game. Bob buys me a beer ...June 26, 2016

I remember sitting with Bob a few others at a hotel in Lafayette, Ind., the night before an Iowa-Purdue MBB game. Bob buys me a beer ...

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)

... and everybody wants to leave. Then Bob goes "we're going to finish our drinks before we leave." I have a beer and he has a Manhattan.June 26, 2016

... and everybody wants to leave. Then Bob goes "we're going to finish our drinks before we leave." I have a beer and he has a Manhattan.

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)

Never forget when Michigan played at Iowa in 2009, and QB Tate Forcier was KO'd. Michigan media ask a tons of ?s, which they should, and ...June 26, 2016

Never forget when Michigan played at Iowa in 2009, and QB Tate Forcier was KO'd. Michigan media ask a tons of ?s, which they should, and ...

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)

... Bob kind of pipes to Rich Rodriguez, "What do you think about the Hawks?" maybe the 3rd question of his presser. Still kind of laugh.June 26, 2016

... Bob kind of pipes to Rich Rodriguez, "What do you think about the Hawks?" maybe the 3rd question of his presser. Still kind of laugh.

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)

My grandpa always said Bob Brooks was the best broadcaster in Iowa. Even nicer person. June 26, 2016

My grandpa always said Bob Brooks was the best broadcaster in Iowa. Even nicer person. pic.twitter.com/DfLcy3UIql

— Chris Hassel (@hasselESPN)

RIP to an Iowa legend.

Longtime Iowa broadcaster Bob Brooks passed away today at the age of 89. One of the nicest men I've ever known. RIP. June 26, 2016

Longtime Iowa broadcaster Bob Brooks passed away today at the age of 89. One of the nicest men I've ever known. RIP. pic.twitter.com/t42PKqmY7p

— Andy Garman (@GarmanSports)

Bob Brooks. I am at a loss for words, strangely.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks. I am at a loss for words, strangely.

— Mark Dukes (@mark_dukes)

Let me tell you facts about Iowa sports broadcasting .both the now late greats Bob Brooks and Jim Zabel could hold their own with anyone.June 26, 2016

Let me tell you facts about Iowa sports broadcasting .both the now late greats Bob Brooks and Jim Zabel could hold their own with anyone.

— chuck swirsky (@ctsbulls)

We lost a true legend tonight. One of my mentors in broadcasting and in life. It was an honor to know him & work with him. RIP BrooksieJune 26, 2016

We lost a true legend tonight. One of my mentors in broadcasting and in life. It was an honor to know him & work with him. RIP Brooksie

— Scott Unash (@ScottUnash)

400+ miles away, I do my best to say an unscripted goodbye to Bob Brooks - my mentor and friend: June 26, 2016

400+ miles away, I do my best to say an unscripted goodbye to Bob Brooks - my mentor and friend: https://t.co/vmqWlvsMBx

— Mitch Fick (@MCFick)

1) One of my favorite Bob Brooks memories came on the elevator ride down to the locker room after Iowa's 6-4 win at Penn State in 2004.June 26, 2016

1) One of my favorite Bob Brooks memories came on the elevator ride down to the locker room after Iowa's 6-4 win at Penn State in 2004.

— Andy Hamilton (@Andy_Hamilton)

2) I asked Mr. Brooks if he'd ever seen an Iowa game like that. Without hesitating, he says, "Yeah, in 1939 I watched them beat Purdue 4-0."June 26, 2016

2) I asked Mr. Brooks if he'd ever seen an Iowa game like that. Without hesitating, he says, "Yeah, in 1939 I watched them beat Purdue 4-0."

— Andy Hamilton (@Andy_Hamilton)

Radio legend Bob Brooks attended Iowa's first Rose Bowl in 1957 and its most recent in 2016. Quite a career. June 26, 2016

Radio legend Bob Brooks attended Iowa's first Rose Bowl in 1957 and its most recent in 2016. Quite a career. #RIP

— Chad Leistikow (@ChadLeistikow)

I last saw Brooksie at the spring game at Kinnick Stadium....The same stadium where he watched Nile Kinnick play as a youngster.June 26, 2016

I last saw Brooksie at the spring game at Kinnick Stadium....The same stadium where he watched Nile Kinnick play as a youngster.

— Rick Brown (@ByRickBrown)

Remember Hoiberg walking past Brooksie after the ISU game a few years ago and asking him if he got a new recorder. Thing was as old as Bob.June 26, 2016

Remember Hoiberg walking past Brooksie after the ISU game a few years ago and asking him if he got a new recorder. Thing was as old as Bob.

— Tommy Birch (@TommyBirch)

Aw man. RIP Brooksie. Not sure if there has ever been anyone wholly outside the athletics program more influential.June 26, 2016

Aw man. RIP Brooksie. Not sure if there has ever been anyone wholly outside the athletics program more influential.

— Patrick Vint (@HS_BHGP)

Bob Brooks memory: at the Rose Bowl this Jan. and went to go sit down by myself and eat lunch. Bob waves me over to sit with him. June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks memory: at the Rose Bowl this Jan. and went to go sit down by myself and eat lunch. Bob waves me over to sit with him. #BobBrooks

— Scott Westerberg (@ScottWesterberg)

Sad to hear about our state's loss in Bob Brooks. Was always an honor when he'd come to Ames & be 1st to ask a Q at a presser. A treasure.June 26, 2016

Sad to hear about our state's loss in Bob Brooks. Was always an honor when he'd come to Ames & be 1st to ask a Q at a presser. A treasure.

— Chris Williams (@ChrisMWilliams)

Bob Brooks was one of the nicest human beings I have ever encountered. I'm in tears in right now.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was one of the nicest human beings I have ever encountered. I'm in tears in right now.

— Brendan Stiles (@thebstiles)

Bob Brooks literally got to spend every day of his life doing what he loved. I mean, how great is that? He was an amazing man. June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks literally got to spend every day of his life doing what he loved. I mean, how great is that? He was an amazing man. #Hawkeyes

— Brendan Stiles (@thebstiles)

Feels empty right now and will feel that way forever on the Hawkeye beat because you don't replace Bob Brooks. A once-in-a-lifetime gift.June 26, 2016

Feels empty right now and will feel that way forever on the Hawkeye beat because you don't replace Bob Brooks. A once-in-a-lifetime gift.

— Pat Harty (@PatHarty)

I remember a conversation in which Bob Brooks compared the speed and running styles of Willie Fleming and Tavian Banks. Bob saw it all.June 26, 2016

I remember a conversation in which Bob Brooks compared the speed and running styles of Willie Fleming and Tavian Banks. Bob saw it all.

— Pat Harty (@PatHarty)

I can honestly say Bob Brooks is the only journalist I have ever met/will ever meet who has told me a story about covering a hanging.June 26, 2016

I can honestly say Bob Brooks is the only journalist I have ever met/will ever meet who has told me a story about covering a hanging.

— Tommy Lang (@tommylang1630)

Every time I saw Bob Brooks and his giant tape recorder, I thought "Boy, I hope I can love this as much as he does."June 26, 2016

Every time I saw Bob Brooks and his giant tape recorder, I thought "Boy, I hope I can love this as much as he does."

— Ross Eberhart (@rossobs)

A final tip of the fedora to Bob Brooks. A legend.June 26, 2016

A final tip of the fedora to Bob Brooks. A legend.

— Jesse Gavin (@JesseGavin1)

Another fan of "The Recorder" used by Bob Brooks was Pat Narduzzi last season who lit up with a big smile and called it old school.June 26, 2016

Another fan of "The Recorder" used by Bob Brooks was Pat Narduzzi last season who lit up with a big smile and called it old school.

— Derek Young (@DYoungScout)

Mind you, Pat Narduzzi was still able to appreciate the legend and greatness of Bob Brooks even after a last second field goal loss.June 26, 2016

Mind you, Pat Narduzzi was still able to appreciate the legend and greatness of Bob Brooks even after a last second field goal loss.

— Derek Young (@DYoungScout)

I didn't know Bob Brooks, but his giant 1970s tape recorder was a highlight of every press conference I covered at Iowa.June 26, 2016

I didn't know Bob Brooks, but his giant 1970s tape recorder was a highlight of every press conference I covered at Iowa.

— Kevin Trahan (@k_trahan)

RIP to Hawkeye broadcasting legend Bob Brooks, whose career spanned almost seven decades. Amazing pro. June 26, 2016

RIP to Hawkeye broadcasting legend Bob Brooks, whose career spanned almost seven decades. Amazing pro. pic.twitter.com/LXsO4HvjtB

— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas)

They don't make 'em like this anymore, folks: June 26, 2016

They don't make 'em like this anymore, folks: pic.twitter.com/yLB5wr5Oea

— Mike Hlas (@Hlas)

So sad to hear about the passing of a legend. RIP Bob Brooks, one of the most genuine, caring people you will ever meet.June 26, 2016

So sad to hear about the passing of a legend. RIP Bob Brooks, one of the most genuine, caring people you will ever meet.

— Mark Woodley KWWL (@MarkWoodleyKWWL)

Rest in Peace, Bob Brooks. Everyone's Hall of Famer and a great Hawkeye. June 26, 2016

Rest in Peace, Bob Brooks. Everyone's Hall of Famer and a great Hawkeye. #Hawkeyes pic.twitter.com/4UWVm9v1x8

— Darren Miller (@Darren_D_Miller)

I always enjoyed watching Bob Brooks and Kirk Ferentz have a conversation because they both had so much mutual respect and admiration.June 26, 2016

I always enjoyed watching Bob Brooks and Kirk Ferentz have a conversation because they both had so much mutual respect and admiration.

— Pat Harty (@PatHarty)

Bob Brooks was there for the first baseball game at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Not the reboot. The original Vets, calling the game in 1949.June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was there for the first baseball game at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Not the reboot. The original Vets, calling the game in 1949.

— K.J. Pilcher (@kjpilcher)

It should be noted that despite all the time Bob Brooks devoted to sports, he was happy to be a regular watching his grandkids compete.June 26, 2016

It should be noted that despite all the time Bob Brooks devoted to sports, he was happy to be a regular watching his grandkids compete.

— K.J. Pilcher (@kjpilcher)

This is one of the great pbp guys I grew up listening too. Rest in peace Bob Brooks. June 26, 2016

This is one of the great pbp guys I grew up listening too. Rest in peace Bob Brooks. #Legend #Respect pic.twitter.com/HSLSYgL0hI

— Gary Rima (@oprsportsguy)

I loved everything about Bob Brooks. Such a kind man who brought a smile to my face every time I saw him. June 26, 2016

I loved everything about Bob Brooks. Such a kind man who brought a smile to my face every time I saw him. https://t.co/qoM2v7OYI3 via

— KWQC Joey Donia (@KWQC_Joey)

Bob Brooks was an Iowa legend and always very kind to me personally. RIP BrooksieJune 26, 2016

Bob Brooks was an Iowa legend and always very kind to me personally. RIP Brooksie

— Darin Svenson (@Darinsvenson)

RIP Bob Brooks. Every time I interviewed Bob Brooks he thanked me. What a guy. June 26, 2016

RIP Bob Brooks. Every time I interviewed Bob Brooks he thanked me. What a guy. https://t.co/NyqWL7V35o

— Mark Carlson (@markwcarlson)

Beyond devastated to hear about the passing of Bob Brooks. Whoever you were, he had time for you. The world has lost a true gentleman.June 26, 2016

Beyond devastated to hear about the passing of Bob Brooks. Whoever you were, he had time for you. The world has lost a true gentleman.

— Jordan Loperena (@JLope34)

I had the pleasure of spending a small amount of time with Bob Brooks. He was a great, & fascinating man. Kinnick won't be the same.June 26, 2016

I had the pleasure of spending a small amount of time with Bob Brooks. He was a great, & fascinating man. Kinnick won't be the same.

— Tyler Tjelmeland (@TylerTjelmeland)

Sad to hear the passing of Bob Brooks, an Iowa legend. Will forever hear the voice of Brooksy asking Hayden Fry a press conference question.June 26, 2016

Sad to hear the passing of Bob Brooks, an Iowa legend. Will forever hear the voice of Brooksy asking Hayden Fry a press conference question.

— Wayne Drehs (@espnWD)

Bob Brooks will be missed. A true professional. June 26, 2016

Bob Brooks will be missed. A true professional. #hawkeyelegend pic.twitter.com/Ftq9cI8xkW

— Kory Kuffler (@kuff_sports)

I always enjoyed my conversations with Bob Brooks. Amazing career, right to the end and a very warm, friendly man. He'll be missed greatly.June 26, 2016

I always enjoyed my conversations with Bob Brooks. Amazing career, right to the end and a very warm, friendly man. He'll be missed greatly.

— John Walters (@JWcyclonestv)

I greatly admired Bob Brooks' passion and dedication for the radio profession. May we all find something we are so passionate about.June 26, 2016

I greatly admired Bob Brooks' passion and dedication for the radio profession. May we all find something we are so passionate about.

— Brent Blum (@brentblum)

I have nothing else to say, but thank you Bob Brooks for sharing 89 years with us. The few… June 26, 2016

I have nothing else to say, but thank you Bob Brooks for sharing 89 years with us. The few… https://t.co/4ZLRQodIRN

— Mark Freie (@MarkFreie)

Just watched the last play of the '05 Capital One Bowl just that I could see Bob Brooks sprinting around the field for old times sakes.June 26, 2016

Just watched the last play of the '05 Capital One Bowl just that I could see Bob Brooks sprinting around the field for old times sakes.

— Dylan Anderson (@danderson3495)

My heart aches tonight. Bob Brooks will be dearly missed by many. It was an honor getting to know you. Rest easy June 26, 2016

My heart aches tonight. Bob Brooks will be dearly missed by many. It was an honor getting to know you. Rest easy pic.twitter.com/GO3jPsotKP

— Ashley Davis (@KWQCAshley)

We all wanna be that old cat who just hustled, got the respect of his peers and became a legend. That's the impression I got from Bob BrooksJune 26, 2016

We all wanna be that old cat who just hustled, got the respect of his peers and became a legend. That's the impression I got from Bob Brooks

— Andrew Kulha (@TodaysUAndrew)

We have lost another legend. Bob Brooks, legendary Iowa broadcaster. Great gentleman!!! RIPJune 26, 2016

We have lost another legend. Bob Brooks, legendary Iowa broadcaster. Great gentleman!!! RIP

— Glen Mason (@BTNGlenMason)

RIP to June 26, 2016

RIP to #Iowa media legend Bob Brooks. I hope he's buried with that famous 1940s style tape recorder.

— Chuck Blount (@chuck_blount)

Iowa has lost a legend as Bob Brooks has passed away. He was a gentleman and treated everyone 1ST Class. Memory was long and sharp.June 26, 2016

Iowa has lost a legend as Bob Brooks has passed away. He was a gentleman and treated everyone 1ST Class. Memory was long and sharp.#qczone

— Brian Stocking (@BrianStocking)

Sad to hear of passing of legendary Iowa radio voice Bob Brooks. One of the nicest media I ever met & a true June 26, 2016

Sad to hear of passing of legendary Iowa radio voice Bob Brooks. One of the nicest media I ever met & a true #B1G institution.

— Scott Chipman (@BScottChipman)

Even Brooksie had to go through security before the 2010 Orange Bowl. Always had a coat, tie, usually a fedora June 26, 2016

Even Brooksie had to go through security before the 2010 Orange Bowl. Always had a coat, tie, usually a fedora pic.twitter.com/2GW19Kuh3w

— Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman)