Louise E. Tookes, [74] - Affectionately called "Missy" by everyone was born; November 20, 1941 to the late Willie Early and Lula Jackson-Early, in Ocala, Fl, where she enjoyed a very happy childhood. In 1947 she moved to Jacksonville, Florida as a young child where she lived a full and vibrant life. Growing up in a devote Christian home, she accepted Christ at an early age and served God faithfully.

Upon finishing school and becoming an adult, Louise began to work, and raise a strong loving family.

Proceeding her in death are; her parents, sister: Sarah Early, brothers: James-Albert Early, Levon Early, son: Leon Early, grandson: Kendrick Early.

"Missy" was blessed to find love and to marry her dutiful husband' Milton C. Tooks in 1977. Missy and Bo raised a great blended family that love each other dearly. They enjoyed many years together until her death, and together had a unique zest for life and serving God. Sister Tookes worked diligently as the Housekeeping Supervisor at Methodist Medical Center for over 25 years. She then retired and soon after became known as the "decorator" and Mother of In The Ring With Christ Baptist Church Flower arranging was the one thing she enjoyed most and she her church was her favorite canvas for her craft. Still this was just one of many catalysts she used to touch the lives family members, neighbors and friends as well. She also took such joy in being a giving woman and helping anyone that crossed her path. Her home; where she loved cooking large meals, was always open to everyone; friends, family, and neighbors alike.

On Wednesday July 27, 2016, God saw fit to call Sister Louise home in perfect peace. She leaves to cherish her loving memory; aunt: Carrie-Lee Coe, husband: Milton C. Tookes, sons: Dwayne Early (Barbara), Reginald Early, Wendell D. Early (Latesa), daughter: Kimberly M. Bell (Portchus), son: Curtis Tookes, Terrence Tookes, Malissa Tookes, grandchildren: Tamara Early, LaWanda Jones, Gerren Jones, Rodrick Davis, Dwayne Early Jr. Levon Early II, Antonio Mills, Aaron Counts Jr., Keisha Hopkins, Andrea Tookes-Jordan, Jartavius Lundell, Jaylen R. Early, great-grand children: Kaimya-Siphoni Michelle Davis, Maliayah Thomas, Kayla Monroe- Thomas, Monica Tookes, nieces: Deloris Williams (James), Lisa Early, TrieseAnne Early, and a host of cousins, friends and neighbors.
Sister Louise E. Tooks will be deeply missed by all

"Servant of God, well done! Rest from thy loved employ; The battle fought, the victory won, Enter thy Master's joy. A voice at midnight came; She started up to hear; A mortal arrow pierced her frame: She fell, but felt no fear. Oh Soldier of Christ, well done! Praise be thy New Employ; And while these ages wane, rest in thy Savior's Joy."

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7