Brian Patrick “Bruiser” Root, 54, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:20 P.M. Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was born on October 14, 1971, in Danville, IL, the son of James and Patricia (Kane) Root. They survive in Hoopeston.
He is also survived by one sister, Laura (Marc) Olson of Littleton, CO; one brother, Kevin (Suzi) Root of Hoopeston, IL; and six nieces and nephews, Jack and Heather Olson of Wahpeton, ND, Sam Olson of Denver, CO, Karsen Root of Westfield, IN, Rhys Root of West Lafayette, IN, and Owen Root of Hoopeston, IL.
Brian was a carpenter. He loved to go fishing and was a Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He also enjoyed following Cornjerker athletics.
Cremation rites have been accorded, and visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The memorial service will follow the visitation and will begin at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, at the funeral home with Jack Olson officiating.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Brian to the Hoopeston Area Sports Boosters, C/O Hoopeston Area High School, 615 E. Orange St., Hoopeston, IL 60942.
Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Brian’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.
Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.
