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 will be accorded, and a service will be held at a later date.
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.
