Brent Daryl Brinkman

May 19, 1951 ~
January 16, 2022

Brent Daryl Brinkman, age 70, of Wyoming, was called home to be with his heavenly father on Sunday, January 16, 2022. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Beryl Brinkman; and his grandparents. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 45 years, Karen Brinkman; children, Jeff Brinkman, Jeanie and Scott Smith; grandson, Trevor Smith; siblings, Brad and Karen Brinkman, Barbara Clark, Bev and Jeff Schweitzer; many nieces and nephews; extended family and friends. Brent was born and raised in Lansing, Illinois. He loved watching his grandson play baseball and football, enjoyed golfing, and loved watching the Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs. Brent worked for many years and retired from Cracker Barrel where he made many friends. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2022, 2 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Rev. Adam Peck officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Juvenile Diabetes and Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Research.

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January 24, 2022 4:27pm
My condolences to Karen and family. Though we haven't been in contact in recent years, I still consider my friendship with Brent as one of the best of my life.

- Mark Feigenbaum

January 18, 2022 3:45pm
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My God give you peace and comfort.

- Kathy Gifford Ponziano

January 18, 2022 9:51am
Jeff, Karen, and family…. Brent was a good man, always. My condolences go out for all of you for your loss….May God bless you.

- Libby (Durfey) Demaree

January 17, 2022 6:56pm
Brent was a very dear friend. Curt and I will miss our game nights with Karen and Brent. Love you my friend- rest in peace!

- Tammy Daniels




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