In loving memory of

Robert W. "Bob" Brinker
July 1, 1936 - January 6, 2017

Robert Wayne Brinker, 80, of Maquoketa passed away on January 6, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family. He had many specials nicknames, including Bobby, Ringtail, Poppa Ringtail, Poppa Balloon, Papa Binker but most knew him as just Bob.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 13, 2017,at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, January 12, 2017, at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Bridgeport Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.

Bob was born on July 1, 1936 in rural Maquoketa, Iowa, to Carl Henry and Zelma Agnes (Van Hook) Brinker. He was educated at Stoney Point Country School where he graduated from 8th grade. It was at that point his dad gave him the choice of going onto high school or his dad would buy him a tractor. Bob chose the tractor and began his lifelong career as a farmer. Later on in his farm career he was a salesman for DeKalb seed corn for 25 years. In 1993, he started Bob Brinker Construction and Overhead Doors, a business he operated until present. Bob made many friends along the way.

Bob married the love of his life, Phyllis Joyce Ostert, on December 23, 1956 at the First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, a 60th anniversary milestone he was especially proud of. To this union five children were born: Deb, Phillip, Barb, Linda and Kim.Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing for Catfish, playing cards and telling stories. He especially loved spending time with his family.

Those left to honor Bob's memory include his wife, Phyllis Brinker of Maquoketa, IA; children Deb (Greg) Sieverding of Bellevue, IA, Phillip (Margie) Brinker of Maquoketa, IA, Linda (special friend Ronnie Protz) Portz ofClinton, WI, and Kim (Tony) Schulte of Oxford, IA; 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Billy Brinker and Karl Vohringer, and a daughter Barb Gebhart.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Robert W. "Bob" Brinker memorial fund has been established.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Tributes

Gracie D'Agostino wrote on Jan 30, 2017:

"My condolences to Phyllis and the family. My name is Gracie I work for the Genie/Overhead Door Company in Ohio I loved talking with Bob when he would call in to order parts or ask a question. I will miss our talks. "

David Edwards Jr wrote on Jan 22, 2017:

"My condolences to the entire Brinker family. This is JR, old neighbor kid down the road late 70s/early 80s. I used to love going to see Bob and his family as a boy. My fondest memory is fishing with Bob and my father Dub. Such a nice man. My prayers are with you all."

bettylou411@yahoo.com wrote on Jan 14, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May God hold you near during your time of sorrow. Lindy Wohlgamuth"

Corby and Kim Miller wrote on Jan 14, 2017:

"My sympathies to the Brinker family "

Corby and Kim Miller wrote on Jan 14, 2017:

"My sympathies to the Brinker family. "

Tim Eggers wrote on Jan 12, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy to the family. What a great guy. They don't come any better than him!"

Bob Eggers wrote on Jan 12, 2017:

"My condolences to all the family for Bob, I enjoyed all my visits with Bob from the DeKalb days to the buying and fixing the garage doors, wish there were more like him! Bob Eggers "

Julie Fonck--Ronald Howell wrote on Jan 12, 2017:

"I worked with his daughter Deb, and through her I met him, to find out later he was a friend of my Dad's and has helped Dad with a few of his doors, Dad (Ronald Howell) spoke very highly of Bob. As I talked with Deb and met her Dad it occurred to me how fortunate we both were to have such a wonderful family. The ones we Love...live on in our hearts forever."

Janet Koehler wrote on Jan 11, 2017:

"Bob was an inspiration when it came to the "Keeping going and Doing" no matter how he felt and what the job was. He was always ready to come and fix what was broken, or build something that was needed. He was a hard worker. trusted businessman, and a good friend. I'm honored to have known him ..."

ljmamtarc@cableone.net wrote on Jan 9, 2017:

"Condolences to Robert's family, sorry for your loss.. I would appreciate hearing from any one of the family, who will e-maIl (OR WRITE TO ME) , my postal address is, ''MAX MOELLER, 901 SOUTH 3RD. AVE. SAFFORD, AZ. 85546-2446.""

Heidi & Bryon Hicks wrote on Jan 9, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy to the family. Bob was always so friendly. He will be missed by many for sure. "

Deb Van Dorn wrote on Jan 9, 2017:

"I'll never ever forget Bob taking me to the hospital in the snow when I went into labor with Crystal. He was so nervous he dropped me off at the emergency and left. He always had a happy nature about him. I'm so sorry for your loss."

Ken and Chris Weuste wrote on Jan 9, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family and friends. May the Lord give you His peace and comfort. Peace to you, Ken and Chris Weuste"

Tracey Sieverding wrote on Jan 9, 2017:

"Although he left us with many great memories and will be missed for many more reasons than can be named. I personally will miss my annual birthday call. Whether it was the traditional HappyBirthday or the "monkey" version, it always made me feel special for him to take the time to call every year and sing to me and the same for Race. I missed his first call this year and before I could call back for the live version, he left me a message singing to me which I still have and will be able to cherish in the years to come. I'm thankful to have been blessed with a Papa as amazing & loving as Papa Binker. All Our Love Papa, "Your" Tracey and "George"(Race)"