"I'm so sadden by the shoicking news.Shirley,I truly charish our visit on your back porch in Sept..My Love aand Prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May GOD put His arms around you and give you peace. Ariz.-RON ."
In loving memory of
Richard O. Brinkmeyer
March 18, 2015
Richard O. "Dick" Brinkmeyer, age 82, of Quincy, died Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at 6:30 pm in Good Samaritan Home.
Richard was born April 24, 1932 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Orien John and Meta Herren Brinkmeyer. He married Shirley Hauter on October 9, 1954 in St. James Lutheran Church in Quincy. She survives.
He graduated from Quincy High School in 1950. After high school Dick served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, where he and his wife lived in Germany for two years. He returned to Quincy to attend Gem City Business College.
Dick was employed at Electric Wheel for 25 years as a Purchasing Agent, before working part time as a realtor. He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, and Cedar Crest Country Club, where he was an avid golfer. In August, 2014 he went on a Honor Flight to Washington. Dick loved to travel, especially to Colorado and Arizona. He was a sports enthusiast who followed Blue Devil Basketball and St. Louis Cardinal Baseball.
In addition to his wife, Dick is survived by four children, Mark Brinkmeyer of Quincy, Jill (Ted) Adams of Quincy, Brian Brinkmeyer of Chesterfield, MO, and David (Michele) Brinkmeyer of Arnold, MO; two grandchildren, Rich (Erin) Adams and Ben (Sarah) Adams, both of Quincy; two step grandchildren, Sarah Bottila and Adam Bottila, both of Arnold, MO; a sister-in-law, Pat (Joe) Bibler of Arizona; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Robert Brinkmeyer, and two sisters in childhood.
Services: 10:30 am Monday, March 23, 2015 at St. James Lutheran Church, with Rev. Marlin Rempfer and Rev. Mike Fieberkorn officiating
Inurnment: Greenmount Cemetery with military rites
Visitation: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Sunday March 22, 2015 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: St. James Lutheran School or Great River Honor Flight
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Shirley and family, just ran across this sad news and wanted to pass along my thoughts and prayers. Hope you can find some peace after a time of mourning!"
"Dear Shirley and Family: We are sad to hear of Dick's passing-on. We remember all the good times we all enjoyed so many years ago and they are happy memories to be kept in our hearts... Sending Love from Our Family to You & All of Your Family."
"Dear Shirley and family, I wish I can be there to express my sincere sympathy. I will always remember the great times we use to have. May God Bless you and the family.....Love Patti and boys."
"My dear Shirley, You know if we were not in Florida I would be one of the first ones there to give you a hug! Just know that our thoughts and prayers are there with you and all of your family. I know that your faith will see you through this time of sadness and your memories will sustain you. Love, Margie"
"Aunt Shirl, Mark, Jill, Brian, David....wish we could attend the services...our thoughts & prayers are with you. Uncle Dick was special to us & we have many fond memories. God bless"
"Dear Shirley,Mark and family, We are very sorry for your loss. Mike always thought the world of Dick, appreciated his friendship. He was a great person and Mike has many good memories of the time they spent together."
"Dear Shirley, Mark, Jill, Brian and David, We are saddened by your loss and know the difficulty in saying 'good bye for now'. Know that you are comforted by the love of friends and family who have also been blessed in knowing Dick. Treasure those wonderful memories from a life time together. Blessings."
"Dear Shirley and all the family, Our thoughts and prayers have always been with you, but never more than at this time. May you experience the peace that only God can give as you seek His comfort and strength. We are very grateful for all the wonderful times shared with Dick, Love, Joe and Pat"
"Dear Shirley and Family, I've been thinking of you and praying for Dick during his health situation, as you know. It is difficult to lose a loved one, especially the one you have shared your life with for so many years. Through the support and comfort from family and friends, you will be able to get through each day with all the wonderful memories in your heart. You know I will not be able to attend Dick's service, but I'll be there with you in my thoughts and prayers and heart-felt blessings. My love to you and your family, Kay."
"Shirley, Mark, Jill and Ted, Brian, David and Michele, Oh, how our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! Uncle Dick will always have a special place in our hearts, and we are so grateful to know that we will be reunited with him in heaven, and to know that he passed away so peacefully. May each of you be comforted by the Holy Spirit and by the wonderful memories you have of such a special husband and father! Much love, Julie and Craig"
"Dear Brinkmeyer Family, Thinking of you and sending sincere condolences. Dick & Pat Wentura"
"Shirley, You are in out thoughts and prayers. God's peace, dear friend!"
"Dear Shirley, Mark, Jill, Brian, David and families, We were saddened to learn that Dick passed away. We send our sincere condolences, prayers and best wishes. We have good memories of sharing the same neighborhood for many years. God's Blessings!"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time."
"Dear Shirley and family, As you know we cannot be there to express our sincere sympathy in person and want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for all of you during this sad time. May God Bless you and give you peace. Love, Aleen and Virgil"