In loving memory of

Nicole A Brink
February 24, 1982 - July 5, 2019

NICOLE A. BRINK
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Nicole A. Brink, 37, of Muscatine, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2019, at her home.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July, 11, 2019, at the Ralph J. Wittich- Riley- Freers Funeral Home. Reverend Dan Robbs will officiate. A visitation will be held from 10 until service time, on Thursday, July, 11, 2019. A celebration gathering will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to her mother, Barbara Heath, to be utilized for her children's college fund. Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com


Nicole was born on February 24, 1982, in Iowa City, the daughter of Alan and Barbara Woods Heath. She first married Donnie Schultheis, later marrying Sgt. Timothy Shay II, and then Steve Brink.

She worked as a waitress and bar manager for the Jct. Bar and Grill in Wilton.

Nicole enjoyed watching her son, Brendon (29B) race, and listening to Kaylie sing. Her first grandson, Zaydon Wayne Schultheis is due in two weeks.

Nicole is survived by her parents, Alan and Barbara Heath of Muscatine; her grandparents, Harold and Helen Woods of Muscatine; her children, Brendon Schultheis, Kaylie Shay, and Jagger Brink, all of Muscatine; her sisters, Jenny Lessenger and husband, Brandon, of Fruitland, and Kim Heath- Kessel and husband, Jess, of Columbus Junction; and several nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents and a niece, Jewel Kessel.

Tributes

Brandy Shoppa wrote on Jul 12, 2019:

"West liberty races watching brenndon"

Brandy Shoppa wrote on Jul 12, 2019:

"I?m so sorry al and barb you are in my thoughts and prayers what a loss unimaginable "

Michelle Jeffords wrote on Jul 10, 2019:

"I was lucky to know & love Niki from her friendship with my son Jordan Powers! She was his light at The Junction! When Jordan passed away unexpectedly on 1/28 she was there to give me comfort & helped me to find laughter with the stories they shared! My heart hurts so much for all of you, there aren't words to help but I want you to know Niki will NEVER be forgotten! Much love, Jordan Power's Mimma Michelle Jeffords"

Kim Heath-Kessel wrote on Jul 9, 2019:

"miss you sissy"

Nancy & Monty Long wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"Al & Barb, I'm so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sincerly Monty & Nancy Long"

Amber Cox wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"RIP Beautiful. Such a tragedy. Prayers for the family."

Jeffrey Martin wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"My heart broke in peices hearing this news last night. My heart, Thoughts and prayers go out to her Children, Parents, Sisters, Family and Friends. I will never forget her beautiful smile and her laugh that would brighten anyroom she was in. I love you and will miss you deaply Nicole. Fly High My Friend! "

Peggy Collins Miller wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"Barb and Al I am so sorry. I am at a loss for words over this tragedy. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. Peggy Collins Miller"

Kim Healey wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"So sorry for your loss hugs to all in this difficult time."

Ronda Lane wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"All my sympathy to Niki's family, children and the love of her life, Chaz. She will deeply be missed by all as she held a special place in everyones heart. Prayers!"

Kim Gerdes wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"Phill and I just met her a few weeks ago as she waited on us at The Junction... she was so nice. No words can express how sad I am for the family. Prayers for strength and healing."

Pam wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"May you rest in peace young lady , We only got to know for a short time , but you were a very kind person and Im sad to hear of this ? I pray this Family will always keep your memory alive in thier hearts and make you ever so proud ! Prayers to you all as you go through this ? "

Summer Curtis wrote on Jul 8, 2019:

"You have my deepest condolences!!! Especially you, Brenny!! Niki was a beautiful, kind, caring and loving person. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her!! I will keep y'all in my prayers!! ~~Summer Curtis~~"