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William Brinkley Obituary
Ret. Col. William A. "Tony" Brinkley, 65, of Huntsville died Friday. Mr. Brinkley was retired from the U.S. Army after 26 years of service where he received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla P. Brinkley; three sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Jean Brinkley, Chris and Trisha Brinkley and Joshua and Kimen Brinkley; mother, Pauline Brinkley; and five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Rachel, Kaleb, Elijah and Holley Ann. Visitation will be from noon until 2 p.m. Monday at Berryhill Funeral Home followed by a 2 p.m. chapel service with the Rev. David Thew officiating. Burial will be Tuesday in Oak Grove, Ky. Memorial donations may be made to the Floyd Fann State Veterans Home.
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Brett Averett
September 10, 2022
Col. Brinkley was the Squadron Commander where I was stationed in Germany with 1/2 ACR Bindlach. He ran a tight ship for sure and is missed by many. Thank you for your service,sir,may you continue to Rest In Peace.
Eli Davis
September 10, 2021
I was Stone 6 driver from 81-83 My condolences to the family May God bless you all
Brett Averett
June 18, 2018
I was at The Rock 83-85. A Troop 1st Platoon. I remember LTC Brinkley well. I'm sorry to hear of his passing,my condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service,sir.
Always Ready,sir.
February 28, 2016
This is late, but, Iwanted to share with you that your husband and Father was a great leader. I served under him from 1981 to 1983 and would have followed him into battle with out a second thought.
SSG Joe Sellner
Minnesota
Gary Brazil
August 15, 2013
I remember him as Stone 6. Bindlach 1981 - 83. I am much too late but just saw it. Always Ready Sir.
Dan Nolen (CSM William D. Nolen, still active duty)
February 15, 2013
Dear Mrs Brinkley,
I was honored to serve with your husband at my first duty station, almost 30 years ago when he was my squadron commander. He was hard, fair, and consistent-----values that I hope all military leaders strive to live up to. He certainly did and made a great impression on me as a young Soldier.
All best to you and yours---with greatest respect.
Robert Haynes
March 26, 2012
To the Brinkley Family,
I was sorry to hear of LTC Brinkley's passing. I have fond memories of "the Rock" when he was Squadron and Post commander. He was a hard charging commander. RIP Stone 6. We will meet again at Fiddlers Green.
Toujours Pret
Robert Haynes
Sergeant C Troop 1/2 ACR
Scott Spell
March 26, 2012
I wish to express my sincere regret at hearing of Col. Brinkley's passing. It was an honor serving with him in Bindlach. He was a fine man and great officer. We will remember him always.
Bruce Hightower
April 4, 2011
To the Brinkely family it was my honor to have been a part of your family in the 1st Sqdn 2ACR in Bindlach Germany 83 to 84. He was a Great Commander, Soldier and carer of Soldiers. By those great memories I will honor him. memory. A Troop, 1st Sqdn 2ACR
Karen Henderson
October 13, 2008
Priscilla - just heard of Tony's passing today. My sincerest sympathies are sent to you and the family. Let memories sustain you and time will heal the pain.
David Gettman
October 10, 2008
To the family of Col. William "Tony" Brinkley,
My deepest sympathies for your loss, and my sincere apology for my belated bereavment.
Anthony Summerhill
October 9, 2008
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the Brinkley family, It was an honor serving under Col Brinkley wile stationed with 1/2 ACR Bindlach 1982-84
max tritt
October 8, 2008
My deepest sympathies to those who loved him best, for they will miss him the most.
Earl E. Clark, Jr. CW3-Ret, PA-C and Herlinde Clark
October 7, 2008
Dear Mrs. Brinkley and Family,
our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. We remember LTC Brinkley as a "hard chargin' man". We will think of you in the days ahead.
JESSE KELLEY
October 7, 2008
My condolences to the Brinkley family.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Cav Toujours
Jesse Kelley
F Troop 2/2ACR
Bamberg Ger. 72-75
Richard W. HOUSELOG, MSG, Ret
September 28, 2007
Mrs Brinkley and family-
My condolences go out to you. I had the great honor of serving as the Military Police Station Commander in support of COL Brinkley while he was the Commander of the 1st Sqd, 2d Armd Cav Ret and the Bindlach Military Sub-Community Commander at Christensen Barracks, Bindlach Germany. I can only say that he was "one of the best" and that our country lost a superior soldier and outstanding citizen.
Herbert Harwell
September 26, 2007
Dear Priscilla, The Brinkley Family is in my prayers. I will "Stone 6". He helped me more than other military commander to mold my career, and you are the best military spouse I have every met. Love and Prayers in Christ's name.
Butch Mathis
September 21, 2007
Priscilla...
Marty & I extend our deepest sympathies to you and the family. Tony & I had been exchanging emails for the past few years and I had hoped that he would be able to attend our next class reunion. He served his country well and I'm sure everyone in our class is proud to have known him.
Phyllis Favors Rommens (Comer)
September 21, 2007
Priscilla, I went to school with Tony at Coffee High. I am sorry to learn of your loss of your long-time love. May God grant you peace and give you comfort in remembering your life together. Tony served his country well and of that you can always be proud.
Richard Maruyama
September 20, 2007
Priscilla and Family
My condolences on your loss. I worked for your husband, for a number of years at HQ TRADOC and have many pleasent memories of that time (1980's). Especially, the trip I took with you and Tony to Germany (around 1988). I remember a wonderful evening having dinner with you and Tony and a number of your Germany friends (from the time he Cdr in Germany). Tony was a great leader, but a better person. I was very sorry to hear of his passing. I just wanted you and your family to know how much I though of Tony Brinkley as a person who cared about his people.
Jeannette Blumenthal
September 20, 2007
Priscilla, Bill, Chris, Josh and families,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I know how hard it is to lose someone close. Even when you've been losing them in little pieces over time, such an abrupt end is difficult. Tony was a lot more to me than a former boss--he was a mentor and a close friend. Even after the encephalitis episode, I still relied on his advice and guidance. Take care my friends.
David Gonzalez
September 18, 2007
Mrs. Brinkley & family---
I met the colonel only a few times, but admired him greatly. I'm glad that I got to accompany Jeannette to visit with him in July. You and the family are in my thoughts and in my prayers---as is the colonel.
George & Dale Fulton
September 18, 2007
Priscilla and Brinkley Family
Our condolences on your loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. Tony was the best boss I ever had while I was on active duty at HQ TRADOC. A good man and leader. Best to you all. You are in our prayers.
George & Dale Fulton
Alan & Susan Anderson
September 17, 2007
Priscilla & family -
We were so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Our love and prayers are sent to you and the whole family.
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