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Robert E. "Bob" Brink Sr.

Robert E. "Bob" Brink Sr. obituary, South Milwaukee, WI

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Robert Brink Obituary

Brink, Robert E., Sr. "Bob" Of Caledonia, WI. Passed away May 8, 2013, in Racine. He was born in South Milwaukee, WI, in 1929, the son of Peter and Meta (nee Johnson) Brink. He was united in marriage to Violet Gaida at St. John's Parsonage in the Town of Lake, WI, on March 3, 1950. Bob retired from the U.S. Army as a Command Sgt. Major after 21 years of service in 1965. Upon retiring Bob and his family moved to Caledonia, WI. He then joined the Caledonia Police Department where he served 21 years retiring in 1988. Bob was past President of Chapter 65 of the Retired Enlisted Association of South Eastern, WI; A Life member of VFW Post 10388 Franksville, WI; Past Commander, Service Officer and Member of The Honor Guard American Legion Harvey Funk Post 494 Caledonia, WI, A member of LaSociety Des 40 Hommes ET 8 Chevaux Voiture Locale 497 Racine County. Member and Past Chairman of the 1st Engineer Combat BN. Association 1st Inf. Div. A Member of the Society of the 1st Infantry Division; A member of the 801st Aviation Engineer Bn. Association And a Lifetime Charter Member of the National WWII Memorial in Washington DC. He is survived by his wife Violet and three children, Robert, Jr. (Carol) Brink, Milwaukee, WI. Donna (Rich) Cole, Springfield, MO. Larry (Leela) Brink, Montello, WI. Six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Pete and Meta Brink, two sisters Lois (Aloysius) Pavlik, Florence (Bill) Merrill, two brothers Arthur Brink, and Donald (Lucy) Brink. Visitation will be at Molthen-Bell and Son Funeral Home, on Sunday, May 12, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Monday, May 13, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 13, at 11 AM, at Molthen-Bell & Son Funeral Home, 700 Milwaukee Ave., South Milwaukee, WI. Interment will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park, Oak Creek, WI, with Military Honors.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 9, 2013.
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My sympathy goes out to the entire family. It's never easy losing someone so dear. May the God of comfort bring you peace during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11

Pat

May 15, 2013

Sending love and prayers to the family for the passing of such a great and honorable man. Rest in peace Robert E. Brink with love Brandy and Patricia

Brandy Birzer

May 12, 2013

Officer Brink was a mentor to all of us at the Caledonia Police Department. His commanding presence was felt every time he walked into the room, spoke words of advice or just smiled and laughed with you. I would always think of him when sharing what he had taught me early in my career! VI and family we all share your loss, from close to far distances. Our prayers are with you!

Dave Heckel

May 12, 2013

Uncle Bob will be truly missed! I was lucky enough when I was younger to spend time with Uncle Bob and Aunt Vi at my grandparents house. Thank you for your service time with the military and as an officer. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as they celebrate your life.
Kari (McNulty) Hartl-Great Niece-Granddaughter of Lois Pavlik

Kari Hartl

May 12, 2013

I remember him as a humble person, who took my children in as they were family as well when they were not blood related this man to do that showed me that he was a caring, loving, and giving person, he ivited us to the VFW Christmas and for him to invite us in as if we were his own shows his true colors of what kind of a courages man he was, thoughts and prayers to the Brink family and all loved ones. May he rest in peace. Patricia & Zack

Patricia Wright

May 11, 2013

Uncle Bob you will be dearly missed.
your Great Niece Kellie Lynn daughter of Donald Brink Jr.

Kellie Lynn Wolk(Brink)

May 10, 2013

So sorry to here of the passing of BOB.He was a good neighbor to my parents.Back in my younger years I had to keep an eye out for bobby.I had some pretty fast cars and he gave me a speech once or twice to my friends and myself,about our driving a little to fast around the neighborhood.My father Jasper served in the honor guard and formed a pretty tight friendship in the later years of their lives.He will be missed.He was a cool cat,back in his patrolman days.My sincere condolences to the the Brinks.Please try not to mourn.Try to celebrate his life.He left this life on his terms.God bless.The CLEMENTE family.Daniel,Mary and Cathe.

DANIEL CLEMENTE

May 9, 2013

Officer Bob Brink was my mentor at the Caledonia Police Department for 9 yrs. We established a friendship which has last since 1980. He will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace!!!
Our sympathy to you VI and the rest of your family!!!

Bob Stauss

May 9, 2013

I am sorry to see if the passing of this fine man. Was my neighbor for 25 years and a good friend. Rest in peace Bob

Mark Mano

May 9, 2013

Although words seem so inadequate to express the sadness we feel, please know that all of you are very close in our thoughts and prayers. Doug is honored to have been asked to be one of Uncle Bob's pallbearers. We will always hold the precious memories of our family gatherings deep in our hearts. May God give all of you the strength, understanding and hope to endure this time of sorrow.
Doug and Mary Lewandowski

May 9, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the Brink family, he may not have been related by blood but I heard stories of this outstanding gentleman. It was an honor to stand in front of this hero and I will never forget that.love from Zack.

Zack Kwitek

May 9, 2013

Dad, Larry and I (Leela)Will always remember how much you loved us and we did too. You were my Dad, not just my Father-In-Law you were my Dad. We will miss you very much. We will make sure Mom is taken care of. Larry looked up to you with so much love and pride, that he could say that is my Dad. It took awhile but Larry ended up so much like you in ways. That's what I love about him. We love you and you will always be in our heart.

Larry & Leela Brink

May 9, 2013

To Aunt Violet, Bob & Carol; Donna & Rich; Larry & Leela & family: I am so sorry for your loss. Even though we didn't get to spend much time with the family gowing up due to the life of a military family, in later years I grew to know and appreciate Uncle Bob in many respects. I will miss he so much. God be with you all as you take this journey of loss and yet rememberence of life.

May 9, 2013

May you find comfort with family and friends during this time of sorrow.

Jim Hempel,Ret. A/C Cal.F.D.

May 9, 2013

Donna & Rich Cole, My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father. Cherish all the memories. He lives on in your heart forever! Bev Scott

Bdverly Scott

May 9, 2013

Deepest sympathies to my daughters,grandchildren and the entire Brink family.

Sue Christensen

May 9, 2013

To all the brink family. I am so sorry for your loss. may your memories bring you much comfort. please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. love and hugs.

cathe clemente

May 9, 2013

You will be missed...there are times like these you feel you need more time to say what you wanted to say...Grandpa I loved you so much! I wish I could have been there more. I tell my kiddos about you all the time. The memories I have are good ones and I will cherish them always!

Keri Brink-Chartier

May 9, 2013

Bob & Carol; Donna & Rich; Larry & Leela I am so sorry about your dad's death, it doesn't seem real or right that a man who has endured so much is gone so quickly, especially of something so unexpected. My heart and prayers are with you, I'll see you Sunday. Please take care. Our love to you.

Dorothy & Terry

May 8, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers. Bob & Carol

May 8, 2013

Dear Dad - I love you more than words can say - you have always been my hero and I will miss you so much. You will always be in my heart. All my love, Donna

May 8, 2013

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