Grayslake, Illinois
Aug 19, 1937 – Jan 6, 2026 (Age 88)
Carlen R. Brinser, 88, a resident of Gurnee, IL and formerly of Davenport, IA, passed away January 6, 2026 at Bickford of Gurnee. She was born August 19, 1937 in Cincinnati, OH to Carl and Helen Schuehler. Carlen graduated from Withrow High School in Cincinnati, OH and later received a Bachelor's...
Read MoreI did the accounting work for the Genesis Foundation and had the pleasure of working with Carlen at that time. She was such a delightful, caring, and compassionate woman. She was an inspiration to many and it was a joy to work with her.
Carrie Gilkison
January 20, 2026
I was privileged to work with Carlen at Genesis Medical Center. She was a lovely woman, kind and caring.
Tia Watson
January 20, 2026 | Work
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Barbara Shinbori
January 19, 2026
Carlen and Don were neighbors of ours on Red Fox Road. We were great friends enjoying bridge, travel, church, and Symphony together. She volunteered often and always had time when I needed a listening ear. Family and faith kept her grounded. She was a blessing to know!
Lois Boyer
January 19, 2026 | Friend
Carmen was a neighbor when I first moved into Ridgecrest. She was very helpful in getting acquainted and we kept company during the COVID lockdown-doing jigsaws and going to get our meal together. Carlen joined us in playing mahjong and she provided the tiles. When she had problems seeing, she left the tiles with. Every time I play I think of her. A special friend. Carl Baldry
Carol Baldry
January 18, 2026 | Friend
