John Thomas Brinker

Tom will always be remembered with a smile and a prayer. He made the world a better place.

The laughter he provided lives on in my heart.

As time passes by, we tend to forget years past by, but the heart never forgets those who have touched our lives in a special way. Knowing Tom always brings a smile to my heart.

A smile like his will never leave my heart. I'm sure he has everyone laughing in heaven.

His sense of humor and his caring ways will always live on in our hearts.

Tom was such a loving, brave and positive guy. Only knew him through small conversations when we were both watching kids' hockey practice last year. He shared his thumb cutting accident in such a light and humorous way. Although he has been through many sufferings in his life, his heart always has room for passion and caring for others.

Our sincere condolences to Nancy and the entire Brinker family.
Tom was a stand up guy who helped mentor me as a young O-I salesman in Chicago. He helped me understand the meaning of laughing when times looked bleak.
Certainly a life full of joy and one that was always centered around family.