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Jack Brinkley Obituary
Brinkley, Jr
April 27, 1956-
November 16, 2018
Columbus, GA- With deep sadness the family of Jack Thomas Brinkley, Jr. announces his death. The family takes great pride in the valiant battle with pancreatic cancer fought by Jack and his dearly beloved Stacy in what was to be a year long struggle. He was very proud to be pronounced cancer-free. Sadly, he passed away suddenly from a complication three weeks later.
He was an honor graduate of both Columbus State University and the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University, and he was a Latin scholar. He was admitted to practice in state and federal courts, and his practice with Brinkley Law Offices reached out to many jurisdictions in Georgia and beyond. Professionally he was a champion of the underdog, and he was known for undertaking the hard cases which might otherwise go unrepresented.
As a youngster he was an all-star baseball pitcher along with his brother Fred in the Babe Ruth Eastern Columbus league, and he was a graduate of Hardaway high school. During college he worked for the legendary Kirven's and was famous for his gift wrapping skills at Christmas and the announcements he would make over the public address system. Even then he had honey in his voice.
He served as a page in both the General Assembly of Georgia and the House of Representatives in Washington, D. C.
He was predeceased by his beloved mother, Lois Kite Brinkley, and he is survived by his father, former congressman Jack Brinkley and his wife Sallye Posey Brinkley. He was a devoted husband survived by his beloved wife, Stacy Smith Brinkley. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and gave all of himself to his family, Jack Thomas Brinkley III, wife Alice, children Camille, Bjorn, Scarlett; Matthew James, wife Lindsay, child Camden; Victoria Wynn; Maryelle Lois, children Eric Jr., Jack-Jack; Abbigail Kate and child Loralei; Fredrick Troy; Grantham Kite; and Beatrice Blys. He is also survived by his brother, Fred
Alen Brinkley, wife Patricia, children and grandchildren, Christopher, Cheney, Blane, Julia, Amelia, Brie.
Funeral services are Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at 2pm with visitation 1 hour prior. A private burial will follow at Parkhill Cemetery. Online condolences at www.vancebrooksfuneralhome.net
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Tammy Ruhl
February 21, 2019
My husband and I just recently learned of this! We are both so in shock! He was such a wonderful compassionate person! We will miss him very much! Our prayers go out for the family! With love always!
Linda Jones
January 25, 2019
i was so bless to have a friend like Mr. Jack he was very dear to my parents for over 20 years... God has truly receive a angel in his kingdom...
Michael Michael Grammer
January 24, 2019
Jack Jr was a wonderful person Jack and his father Jack srr helped us take care of my mothers affairs when she died,Jack Jr was always so nice he let me and my family use his condo one week in gulf shores Alabama we had the Time of our lives Jack Jr was very giving and Jack Jr will be very much missed
Lesley Davison
January 8, 2019
Mr. Brinkley was always so professional in his work. The thing about Jack though was how likable he was and immediately upon meeting him, you would feel like he was an old friend. I admired his love of family and respected his humility. It is my prayer that all the family receive comfort and peace during these difficult days.
W Mark Hall
December 20, 2018
Dearest Stacy, This is Lucille Kite Kimbrough's grandson, Mark Hall. Late this evening I drove to Columbus to visit with friends. I just learned of Jack's passing from conversations. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you each move through the weeks and holiday season ahead.
Much love to you and the entire Brinkley Family.
Mark
Tabatha Sheppard
November 29, 2018
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I MET MR.BRINKLEY IN 1993 WHEN I WAS IN A CAR WRECK HE CAME TO LA GRANGE GA. TO SEE ME AND TOOK MY CASE HE WAS A VERY CARING MAN HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED
Jimmy and Barbara Motos
November 27, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with The Brinkley Family during this most difficult time. May you continue to feel the presence of God's Peace and Love.
Gloria Colbert
November 20, 2018
It really hurt my heart to hear this sorry news.My deepest sympathy goes out to his wife and family. I met Jack in 1986,he was a good lawyer to me and my family.
Andy Harp
November 20, 2018
Jack will be missed...His energy was boundless and he was well loved by the hundreds of families he represented over his career.
My deepest sympathy to his wife and family. Andy Harp
Ruth & Dick Witte
November 20, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the Brinkley family.
Michelle Walton
November 20, 2018
Wow to hear of your passing Mr. Jack words can't express how greatly I was to have meet you and worked with you. My prayers are with you Ms. Stacy and your family. Mr. Jack you fought a good fight take your Rest.
Butch Hurt
November 19, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Brinkley family. So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. I will always remember practicing ball with Fred and Tommy. May God bless.
Rendell Day
November 19, 2018
My prayers go out to the family during your time of grief and loss.
Gordon Green
November 19, 2018
Jack and I were Great friends in High School.. He was a lot of fun to be around..I am sad to hear of his illness and passing..
May God grant the entire Brinkley family Comfort..
November 19, 2018
We are praying for the whole Brinkley family. Jack handled so many problems for me and my family. He will truly be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this sad time. God has gained another angel for his kingdom. The Brossett family
Sharon Phillips
November 19, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the entire Brinkley family. My mother (Jackie Turner) was a good friend of Jack Jr.'s father (Jack) & mother(Lois)for a good many years before her passing, she was always proud of Jack jr. & all the Brinkley family, Jack Jr. was a good man, he will be miss. God bless & prayers for the family.
Dianne Rozar
November 19, 2018
Jack was a wonderful man and Attorney! He will be missed! So sorry for your loss! Prayers are with you and your family!
Dianne Rozar
Ann Silver
November 19, 2018
Well, every one can master a grief but he that has it. Nothing I can say will make it go away; but I offer my love as support.
I have nothing but good memories of Tommy. Can see him even now as a toddler; he would fling his glasses across the room if upset. As an adult, he was a champion caretaker of his family.
Sending warm love, Ann Brinkley Silver, Jack's baby sister
Mark and Deborah Kamensky
November 18, 2018
The Lord heals the broken hearted and binds up their wounds (Psalms 147.3) May you find peace in the Joy of the life you shared. Our hearts go out to those who are suffering from this loss.
ron mack
November 18, 2018
condolences to his family. he was a good man, and will be missed.
Ronnie Dollar
November 18, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. He was a great guy who I had the pleasure of knowing for many years. My heartfelt prayers go out to his family.
Amy Marion
November 18, 2018
He will be greatly missed. He was a great man and I enjoyed the many talks I had him. I will keep everyone in my prayers.
Matt & Ann (Harding) Martin
November 18, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the entire Brinkley family.
November 18, 2018
Just the sweetest man you could ever meet. He will definitely be missed in this community. Prayers to his family.
Armon Buchanan
November 18, 2018
So sad to hear of Tommy's Passing. My condolences to all of the Brinkley family.
Bobby Peters
November 18, 2018
just a good hearted compassionate man that used his talents and keen intellect to benefit others always smiling, always professional in and out of the courtroom, and always made you proud you had the opportunity to share his life and walk next to him with sympathy to his wonderful family, his priority Judge Bobby Peters,just a good hearted compassionate man that used his talents and keen intellect to benefit others always smiling, always professional in and out of the courtroom, and always made you proud you had the opportunity to share his life and walk next to him with sympathy to his wonderful family, his priority. Judge Bobby Peters
Denise Cullefer-Vannoy
November 17, 2018
Love and prayers to Tommy's family for your difficult loss. He will be greatly missed.
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