Brinkley Earl Willis

Brinkley “Brink” Earl Willis Sr., 82, formerly of Salter Path, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Pruitt Health - Crystal Coast.

A funeral service to honor Brink’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 24th at Salter Path Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. David Bratton. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday, June 23rd at Munden Funeral Home.

Brink was born on January 21, 1943, in Morehead City, NC, to the late Headen and Rosa Willis. From a young age he knew the value of hard work and dedication. Brink worked as a commercial fisherman for the majority of his life, including 25 years at A.B. Seafood Market where he made lifelong friends.

In his free time, Brink enjoyed hanging out with his friends at Save-A-Stop and frequently visited his favorite local restaurants, Crab Shack and El’s. His love for fishing ran deep, and whenever he had the opportunity, he would cast a line. Brink also had a passion for duck hunting and was a devoted baseball fan, sharing his zeal and knowledge by coaching Little League teams throughout the years.

The Christmas holidays held a special place in Brink’s heart. He thoroughly enjoyed selecting thoughtful gifts for his loved ones and always embraced the festive spirit of the season.

Above all, Brink was a devoted family man who loved his family fiercely. His selflessness and unwavering support made him a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.

Those remaining to cherish his memory are his daughter, Sonya Willis of Morehead City; son, Brinkley Earl Willis Jr. and wife Melodie of Morehead City; sisters, Alberta Smith and Delores Guthrie, both of Salter Path; grandsons, Chandler Willis and wife Kamile, Jamison Willis, and Bryson Willis; great grandchildren, Pierce Willis, Emmaline Willis, and Juliette Willis; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Brink was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Moore Willis in 2015, and brothers, William Red Willis “Junior”, Abram Willis, and Wade Donald Willis.

As an expression of sympathy, flowers are welcome.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory in Morehead City, NC.