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Marilyn Pena
January 2, 2011
Michael... The holiday's were not the same without you being near or hearing from you. I look at your picture at work, at home and think of you all the time. I know what God has for us in Heaven is much more than we can imagine and I'm so glad he allowed you to get to know him, accept him and gave your the opportunity to live with him for the rest of your eternal life. I'm so glad we shared that last special week-end when you was last in Cleveland for I thank God for giving us that time. You made an impression in everyone's life you met and today still we receive notes of how missed you are... Till we meet again... que Dios te bendiga, Love Titi mommy.
dylan
December 31, 2010
I do not beleave i have had the honor to meet mikes family but i did see mike from time to time in the wellington plazas by the wellington movies i met him threw one of my long time friends danny and he lived right down the street from him i am deeply sorry for your lose he was an amazing person he always made me laugh and i will never forget him
Brenda Rios
September 21, 2010
I just learned about this sad news about Michael. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this incredibly big loss.
Love,
Brenda "Jenny" Rios (Mingo and Juanita's daughter)
Kim Alter
September 19, 2010
I am so sorry at the loss of your son Michael. I will always remember your kids coming to VBS at St.Rita Church. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Alter
Sr. Alicia Alvarado
September 17, 2010
Dear family, I am saddened by your great loss! Please know that I have placed him on our prayer request line of the Dominican Sisters of Peace. You are all in my prayers. Love, Sr. Alicia
September 17, 2010
Dear Peña-Brink Family: I am so sorry to hear of the death of your son. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers." María Carrión Berríos - LORAIN
Fran Makuh
September 16, 2010
Dear Joe & Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of your son. My sympathy goes out to you, your other children, and the entire Brink & Pena family especially Bob & Debbie. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 16, 2010
To the Pena-Brink Family:
Our sincere and deepest condolences to you all for the loss of Michael. I remember when my mom was his nanny. We would scoop him up and love and squeeze him with so much love. Then he kept growing and growing. Well now, he is with my mom again, and all our loved ones. I know he is just as much fun in heaven as he was here on earth-this temporary life. Michael, keep watch over us until we meet again. Our hearts will always have love for you and the entire family.
In Jesus'name we pray always....
Sincerely,
~Migdalia Santiago-White
and
Calvin White
Chris Buendel
September 13, 2010
To the Brink family,
I am so terribly saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Michael. I'm glad I had a year to know him and teach him. We had a lot of fun in the fifth grade at Binks Forest Elem.
May God comfort you and give you the strength and wisdom to accept His will in Michael's life and death.
In sympathy and prayer,
Michael Curilovic
September 11, 2010
Dearest Joe,Nancy,Marco,Nicky and DeeDee,
The time I spent with Michael and you all is a cherished chapter in my book of life. I was fortunate enough to have had a special relationship with Michael that few were privileged to experience. He enforced in me that life is about living in the moment, no matter what we are handed. A lesson for us all. If there were something I could say or do to aid you now, I would give you all I have. I truly believe you must know I am now feeling a large part of what you are feeling. May God bless you and your family, Michael, more now than He ever has. I love you all, Tucker.
September 10, 2010
Mikey was the funniest guy i've ever met in my entire life. He claimed to be in love with my little sister, Melissa. A day or two before he passed, he called me up and asked to speak to my sister. The last words he ever said to her were "Melissa, i will always love you until the day i die and i will do anything to make you happy". That proved his character and his ability to love. His parents raised him magnificantly because he never stopped talking about his love for God and his love for his family. I will miss him immensely and i send my upmost condolences to his family and friends.
With Deepest Sympathy,
- Jessyka
Marie Lara
September 9, 2010
my thoughts are with you and your family
I am so sorry for your loss.
with sympathy
September 9, 2010
Nancy, Joe and Family,
Alan and I remember how he like to play with Alan even though Alan was four years older. I said a special pray for you guys during a special Ramadaan service.
Louordes Maldonado
September 9, 2010
Words can’t express how sorry I am for your loss… God give you comfort and love always, especially at this difficult crossroad, that you have all come across… I remember Mikey as a sweet, cute little boy, playing @ Grandma’s house… = ) XOXO
Gory
September 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 9, 2010
To the Brinks family. May love and support of family, above all strength from God enable you to bear under the grief you're experiencing at this time. With sympathy.
Joyce Sarria
September 8, 2010
Dear Joe & Nancy,
I can remember Michael running around at all of our Girl Scout events. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
My heart and thoughts are with you both and your family.
Much love
Cindy Mayo
September 8, 2010
Joe and Family -- from one grieving parent to another, I know the extreme pain and numbness you are going through. Please understand that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Cindy Mayo (Office Depot Benefits)
Lou Woodward
September 8, 2010
Nancy, Joe and family,
My heart goes out to you at this sad time. I never met Michael but he sounded like an Angel here on earth. Sending Love and Light your way and may God embrace you and help you through this tuff time.
Tammy Flack-Wuest
September 8, 2010
Dear Michael,
Unfortunately, I didn't have the pleasure of meeting you in person and I feel that loss. I read the wonderful letters and words that are written by friends and family and I know that you were a blessing and gift to them. I have the pleasure of knowing your Mom and brother Marco and that has been a blessing and wonderful gift in my life. When asked if I ever had a mentor, I ALWAYS thought of your mother as my role model, I always looked up to her and admired her. Strange how God works, I haven't seen her in over 20 years and just a few months ago -- she came to my home to meet my family, my husband and new baby in Cleveland. That was a wonderful visit, I got to meet Angel and see Nicole again. What a wonderful family, and how lucky for you to have one another. But there will always be a part missing on earth and that will be you. You will be missed greatly. The older I get the more I stop questioning God for those things we can't control, this is one of them. I have experienced much loss in my life, and also have experienced many wonderful things that God has put into my life unexpectedly...and still have no answers as to why? Maybe someday we will understand.
Now I have to tell you some history on how I met your family...Marco was like the little brother I never had, being an only child God put him in my life one day out of the blue, when your mother came to our door, a total stranger to us, and asked if I could walk him to and from school at St. Rocco's, he was in the 1st grade and let's just say full of life! What a hand full he was, but I loved him dearly, he always made me laugh! He was my little brother and always will be...The fun we would have...now to have learned that he lost his little brother is heartbreaking to me. Knowing that Nancy and Joe have lost a child is devastating, I couldn't imagine, especially now that I have children of my own. You were loved greatly and sounded like you had such a passion for life. May all of your dreams in heaven be fulfilled! May you always be with your family in their memories, dreams and walking next to them through their life on earth. You have been an inspiration, even to those who didn't meet you in person. Farewell my friend, until we meet someday...you will have a place in my heart.
To Michael's family, I love you all, may God bring peace to you at this difficult time... and please if there's anything I can do while you're in Cleveland, please ask.
September 8, 2010
Dear Marc and family,
You have my deepest sympathy in this time of loss. I hope the love and support of family and friends helps to guide you through this difficult time and into the future.
Very sincerely,
Sara Jones (U of M)
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Mikey, look at the camera!
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Finally, a little brother!
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Busy baby Michael
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Michael Joseph Brink, April 23, 1991 8:44pm, 7 lbs, 11 ozs, 20 inches
Joe Brink
September 8, 2010
Barbara Chambers
September 8, 2010
Dearest Brink family,
Please know that you have my most sincere condolences during this time. Take comfort in knowing that many people throughout the states will be thinking of you and Mike tonight, and for the next few weeks.
I pray for you all.
Mike: Catch you on the flip side!
Jeanne Dexter
September 8, 2010
Nancy and Joe, please except our heartfelt love as we celebrate your son. I cannot imagine the loss of a child. It is so beyond where our minds want to go. Know that your beautiful boy is in God's great hands. We are praying for you and love you alot. Jeanne and Doug Dexter
Robert Pagano
September 8, 2010
How deeply sorry I am to hear about your loss. For several years, I worked with Michael and he always did his best to please all of us.
He continued to do what is right and always showed a devotion to his responsibilities.
I always respected Michael for trying hard. The memories I have of him will always remain with me. The Brink family will have those same wonderful memories.
Michael is in a safe place and will always look down on his loved ones and the ones who loved him. Cherish that forever!
Kimberlie and Tyler Wallace
September 8, 2010
Dear Nancy and family,
We send our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of tremendous loss. My son and I never really had the opportunity to know Mikey except for meeting him at Heather's and Marco's wedding. Please know that God is right there with you to guide you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christine, Anna, and Jenny Glowe
September 8, 2010
Dear Joe and Nancy and Family,
We are heartbroken for you since we heard about Michael. We pray that God's Holy Spirit will comfort you beyond measure during this time. We hold the entire Brink family in the highest regard and cherish the memories of the times we were able to spend with you at family reunions and holidays. Sorry we can't be there in person to comfort you, but know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 8, 2010
Dear Nancy, Joe & Family,
There are no words to convey my heartfelt sorrow at the loss of your beautiful son.I have been praying for him & all of you, and will continue to do so.
May God's love & mercy bring you peace at this most difficult time.
JoAnne McCormack
Kimberly West
September 8, 2010
Nancy & Joe,
I cannot fathom what it feels like to lose a child. I feel that Mike has sent all of us a huge, very simple message! Tell everyone in your circle of your life that you love them very much because you never know if that will be your last chance. Michael Brink...You can now Allow Your Spirit to finally Soar! Thank YOU for reminding US how precious Life truly is. Blessings...many MANY Blessings to the Brink Family...today and always!
Elaine Cohen
September 8, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe the heartfelt sympathy.
Melanie Abrams
September 8, 2010
Michael, my friend, my sweet and gentle soul, how I miss your company in life. You are at peace now, of that I am sure, because I have seen you in my dreams. Please don't ever stop visiting me in that place between heaven and earth, where all is calm, comforting and untarnished by pain, sadness or grief. I love you "nephew" and will feel you in my heart for always. Until we meet again my special angel. "Auntie" Melanie
Darlene Carrillo
September 7, 2010
Nancy and Joe MIke has received the blessing of our LOrd and he is safe and happy in his new voyage. He will always be looking after all of your safety. God bless all of you and give you comfort
Lisa Mack
September 7, 2010
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Nancy, Joe and family I love greeting your beautiful smiles on Sunday mornings at Christ Fellowship just know that your are loved.
Heather Pena
September 7, 2010
Mikey, You are gone but never forgotten. You were a thoughtful, caring, and special young man with wonderful intentions, a heart of gold, and a beautiful soul.
You were a big part of our MN family and I miss having you here with us. There was never a dull moment when you were around. I hope that you enjoyed your time here with us and that you learned a lot when you were here, about school and about life.
I know Marco cherishes spending that quality time with his little brother. I too value the times we shared. I will forever reminisce about the energetic and youthful vibe and uplifting, carefree, and kind words you carried with you into our home.
Specifically, I have been drawn to the memory of a walk you and I (and Lucky and Harley) took on one of the nature trails in Maple Grove just as Spring was upon us. We walked down a steep hill to find a family of deer at the bottom. You gently approached them and I was shocked at how close they let you get. It was a beautiful day just before dusk; the sun was glowing behind the trees--I will remember you there.
It is hard not to be sad, but I know you are are in a better place--snowboarding on the clouds in heaven. Love you, Mikey.
Suzanne Kovi
September 7, 2010
May you find peace, joy and everlasting happiness as you soar above us and protect your loved ones.
Susana Collins Marco Rico
September 7, 2010
Michael, we had just hung out about a month ago. You were so nice and you sure did love your family! Our condolences go out to your family.
Ken & Rita Catalano
September 7, 2010
If tears could build a stairway,
And memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to Heaven
And bring you home again.
~Irish Proverb
Lynne Keane
September 7, 2010
Nancy, Joe, family & friends,
My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you. I have never shed so many tears for a young man that I never had the privilege to meet. Reading all the warm stories and looking at the pictures make me wish I had. Michael has a loving circle of family and friends and I look forward to meeting more of you in the days to come as you celebrate his life.
Debbie Mueller
September 7, 2010
Marc,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family during this time. May God comfort you and provide you with peace and understanding.
September 7, 2010
Marc, My prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief.
Kevin Gilbertson Minneapolis, MN
Marco and Mike playing video games, New Year's 2003
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Dad, Marco, Heather, and Michael at Cheesecake Factory
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike, mom, and Marco at Marco's 30th b-day in Minneapolis
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike & Marco, New Year's 2003, having ice cream together
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike & Marco, New Year's 2003, Mike being silly
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike & Marco, New Year's 2003, having ice cream together
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
at Grinchmas 2001/2002
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
at Grinchmas 2001/2002
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike snowboarding in Minneapolis
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike at the Twins new stadium
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike's 19th B-Day
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Mike's 19th B-Day
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
at Marco's Master's degree graduation at the UofM. April 2010
Marco Pena
September 7, 2010
Marilyn Pena-Bagley
September 7, 2010
Michael, my nephew. I'm so glad we shared a lot of time together during your last visit to Cleveland. You enjoyed going to church with me. You commented, That Pastor is talking to me, he's pushing my buttons. He's touching my heart. We spent time purchasing your favorite shoes. You called them your "J" shoes (Jesus) shoes. You loved wearing them. We talked about the different ways to talk to God and how you can talk to him anytime. We had fun at Applebees and laughed when you said you had OCD. I told you to talk to Meli about that b/c she also says she has that. Now, I look forward to seeing you again. I know that you've had the opportunity to meet all our ancestors; so say Hi for us. Until we meet again, watch over Mom and Dad, Deanna, Nicole and Marco and tell God/Jesus, I love him so much.
Love you mucho million, Love Titi Mommy
Joe Swift
September 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless
September 7, 2010
My Dear Joe, Nancy & Family,
Words seem so inadequate but I wanted you to know how very sad I was to hear the news of your loss. Even though love cannot stop heartbreaks from happening, love does heal and you can carry that love and your memories with you as I know you will.
Peace,
Myrna Villanueva
Sam and Sharon Simon
September 7, 2010
In the short time we knew you Michael, you were such a sweet and caring person. Will not forget the bowling tipsyou gave me last summer! May you find peace and love in heaven above
love you alwAys. Sharon And Sam
Mike loved seafood - Ft. Myers Beach
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Usher
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
San Diego
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Mom and Mike
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
One of many trips to Niagara Falls
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Mike loved our trips to Orlando
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Early years in Fla home
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Fun times at the boat show
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Mike with cousins Mayraleeh and Lilliana
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Little Mike
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Sharlene Chesnes
September 6, 2010
Mikey, I have known you since the day you were born. I still remember you dancing at the wedding and everyone’s face as you filled the room with joy when you entered. You had that special smile. The last time you visited our home and we all sat aroud the back deck and talked; I was so taken by the wonderful young man you had grown up to be. Your perspectives on life was full of thought and vision and your drive to be a free spirit was admirable.
You are truly now at peace and the free sprit. It would be selfish of me to say, it’s too soon for you to leave us. No child should depart before those of us who greeted you upon your arrival. But God has a plan. He allowed us the grace to know you while you were with us and made us better for knowing you. We love you Mikey and I hope you knew that before today. I am so sorry I missed you on your last visit to Cleveland. Time is so precious, we forget that.
Be at peace.
Leslie Mendenhall
September 6, 2010
Dear Nancy, Joe and Family,
My heart goes out to you...always remember that the love you have for Michael and each other lives on forever.
God holds each of us in the hollow of his hand...and the Angels rejoice when we make our way to Heaven. It will be just a short period of time on Heaven's clock before we see our loved ones again!
Hold strong to your faith in God.
Love and Prayers,
Evelin Roldan
September 6, 2010
The Lord has called another Angel to HIS kingdom...please say hello to my mom and watch over us here on earth! My deepest condolenses to all of the family and friends that Mike left here on earth.
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Dear Michael, I will miss you so much, but I will remember you every day as the intelligent, loving, helpful, wonderful son that you are. All I can think of are the great times we had as father and son, and even the tough times were special to me, I felt privileged and blessed to be able to be there for you and support you through the challenges. Every day was precious, I always looked at our time together as a precious gift. And I am so proud of you and the person you became as an adult. I know you are now restored to your heavenly body and living a joyous eternity with God and all of our loved ones that went before you, and I feel you watching over us and sending us your love. Peace forever my son.
Mike A and Mike B
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Michael and cousins
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Michael with Jonathan, Tyler, Mike Adamo, and Tulio
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
In Minneapolis. Nice hair.
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Mom, Dad, Jim, Marco, Julie, Nicole, Deanna and Michael (in mom's lap)
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Michael and Mom
Joe Brink
September 6, 2010
Quinn's
September 6, 2010
Michael you will be missed. We know you are in a beautiful place looking down on all that love you.
September 6, 2010
Your family loves you...You will be remembered always....Carol and Stu
Nina Fogelman
September 6, 2010
Michael is now a light shining on our world.
Nicole Brink
September 6, 2010
Micheal, I'll remeber you always. I have never forgotten the day Dad took Deanna, Marco, and I to see you for the first time in the hospital when you were born. Dad was dragging me and Marco across the streets walk running with Deanna clinging around his neck. Then we head around the hospital room's to where mom and you were. It was in a peach pink room with dim lighting. I saw your hospital bed and I think you although much of the memory details have faded. I still remember that much. It was then I knew that you were always my little brother and some one to be always loved and treasured. The day you died is the day every one who met you all cried for you. All very hard. Even still we all miss you very much, but we will all cherish the memories we have of you.
Patty Quinonez
September 6, 2010
My heart aches. Life is so precious especially when so young. God be with you and bless you always.
Melinda Silva
September 6, 2010
Mikey, I don't think I've fully come to the realization that you are gone. I looked through old pics and noticed something that I never saw before...u help such joy in your smile and your eyes. As hard as it is to lose you, I know you are in a better place. I hope u left knowing that we all love u more than words could express...and we will miss u tremendously. Love u always...
Meli (or Cinderelli as u used to call me)
Miguel Diaz
September 6, 2010
What a beautiful young man ! He is in a Beautiful place We love you
Marco Peña
September 6, 2010
Michael, it was so great living 19 years with you as my little brother. When you were little I thought you were our little angel and now you are an angel in the skies watching over us all. You always were positive. You always made me feel good about myself and looked up to me. I enjoyed every minute we spent together. Watching your sports games in Wellington, you coming to that high school football game when you were 7, our days playing video games, play wrestling with you, spending vacations with you, having you come in my room early in the morning wanting to play when you were little, having you kick my butt in bowling, pool, and video games, watching how good you were on the slopes and go on the bigger hills when you snowboarded, eating meals together, hearing you compliment the places we'd take you to in Minnesota, our trips to the MN Wild hockey game and new Twins Stadium. Heather and I loved being able to spend your first semester of college and 19th birthday with you. I got to see how sweet you were and how much you told me you loved your family and all the great things you said about each one of them and how you never said anything bad about anyone. I'm glad you got to see and hear how proud Heather & I were of you of your first year in college. When Heather went out of town, you took care of me and made me dinner. You were a great cook! I want you to have everything you ever wanted in heaven and we'll give you what you wanted on earth- just a happy family! I thought about you all the time even though we didn't always live together. I was proud of you when I heard of your accomplishments, and I wanted to be there with you when things were tough. I know you will always be there for us now. We were always best buddies and you never forgot. That made me feel so warm inside. If I didn't say I loved you enough and I hope I did- you know I do now. Knowing the person you are, the heart you had, we couldn't have asked for a better angel in heaven looking out for us. Love you so much lil bro!
September 6, 2010
It is very sad to hear of such a young person losing his life. My thoughts and prayers are with this family.
Nancy Pena-Brink
September 6, 2010
Michael...
I love you so much. I now believe more than ever that God was talking to you these past few months. I prayed everyday as we dealt with your concerns that God would help me to help you. Most recently I prayed that God would completely take over and I would stop trying to guide him and I would listen. God has taken over. It's hard not to want a different outcome however He knows what is best for you. I know that today you no longer have the scars both physically and mentally to deal with. I know that today you are with Grandma and Grandpa Brink and that they and the rest of the family in heaven will now take care of you. I know that today you are happy. P.S. Say hi to Robin, Lyndsey and Jesus
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