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Kevin D. Brinston

1961 - 2020

Kevin D. Brinston obituary, 1961-2020, Gary, IN

BORN

1961

DIED

2020

Kevin Brinston Obituary

Age 58, passed away while working on June 4, 2020. He was born August 16, 1961, to Simon Brinston and Jacqueline Wesson. Kevin attended Roosevelt High School, Job Corps, and completed his high school diploma while in Stillwater, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents Simon Brinston, Jacqueline S. Williams, and brother, Darrell F. Wesson. Kevin leaves to cherish his fond memories, son: Anthony Brinston, Rush City, Minnesota; sisters: Toni R. Mitchell, Valparaiso, Vickie L. Woodard, Gary, Nicole Brinston, Portage, and Ada B. Crosby-Wesson, Gary; brothers: Terry (Rosie) Wesson, Redford, MI and Keith (Stacy) McDuffie, Glendale, AZ, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Kevin truly enjoyed his life and made the best out of every situation. He was fond of cooking, always dressed to impress, and had a very fun-loving spirit about him. A memorial service will be held for Kevin Friday, June 19, 2020, at 12:00 noon, at Beyond 4 Walls Christian Center, 875 S. Lake Street, Gary, IN. Rev. Dr. W. Maurice White, Jr. officiating. Those planning to be in attendance must wear a facial mask and adhere to COVID-19 guidelines outlined by the church.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jun. 17, 2020.

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Gloria Gaines

June 12, 2021

Kevin was a good person. Rest in Peace. God Bless you all.

Debra K Smith

July 2, 2020

Condolences prayers prayers hugs and love to Ada Cosby Wesson and family during this difficult time. God comfort your heart's today tomorrow and forevermore in Jesus name I pray Amen Amen and Amen.
God bless much love to and for you all.

Cyrina Jackson

June 24, 2020

I met Kevin many years ago. Kevin (Beaver) was such a thoughtful person. Kevin is the father of my nephew Anthony. I will always remember how he just use to love to cook. He was so easy going and a lovely person. Kevin may you rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father.

Vanessa Whitehead

June 18, 2020

Kevin you were a compassionate and caring Father and will be missed by many. I will never forget how you took charge and made every effort to make sure our needs were met as a family. Thank you Kevin for your support and caring hands. I will Never forget you. Love Vanessa

Tonya Whitehead Wallace

June 18, 2020

To the Brinston Family May God wrap his loving arms of protection around you during this difficult time. Im praying with you and for you. Look to hills that cometh your strength while your help cometh from the Lord.

Gloria Whitehead- Gaines

June 18, 2020

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal. Rest In Peace.

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Rodney Griffin

June 18, 2020

See you in the next life my friend!Rest in heaven!

Alvin Darryl Clardy

June 17, 2020

So glad to have had him in my life a TRUE friend
Rest easy partna

Frances Resto

June 17, 2020

To my classmate Ada and family earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. I am praying for you all.

Anonymous

June 17, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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