Vernon Brinkman, age 66, of Austin, after a courageous battle with cancer, died peacefully at his home on Monday, July 10, 2006. He retired from Southside Wrecker Service in Austin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Edna Brinkman of Deanville, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Jill Setliff-Brinkman; daughters, Dawn, Dara and Bree; brothers, LW, Junell, Lancier; and sister, Marcie Parker. A special thanks to Dr. Jerry Fain, Dr. Timothy Dziuk and Hospice Austin. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste 100, Austin, Tx 78759, or a charity of your choice. Vernon will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 15, at Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home. Memorials and guestbook online at wcfish.com