Victor David Brenner

Victor D. Brenner passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Elizabeth Brenner; brother, Randy Brenner; and many other beloved family members.

Victor is survived by his siblings Allen (Nancy) Brenner, Vickie (Mick) Moomey, Burl Brenner, Becky (Dan) Billings, and Pam (Lee) Mendez, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and countless friends.

Victor never met a stranger. He had a gift for conversation and could make a friend wherever he went, often finding common ground through his many hobbies and interests. Victor had a huge heart and loved his family and friends. He cherished spending time with them. He had a deep appreciation for life's simple pleasures, especially time spent outdoors hunting, fishing, mushrooming, or “watching God’s creation grow,” as he would say while admiring his garden and animals. Before health issues forced his retirement, he earned his living in the auction business, where his natural talent as an auctioneer and quick wit made him well-known and well-loved. He had a passion for standardbred racehorses and, in recent years, developed a love for show pigs.

Though Victor had no children of his own, he was a devoted and ever-present uncle, truly one of the best. He passed down his love of animals and agriculture to his nieces, and, with his nephews, he cherished listening to them play guitar, auctioneer, tell jokes, and join him on spontaneous trips to look at livestock. He made sure they always had plenty of laughs, a few dollars in their pockets “for a cold pop,” and a reminder to say their prayers, often telling them, "Make sure you meet God halfway.” Those kids will miss him immensely.

Victor was a faithful Christian. Despite facing several major surgeries in recent years, he remained positive and unafraid, often saying, “It’s all up to God.” He lived his life with the goal of making others smile, right up to his final day. He loved giving gifts, often food, and made his last donut deliveries around town on Friday morning. Victor was generous beyond measure, the kind of person who would give a stranger his last dollar. These qualities defined his life. Though his time here feels far too short, he shared enough love, kindness, and memories to last a lifetime for all who knew him. In every shared story, every laugh, and every small act of kindness, his love will continue to live on.

Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home - Dorr Chapel, 4330 18th St., Dorr, MI 49323. A Rosary will take place at 2 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2026, at St. Mary’s Visitation Catholic Church, 2459 146th Ave., Byron Center, MI 49315, with visitation prior to the service from 10-11 a.m. at the Community Center. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and the St. Mary's Visitation Education Foundation. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookdorr.com in their guestbook online.