Robert C. Brinker

Robert C. Brinker, 93, a resident of Sacred Heart, Avilla, died on Sunday December 22, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Edward and Mary Brinker. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, Fort Wayne and proudly served his country in the US Army in WWII. He is survived by his daughters, Anita Brinker, of New Jersey and Maryanne (Mike) Budreau, of Kendallville; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary E. (nee Lomont); brother, Joseph; and sisters, Ruth, Jeanette and Irene. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 AM Saturday December 28, at Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, 7215 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Calling will also be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM Friday December 27, at Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne with a Rosary service at 7:30PM. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given for masses.