Melvin C. Brinkman's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Geneva, Illinois
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Melvin C. Brinkman

August 8, 1935 - May 17, 2026 (90 years old)

Geneva, Illinois

Melvin C. Brinkman's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Geneva, Illinois
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August 8, 1935 - May 17, 2026 (90 years old)

Geneva, Illinois

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We are sad to announce that, on May 17, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Melvin C. Brinkman of Geneva, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Brinkman and Gladys Styck Brinkman; his wife Patricia Birr; his son Douglas; and his siblings, Don Brinkman (Dolly), Maurice Brinkman (Sherry), Doris Birr (Bill), Lorain Hicks (Roger) and Viola Kane (Marlin).

He is survived by: his children, Craig Brinkman (Lovice) of Kankakee, Kathy Pawlak (Joe) of Hampshire and Lori Brinkman of Aurora; and his grandchildren, Jenny Pawlak, Sandy Denninger (Bob), Derek Brinkman and Deanna Brinkman.

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May 23, 2026

Brenda & Phil and JoLynne, Katie, & Marci lit a candle

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May 23, 2026

Brenda & Phil and JoLynne, Katie, & Marci sent flowers

“Never forgotten. Thank you for remembering our family throughout all the years, Uncle Melvin. You were Truly a Jesus follower & Loved Aunt Pat & all your family with all your Being…We Know your Love will Always Live on in your Beautiful family—both sides of Heaven! ❤️”

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Kankakee - Clancy-Gernon-Hertz Funeral Home
1480 W Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901

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1480 W Court St, Kankakee, IL 60901

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