Mary Brinkman
January 20, 2011
Mary Louise Brinkman, 82, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2011, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston following a stroke. She was born February 2, 1928, to Frank and Florence Berg in Des Moines.
Mary was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a homemaker and provided childcare for 25 years at the First United Methodist Church in Ankeny. Mary accompanied her husband, Henry, to many Destroyer Escort Sailor Association conventions across the country for WWII veterans. She delivered tires for Lange Tire of Ankeny with her husband and even continued after his death.
Mary is survived by her son, Richard (Mary Kay) Brinkman of Urbandale; daughter, Patty (Akram) Nagi of Des Moines; grandchildren, Darlene (Brad) Blaker, Diana Hewitt, Daniel Brinkman, Sheryl (Rob) Daake, Jeff (Marissa) Brinkman, Suzie (Jared) Seehusen, Sarah (Brian) Yost-Phillips, Daniel Yost, Myessa Nagi, Rashad Nagi; 8 great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and beloved friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Brinkman; son, Henry Charles Brinkman; parents, Frank and Florence Berg; and brothers, Frank and Chuck Berg.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Monday, January 24, 2011, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Family will visit with friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank all of the staff at Mercy Hospice Johnston for all the wonderful care you provided Mary.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice Johnston in loving memory of Mary.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Debi Garner
01/25/2011
Dear Family of Mary Brinkman's
Just a note to tell you about my most recent conversations with your mom after worship services at Ankeny Presbyterian Church.
I'm sorry to say that I've been in Florida the past two weeks so I didn't hear of your mom's passing until today. Her service was yesterday, on my sister's birthday.....so I'll remember her every year on that day along with my sister.
I graduated from Ankeny High School in 1971 and my best friend was Debbie Brinkman. When I saw your mom and found out that she was a "Brinkman"...I felt a kindred spirit between us and told her so.
We talked about your family and she spoke happily about you all. We talked a little about Henry (Jr.) because I knew of him from my friend Debbie's friendship with him.
Your mom and I always had a hug for each other and a promise to see one another again on the next Sunday.
I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like it was sudden. My mom is also 82 and so I know how hard it must have been for your mom to get herself to church on Sundays. God Bless Her and please know that she was and still is held in the lap of God.
Blessings to each of you
Debi Garner
Jeff Fulton
01/24/2011
Richard and Patty and your families. My deepest sympathy at the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of both Mary and Hank. They were both very fine people and will be dearly missed.
Shanel
01/24/2011
God bless you...you look like a sweet lady!
Sarah Albracht
01/24/2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to the whole family, especially our friends the Nagis. Our family's prayers will be with you all.
Tom and Mary McDonald
01/23/2011
Richard and family,
So sorry to read of your loss. Your mom was such a wonderful lady. She always had a smile for everyone she met. We pray for your family that God brings you much comfort and togetherness. May you find many joys and happiness thinking of the many memories you have of your mother.
With deepest sympathy,
Tom and Mary McDonald
Marty DeVoss
01/22/2011
My sympathy goes out to you and your family Patty. It sounds like your mother was quite a gem. My prayers are with you.
Vickie Jo Berg-Geraci
01/22/2011
Richard, Patty & Family,
I only wish I could be there with all of you at this time. It brings me much sadness as the last of that generation of our "Berg Family" is now gone.
It brings me much happiness that I spoke to your mom before the holidays. I still cannot make "Peanut Brittle"!!!! None compares to that of your dad's.
It is sad the years have gone so quickly and the miles have taken its toll. I still remember Christmas Eve at Grandma & Grandpa Berg's house as kids. I hope we can once again have this chance to have Chrtismas. We are planning relocation back to Des Moines, once our house sells... maybe we will be there next year and celebrate our family that is left.
Again, my deepest sympathy and condolences of your loss. Your mother was a great person and wonderful aunt.
Thoughts & Prayers,
Vickie Jo
Shary Albaugh
01/22/2011
Patty and family, I'm very sorry to see your mother passed away. She really stayed active throughout her whole life. I'm glad you had many years with her. My sympathies to you and your whole family.