Brinkmann, Harold J “Hal”, 66, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, November 27, 2021 after a long, brave battle with cancer. He was the best friend and Beloved Husband of 43 years to Elizabeth (nee Ivanowski). Loving father to Sarah, Megan (Jeramy) Freeman, Harold (Heather). Adored Paw-Paw of Amaya Freeman. Dear brother to Tom and Cindy. Dear Brother-in-law to Jeanne, Bill , Richard & Doris, Mary & Mike, Susan, John & Paula, Ben. Dear uncle, nephew, cousin, business owner and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his parents Harold F. and Virginia R. Brinkmann, sister Katherine Plumb, niece and Goddaughter Kristina Plumb and nephew Dawson Ivanowski.
Hal owned Brinkmann’s Jewelery, serving the Affton community and beyond for 30 years. To say that he loved his business is an understatement! It was such a big part of his life and he adored everything about it. He loved the craft. He loved ALL of his customers and they loved him. He also loved his farm in Gerald, Missouri spending endless hours making it just what he wanted. He loved to fish, visit microbreweries, enjoy craft beer and travel. But most of all he loved his family!!
Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Rd, Monday, November 29th, 4-9pm. Funeral Mass celebrated at Seven Holy Founders Church, 6737 S. Rock Hill Rd on Tuesday, November 30th at 10am. Internment at Resurrection Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Hal’s name to the Siteman Cancer Center; 4921 Parkview Place, St. Louis, MO 63110.
Liz,
I am so sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. Not sure if you knew this, but I would go to his shop for jewelry repair for many years.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Liz,
I am so sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. Not sure if you knew this, but I would go to his shop for jewelry repair for many years.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss Liz! Hal was a great guy. We have so many great memories of playing tennis, volleyball, and floating the river with Hal at Black River Lodge. Praying for you and your family to have God’s peace, strength, and comfort.
So sorry for your loss Liz! Hal was a great guy. We have so many great memories of playing tennis, volleyball, and floating the river with Hal at Black River Lodge. Praying for you and your family to have God’s peace, strength, and comfort.
We are heartbroken but also thankful for the opportunity to get to know Hal and to spend some wonderful times with him. His love for his and our granddaughter Amaya was so evident. We feel truly blessed to be connected to the wonderful Brinkmann/Ivanowski family
via our beloved daughter-in-law Megan.
We are heartbroken but also thankful for the opportunity to get to know Hal and to spend some wonderful times with him. His love for his and our granddaughter Amaya was so evident. We feel truly blessed to be connected to the wonderful Brinkmann/Ivanowski family
via our beloved daughter-in-law Megan.
To his entire family my love and prayers are with you through this difficult time. He touched every life that came into his and had such a great spirit about him. His smile forever etched in our minds. I can only imagine the heart ache. May our Lord Hod almighty help each of you in your time of sorrow and need. May you find comfort in His presence and May His love bring you peace!!!
To his entire family my love and prayers are with you through this difficult time. He touched every life that came into his and had such a great spirit about him. His smile forever etched in our minds. I can only imagine the heart ache. May our Lord Hod almighty help each of you in your time of sorrow and need. May you find comfort in His presence and May His love bring you peace!!!
My prayers are with you and your family.
My prayers are with you and your family.
We were customers of Hal’s for many years and because of the many stories that Hal told us , we felt like we knew your whole family. He was so proud of all of you and you were his life. Hal will be missed by many .You all have our sympathy and prayers.
Tom and Kathy Nolan
We were customers of Hal’s for many years and because of the many stories that Hal told us , we felt like we knew your whole family. He was so proud of all of you and you were his life. Hal will be missed by many .You all have our sympathy and prayers.
Tom and Kathy Nolan
Liz and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Hal was a great guy, Always had a smile on his face, and was so kind and thoughtful. I worked with him for many years at Kinsley’s, and then he was my jeweler for many years. He will really be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Liz and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Hal was a great guy, Always had a smile on his face, and was so kind and thoughtful. I worked with him for many years at Kinsley’s, and then he was my jeweler for many years. He will really be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
My husband and I both loved Hal .he was such a nice and funny guy . I loved seeing pictures of him
And Liz when they were traveling around , thinking how much they loved to do the same things . We are praying for peace and strength for you all in Jesus name Amen
My husband and I both loved Hal .he was such a nice and funny guy . I loved seeing pictures of him
And Liz when they were traveling around , thinking how much they loved to do the same things . We are praying for peace and strength for you all in Jesus name Amen
Liz and family,I am very sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. He fought a long, hard, and courageous battle. I’m sure he found comfort having all of you with him along the way. Hugs and prayers
Liz and family,I am very sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. He fought a long, hard, and courageous battle. I’m sure he found comfort having all of you with him along the way. Hugs and prayers
We are so sorry for your loss. We wish you peace and God’s comfort. We were Michael Jobst’s aunt and uncle.
We are so sorry for your loss. We wish you peace and God’s comfort. We were Michael Jobst’s aunt and uncle.
Hal leaves quite a legacy. I have been getting compliments on my ring that he designed, for decades now. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Hal leaves quite a legacy. I have been getting compliments on my ring that he designed, for decades now. I’m so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss Liz. My prayers are with you and your family
I am so sorry for your loss Liz. My prayers are with you and your family
We are so sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. He was such a nice person and had so much talent to share. He made several special pieces of jewelry for our family, and we’ll think of him each time we wear them.
We are so sorry to hear of Hal’s passing. He was such a nice person and had so much talent to share. He made several special pieces of jewelry for our family, and we’ll think of him each time we wear them.
I’m so sorry to hear of Hal’s death. He designed my wedding ring. When I commented that I’d take it off to do yard work, he said “No! Jewelry is meant to be worn and enjoyed. I can always make it look new again!” And he did – several times.
I’m so sorry to hear of Hal’s death. He designed my wedding ring. When I commented that I’d take it off to do yard work, he said “No! Jewelry is meant to be worn and enjoyed. I can always make it look new again!” And he did – several times.
Liz and Harold, we are sorry to hear about Hal’s passing. He was a great person and friend to all. He always had a smile on his face. He will be remembered for his great loe of life and people.
Liz and Harold, we are sorry to hear about Hal’s passing. He was a great person and friend to all. He always had a smile on his face. He will be remembered for his great loe of life and people.
Liz and family,
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs are beautiful and will be handed down for future generations.
I feel very fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace.
Liz and family,
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs are beautiful and will be handed down for future generations.
I feel very fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace.
Liz and family,
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs were beautiful and will be handed down for generations. I feel fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace.
Liz and family,
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs were beautiful and will be handed down for generations. I feel fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace.
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs are beautiful and will be handed down for generations. I feel fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace to the family.
Hal was a kind soul and a very talented jeweler. His designs are beautiful and will be handed down for generations. I feel fortunate to have known him.
Sending prayers and peace to the family.
May God comfort your family. We bought our wedding rings from your husband. Your family is in our prayers. Love, Shawn and Sandra (Hargrave) Stromberg
May God comfort your family. We bought our wedding rings from your husband. Your family is in our prayers. Love, Shawn and Sandra (Hargrave) Stromberg