Obituary of Russell Brinker

Russell R. Brinker Russell "Russ" Brinker, age 84, died at his Millcreek Twp. residence on Sunday, November 7, 2010. He was born in Greensburg, PA on January 3, 1926, the son of the late, Frank D. and Carrie Silvis Brinker. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. Russ graduated from Indiana University of PA, University of Pittsburgh; he received an Associate's degree from Michigan State, and also attended the Universities of Chicago and Buffalo. He began his career in education as a teacher-principal in Hannastown, PA, a guidance counselor in Hempfield Twp., and from 1960 through 1986 he was a school psychologist with the Millcreek Twp. School District. He served on a number of boards and was a member of the Masonic Perry Lodge, PSEA, NEA, the PA Psychological Association, EDGA Hall of Fame, and was runner up in the first Army Golf Championship. He enjoyed his home, his family, golf, and reading. He is survived by his wife, Adelyn S. Brinker, two daughters; Amy Fullmer (Richard) of Parkersburg, WVA, Susan Gray (Michael) of West Lebanon, NH, one son, Brian Brinker of Tampa, FL, six grandchildren: Kara, Kim, Kevin K., Hillary, Kelly, Kevin B., and one great-grandchild, Christian. Private services were held at the convenience of the family. The Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd. handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Asbury Woods Nature Center, 4105 Asbury Rd., Erie, PA 16506, Great Lakes Hospice, 1700 Peach St., Erie, PA 16501, or to the charity of one's choice. Enhance your memorial with a slideshow and video