Gloria Brinkman's Obituary
Gloria Brinkman, 85, passed away at The Loft Rehabilitation Center in Decatur Il, on Friday, March 11, 2022.
Gloria was born in Decatur, IL on August 20, 1936 to William and Edna (Robb) McMahan. She married Jim Brinkman on January 3, 1970. She retired from Butternut Bread Store after many years of service. She volunteered at Garfield School instilling the love of reading into future generations. She also showed her love for the Lord by volunteering at New Beginnings Church. Above all she loved her family and spending time with them.
Gloria is survived by her; son Jerry Ryan; daughter, Robin Miller; grandchildren, Kelly Sprague, Stephen (Marisa) Sprague from Washington state, Lindsey (Blake) Force, Derek Miller and Brianna Miller all of Decatur, IL; 9 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren as well as numerous extended family and friends.
Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, William McMahan and Edna Thompson; husband, James Brinkman; daughter, Vicki Sprague; 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
A visitation will be from 12:30pm- 1:00pm on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Moran and Goebel Funeral Home 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur Il 62526 with memorial service following. Burial will follow after service at Point Pleasant Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers dotation can be made in Gloria's name to the Alzheimer's Association of America.
Arrangements by Moran and Goebel Funeral Home 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur Il 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.moranandgoebel.com
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