Dean M. Brink, 75, of Millstadt, IL, born November 30, 1950, in Quincy, IL, died Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL.
Dean was a United States Army veteran and worked for Chrysler for 42 years before retirement. He was an avid golfer and loved to share his hole in one with all who would listen.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Brink; his parents, Lester and Virginia, nee Garland, Brink; and two brothers, Douglas Brink and John Brink.
He is survived by three sons, Joshua Brink, Noah Brink, and Adam Brink; nine grandchildren, Maxwell, Charlotte, Jordan, Logan, Kaitlyn, Brianna, Mackenzie, Abby, and Carter; three brothers, David (Robin) Brink, Tom (Cheryl) Brink, and Tony (Kathy) Brink; two sisters, twin Diane Brink and Mary Ann (Larry) Hagen; multiple and nieces and nephews, as well as several golf buddies, Craig, Joe and Charlie.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Belleville Area Humane Society or the Disabled American Veterans. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may visit from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.
Service: Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, with Rev. Robena Keck officiating.
A funeral procession will leave at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from the parking lot at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, for a 10:30 a.m. graveside service with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
