Thomas L. Brinker passed away September 16, 2011, a resident of Oscoda, formerly of Romeo. He was born January 20, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan. He is survived by his children, Kurt Rachel, Paul Alli , Caren and the late Mark, grandchildren, Joseph, Owen, Kevin, Reid, Eliana and Quinn, brother, Bill Barb, sister, Corrine Dushane and the late David. Predeceased by his parents, Earl and Elizabeth. Services Monday 11:00 a.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Rd, Utica, MI. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. Memorials suggested to the American Heart Association or The Wishes of The Family.