Horst Gustav Brinker

Horst Gustav Brinker passed from this life on Wednesday April 12, 2017 in Fayetteville. He was born on March 29, 1955 to Elli and Wilheim Brinker in Dusseldorf, Germany. He is survived by his wife Debra DuBois-Brinker, of the home, his brother Juergen Brinker and wife Maureen of California and his sister, Inge Fisher, of Berlin, Ga. He was preceded in death by his brothers Reiner and Hans and his parents. His family immigrated from Germany in 1960. He was the youngest of the family and the first to be educated in the US. His Graduation from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg,Va., was a big celebration for his entire family. His career, over the years, was a remarkable one. He took many steps with perseverance and integrity to earn his successes. Nothing was given, all was earned. He was an avid pilot and loved nothing more than to fly. He will be deeply missed by his many friends. No services are planned. Please consider a gift to the EAA Young Eagles Program in memory of Horst. Blue Skies and Tailwinds. To sign the online guest book please visit www.nelsonberna.com.