of Benton, AR
June 2, 1918 - October 14, 2014
Ethel G. Brinkley, 96, of Bryant died Tuesday, October 14, 2014. She was born June 2, 1918 Harrisburg, AR to the late John Truman and Ethel (Hill) Bradley. Ethel was a Licensed Practical Nurse who retired from Saline Memorial Hospital in 1976 and was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Benton.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard L. Brinkley, as well as two brothers and two sisters.
Survivors include two sons, Harley L. Brinkley (Pat) of Tulsa, OK and Phyl R. Brinkley (Debbie) of Maumelle, AR; four grandchildren, Christopher L. Brinkley (Karen) of Charleston, WV, Eric W. Brinkley (Jodi) of Bixby, OK, Chad O. Brinkley (Heather) of Murfreesboro, AR, and Kymberly L. Brinkley of Dallas, TX; nine great-grandchildren, Alaina L. Brinkley of Bixby, OK, Lindsey A. Albrecht of Bixby, OK, Brock A. and Bret C. Mulder, both of Polk City, IA, Brenna C. Carlson of Boston, MA, Andrew J. Berhorst and Alexandria C. Berhorst, both of St. Charles, MO, Ella Claire Brinkley and Isabel Lorin Brinkley, both of Murfreesboro, AR; a sister, Laverne Miller of Little Rock, AR and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2014 in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Bro. Clay Cunningham officiating. Interment will follow in New Rosemont Memorial Park in Benton.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening, October 17th at the funeral home.
Memorials in Mrs. Brinkley's name may be made to the First Baptist Church of Benton and/or to Jones Eye Institute, 4301 W. Markham, STE 523, Little Rock, AR 72205.
I want you to know how sorry I was to hear that Mrs Brinkley had left us. I just got back from Kansas, from burying my friends husband. Mrs Brinkley was an inspiration to all who met her and she will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Karon Miller
Enjoyed camping with the Brinkley's at DeGray. Also, enjoyed visiting her at Fox Ridge.
Phil and Harley, I am so saddened to hear of Aunt Ethel's passing. I know that she was not a blood related aunt but, as you know, that's what us Roberts kids called her in our youth. She was mother's best friend for more than 70 years and I am sure that Uncle Leonard, Mom and Dad were waiting for her at Heaven's Gate, rejoicing. Will be keeping you both in prayer during this time.
Harley and Phyl, Very sad to hear of your Mother's passing. She was a great lady and I considered her a special friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Mary
Phyl and family,
My thoughts are with you all. I have very fond memories of your mom and FBC.
Very Sincerely,
Nancy Fikes