Norine Brinkerhoff

Norine Brinkerhoff died at Harrison Hospital in Bremerton, Washington on October 1, 2002. She was 80.She was born in El Paso, Texas to George and Sarah (Nestor) Wilhelm on March 11, 1922.She graduated from Austin High School of El Paso, Texas in 1940.Norine married James R. "Dick" Brinkerhoff February 14, 1942 in Port Orchard, Washington.She was co-owner of Brinkerhoff Appliance for 50 years - retiring in 1998.She was a member of Pythian Sisters. Her interests were her family first. She was able to travel extensively with her husband covering much of Europe, Asia, Austrailia, South Sea Islands, South America as well as Alaska and Canada plus all over the U.S. and Mexico. She could play the piano and loved classical music. Norine is survived by her husband James Brinkerhoff of Port Orchard, Washington; son - Richard Brinkerhoff of Port Orchard, Washington; daughters Debra Chamberlain and Nancy Pribbenow - both of Port Orchard, Washington; brothers - John Wilhelm and Gerrold Wilhelm of El Paso, Texas and David Wilhelm of Seattle, Washington; sister - Suzanne Snedden of San Leandro, California. 8 grandchildren- Cody & Stacy Brinkerhoff, Janna Viergutz, Todd & Christina Chamberlain, Keri & Anna Pribbenow all of Port Orchard and Susan Pribbenow of Portland, Oregon. She was preceded in death by sister - Mary Cash and by brothers - Joseph & George Wilhelm.A memorial service will be held at Rill Chapel in Port Orchard, Washington on Friday, October 11, 2002 at 2:00 p.m.Memorial donations may be made to:American Cancer SocietyKitsap UnitP.O. Box 2383Bremerton, WA. 98310Norine BrinkerhoffOn Tuesday, October 1, 2002, at age 80, Norine "Rene" passed away leaving behind a tremendous void in the lives of those who truly knew and loved her.Rene was a very private person, totally devoted to her husband and family, but ready at any time to help those around her. She had a high respect for her friends and that same respect was returned to her. Her friends knew her as a quiet lady who totally loved life... who so enjoyed her flowers, birds, the water and fine music. Being a fun-loving little girl followed her throughout her life. She is remembered by so many who say they never heard her complain about anything.Even though we're convinced that she knew she was dying, she never uttered a complaint. This super lady will be so missed by all who knew her.