February 10, 1934 – December 4, 2025
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with his precious Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 4, 2025. He passed peacefully, surrounded by the deep love of his family. Martin is survived by his children Randy (Autumn) Brink, Dr. Gary (Anita) Brink, daughter Brenda Brink, and daughter-in-law Chris Brink; grandchildren Marissa, Tyler, Trevor, Erika, Mathea, and Noah; and great-grandchildren Laini, Laurelle, Landon, Colton, Olive, and Clara Elizabeth. He is also survived by his sister Shirley (Gary) Thun. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of nearly 70 years, Lenore; his parents George and Chloe Brink; his brother Richard; and his son Terry.
Born in Minnesota to George and Chloe Brink, Martin grew up with a strong work ethic and a deep sense of loyalty that shaped his entire life. After graduating from high school, he married his high-school sweetheart, Lenore, with whom he shared a lifetime of devotion and adventure. Following his service in the United States Army, Martin and Lenore settled in Silver Bay, Minnesota, where Martin worked as a heavy-duty mechanic for Reserve Mining. There they adopted and raised their children, providing them with a stable and loving home anchored by faith, steadiness, and quiet strength.
Martin was a man whose integrity, humility, and character spoke more clearly than words ever could. Steady, dependable, and guided by a deep faith in God, he lived a life marked by kindness, responsibility, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. He and Lenore were charter members of Palisade Baptist Church in Silver Bay, MN, and later Village Baptist Church in Bella Vista, AR. Those who knew Martin saw a man whose trust in the Lord shaped his work, his relationships, and the way he served his church and community.
In retirement, Martin and Lenore continued to live with purpose and compassion. They volunteered with Red Cross Disaster Relief, completing 14 deployments, including their notable mission at the World Trade Center in 2001. Their travels across the Midwest and Oregon created countless memories filled with warmth, laughter, and the joy of family. Martin cherished time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, offering them a steady presence of support, love, and encouragement. At home, he could often be found caring for Lenore with unwavering tenderness — a love story that endured faithfully through nearly seven decades.
