Dennis “Denny” Brinks

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Dennis (Denny) Edward Brinks, (76) of South Haven passed away Monday November 17, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.

Dennis lived his entire life in the South Haven area where he worked maintenance, welding and was a millwright. Besides his family he had a love of golf and his Budweiser.

Dennis is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 41 years Mary, daughters Eliana Brinks and Kristina Mallec, Son-in-law Jeremy Mallec, Grandchildren Cameron Hartman, Paige Hartman and Connor Mallec. Sister Audrey Frabe, Brothers Kip Brinks, Ritchie Brinks and Roger (Julie) Brinks. Brother and Sister in laws Rick and Suzy Bus and Ron and Kris Bus. Many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. Also, an estranged son William Brinks.

He was preceded in death by his father Richard Brinks, mother Delores Struble, stepmother Nancy Brinks, Brother-in-law Leroy Frabe, Father and Mother-in-law Richard and Betty Bus.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday November 23, 2025, from 4-6 at Filbrandt Chapel, 1076 S. Bailey Ave South Haven Michigan 49090.

To those who choose to leave a memory or condolence please visit www.starksfamilyfh.com Arrangements are entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services. 269-637-0333

Service Details

Visitation

When
November 23rd, 2025 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Where
Filbrandt Chapel
Address
1076 S. Bailey Ave.
South Haven, MI 49090

Posted On: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 3:29 PM