Dr Albert R. Brinkman,
Dr Albert R. Brinkman,
Former Schools Superintendent, Dies At 86
Dr Albert R. Brinkman, 86, a retired Newtown superintendent of schools and the husband of Kit (Kennedy) Brinkman, died November 18 at his home in Newtown.
He was born on April 24, 1918, in Orange, N.J., a son of the late Albert and Anna (Dell) Brinkman. Dr Brinkman was a graduate of Montclair State University with a bachelor of science degree and he earned a master of art degree from Temple University and a doctorate of education from Columbia University.
Dr Brinkman was an educator and school administrator for more than 40 years, serving as the director of the American School in Japan and superintendent of schools in Dobbs Ferry, Glen Cove, and Nyack, N.Y., and Newtown.
Dr Brinkman was a World War II and Korean War Veteran, serving as a commissioned major in the US Army. He was the recipient of the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.
He was a member of Newtown Congregational Church and was active for more the 15 years recording books for the blind.
In addition to his wife, survivors include two sons, Douglas Brinkman of Jericho, N.Y., and Peter Brinkman of New City, N.Y.; a daughter, Paula Hughes of Key West, Fla.; and three granddaughters, Claire, Hannah, and Mackenzie. He was predeceased by a daughter, Lee.
A Memorial Service will be held at Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West Street in Newtown, on Saturday, November 27, at 3 pm. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial gifts to Cyrenius H. Booth Library, 25 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470.
Arrangements are by Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown.
The Newtown Bee November 26, 2004