Robert J Brindley

CONSTANTINE-Robert J. Brindley, 98, of Constantine, MI, died November 30, 2022 at the Edgewood Nursing Home in Three Rivers, Michigan. He was born on July 19, 1924, Bristol, Indiana to the late James and Leone(Leatherman) Brindley. He is survived by four nieces, Susan Stears, Constantine, MI, Madaline Peters, Flagler Beach, FL., Kathy(Marty)Moord, Vandalia, MI., Terri(Kim)VanMarter, Flagler Beach, FL., and two nephews Kim(Alechia)Evans, Vandalia, MI, and Keith(Alice)Evans, MN. Surviving also are 17 great nieces and nephews, 29 great great nieces and nephews and 3 great great great nephews.

 

Mr. Brindley served in the Army during World War II from March 30, 1943 through December 2, 1945. He served as a T/5 Demolitions Specialists, receiving the European African Middle Easter Campaign Medal with one Silver Service Star and Good Conduct Medal including a Distinguished Unit Badge. He was in battles in Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe. 

 

His first job, after serving his country and getting his education, was a store in Ft. Wayne, Indiana that sold fine furniture.  It was there he discovered and honed his skill as an interior designer.  He then accepted a position as designer at LS Ayres flagship store in Indianapolis, Indiana. A position he kept until he retired.  Bob was a man who not only had vision but could make his vision a reality. He was an amazing cook and host.  He had a wonderful dry wit.  He will be greatly missed by his friends and family.