Debora Brinkman

Debora Lynn Brinkman, 59, of Jackson left for heaven Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. She was born Dec. 18, 1963.

She was the daughter of the late Virgil and Donna Kretz Smith.

Debora married John Brinkman on April 28, 1985.

She was a very caring and giving lady. She was a big part of the family business, Midwest Engines.

Survivors include her husband of 38 years, John Brinkman of Jackson; son, Kyle (Sara) Brinkman, and their son due in November; sister, Brenda (Ken) Malony; brothers, Rodney and Raymond Smith; and several nieces and nephews.

Debora was preceded in death by her parents; brother, David Smith; and mother- and father-in-law, Jack and Norma Brinkman.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Cremation services have been entrusted to Crain Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Cape Girardeau.

Memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.