Born Oct. 8, 1920 in Lyons, he was the son of Frank and Mary Brinson.
He was a graduate of Lyons High School.
Survivors include his wife Mary Ann Ross Brinson, two children, two grandchildren, three sisters and two brothers.
He will be buried at Lagro at a later date.
Grandstaff-Hentgen Chapel in Wabash is in charge of arrangements.