May 21, 1944 - October 6, 2021
Dwain Charles Brinley, 77, of Enid, Oklahoma went to his eternal home on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Dwain was born on May 21, 1944 in Woodward, OK to Kenneth and Faye Brinley. He graduated from Garber High School in 1962. After graduating from OSU-Okmulgee, he moved to Long Beach, California and met Betty Cashion. They married on June 7, 1969 and in1972, moved to Enid.
Retiring after 34 years with Southwestern Bell, Dwain and Betty owned/operated The Arbors Assisted Living Center for 15 years.
Dwain loved “God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit,” his son “Big Guy,” and daughter “Punkin.” Other loves included his ‘55 Chevy Bel Aire, ‘67 Mustang Fastback, Honda Gold Wing, squeezing babies’ cheeks, college football, his Mother’s oatmeal raisin cookies, and black licorice. He was a grand story-teller and his favorite Bible verse was Phillippians 4:6.
Dwain is survived by his children: son Jason Brinley and daughter-in-law Susan of Enid, Oklahoma; daughter Jennifer Gordon and son-in-law Kevin, of Las Vegas, Nevada: 6 grandchildren-Mason, Aspen and Hanna Brinley, and Myah, Eli and Ethan Gordon. Dwain is also survived by his sister Beverly Lance and brother-in-law Harold, of Enid, Oklahoma, as well as Obelander and Stoner cousins. Dwain was preceded in death by his parents.
The Celebration of Life will be at 10am on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Enid First Church of the Nazarene on 324 N. Cleveland. Dwain’s nephew, Reverend Steve Lance will officiate. Visitation with the family and viewing will be held at Anderson-Burris Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 12 from 6-7:30pm.
Arrangements under the direction of Anderson-Burris Funeral Home and Crematory. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to the Enid Maine Church of the Nazarene.
Condolences can be made to the family online at Andersonburris.com. Honored to be recognized nationally, the past 6 years, for the Pursuit of Excellence award. Because family matters, let us take care of yours. We are proud to own the only crematory in Garfield county and ensure your loved one receives the care and respect they deserve while never leaving our care. Visit 3002 N. Van Buren, Enid, OK 73703. Call: (580) 233-2700.
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