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Benjamin Brink passed away on the morning of January 13, 2021 after a long fight with type 1 diabetes which led to kidney failure, heart failure and other chronic conditions. Ben was born on May 30, 1954 to Donald and Julia Brink and grew up with his brother, Burt Brink. He is survived by his wife, Ming Brink, and daughter, Zanzan Brink.

Ben earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Ohio University and worked as …
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Raised by 2 people

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  • Ming and Zanzan,  My condolences to you both as well as to you,  brother  Burton. I just learned of Ben's  passing very…
  • Ming and Zanzan,  My condolences to you both as well as to you,  brother  Burton. I just learned of…
  • Ming and Zanzan,  My condolences to you both as well as to you, …
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What were Benjamin's favorite vacation spots?
He loved the travel assignments that took him abroad and he loved shooting at the zo…
He loved the travel assignments that took him abroad and he loved shooting at the zoo in Portl…
He loved the travel assignments that took him abroad and he loved shooting at the zoo in Portland.

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Born

May 30th, 1954
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Passed away

January 13th, 2021
Portland, OR, USA

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Skyline Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
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