Richard C. Brinker, 69, of North-ampton, died June 1, 2013. He was the husband of Carolyn (Krause) Brinker for 48 years.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late William C. and Bertha M. (Gaumer) Brinker.

He worked for Royal Manufacturing and Jack Dankel Chevrolet, both in Allentown. He was a store manager for Two Guys from Harrison, Penn Jersey Auto, Gold Star Auto and A & A Auto Parts, from which he retired in 2007.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children, Keith and his wife Dawn of Palmerton, Brenda and her husband Dean Dech of Seemsville, Karen and her husband Jeff Frack of Northampton, Cheryl and her husband John Hudicka of Palmerton, and Diane and her husband Brian Romankow of Shoemakersville; five grandchildren, Jessica, Derek, Kyle, Stephanie and Brayden; a great-grandchild, Evie; and a sister, Marilyn Schmidt of Allentown.

He was predeceased by a sister, Shirley Kressler.

Contributions may be given to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 22nd and Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home Inc., Northampton.