Max Brinkmann

December 6, 1987 - February 24, 2022

Max Brinkman’s life began in the German town of Klutz, Germany. He was born to Andreas and Elke Brinkman on December 6th, 1987. Max was an energetic, curious, and precocious young man. From an early age Max showed an athletic interest and ability in sports such as Track & Field and Basketball. Max was a dedicated team player and was always encouraging to his fellow teammates Max journeyed to the United States during his Junior year of High School. He spent this year in Akron, Ohio with the Olson family. During this time he furthered his athletic talent in several team sports. Max returned to Germany to finish his final year of High School, only to return to the United States to attend Lindenwood University on a basketball scholarship while at the same time pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice. Max’s interest in athletics continued after his time at Lindenwood, as he would go on to play 5 seasons of semi-professional football with the Gateway Hawks and Missouri Cyclones. A son was born to Max during this time, Peyton A Brinkman. He was Max’s pride and joy. Max was most happy spending time with Peyton. They both enjoyed the beach and warm weather. Max’s career in law enforcement started as a security guard, eventually leading him to become a licensed Bail Enforcement Agent. Additionally Max was a licensed personal trainer through the Academy of Sports Medicine and Sports Nutritional Expert through the A.F.P.A. Max’s Brinkman’s life journey was completed on 24th of February 2022. He is survived by his parents, Andreas and Elke Brinkman, his partner and girlfriend Amber Criswell and his sweet son Peyton. Max will be missed by all who knew him and by all the lives he touched.