Rest in Peace Robert Linkenhoker
It is with deep regret that the Brewster Fire Department announces the death of active Firefighter Robert "Link" Linkenhoker, which occurred on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024, at the age of 53.
Robert or "Link," as we all knew him by, joined the Brewster Fire Department in November of 1998. He quickly fell in love with the Rescue Company and tirelessly worked to ensure he was always prepared and highly trained in vehicle extrication. He was seen by many as the Company Officer’s "right-hand man" because they knew he could be relied upon to run the rescue company and their operations efficiently. In 2019, Link became one of the Department's Board of Directors, where he served until the end of 2021. While always looking for a way to help the financial aspect of the fire department, he was instrumental in the design and sales of our very own BFD Challenge Coin.
Link was a proud employee of the Village of Brewster. Family, friends, community members and Fire Department Responders would see his infectious smile and his famous wave as we passed him several times throughout any given day.
Link's laughter and well-timed sense of humor has created everlasting memories for all of those who knew him and those memories will continue to provide the warmth and joy he so casually instilled in us with his presence.
Please keep all of his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Calling hours will take place as follows;
Wake
Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Beechers Funeral Home
1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster NY 10509
2pm until 6pm.
There will be a Fire Department Prayer Service (Full Dress Uniform) at 5pm.
Funeral
Monday, October 21st, 2024
Beechers Funeral Home
1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster NY 10509
10am.
Following a short service, a procession will bring Link for his Last alarm, passed the Brewster FD headquarters to the Cemetery.
Raymond Hill Cemetery
165 NY-52, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512
Friends and Family are welcomed back to the Fire House for a collation upon leaving the cemetery.
Brewster Fire Department
501 North Main Street,
Brewster, NY 10509
In lieu of flowers, the Linkenhoker family has asked that donations be made in Robert's memory to the Brewster Fire Department.
Michael Miller, Chief of Department
Robert or "Link," as we all knew him by, joined the Brewster Fire Department in November of 1998. He quickly fell in love with the Rescue Company and tirelessly worked to ensure he was always prepared and highly trained in vehicle extrication. He was seen by many as the Company Officer’s "right-hand man" because they knew he could be relied upon to run the rescue company and their operations efficiently. In 2019, Link became one of the Department's Board of Directors, where he served until the end of 2021. While always looking for a way to help the financial aspect of the fire department, he was instrumental in the design and sales of our very own BFD Challenge Coin.
Link was a proud employee of the Village of Brewster. Family, friends, community members and Fire Department Responders would see his infectious smile and his famous wave as we passed him several times throughout any given day.
Link's laughter and well-timed sense of humor has created everlasting memories for all of those who knew him and those memories will continue to provide the warmth and joy he so casually instilled in us with his presence.
Please keep all of his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Calling hours will take place as follows;
Wake
Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Beechers Funeral Home
1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster NY 10509
2pm until 6pm.
There will be a Fire Department Prayer Service (Full Dress Uniform) at 5pm.
Funeral
Monday, October 21st, 2024
Beechers Funeral Home
1 Putnam Avenue, Brewster NY 10509
10am.
Following a short service, a procession will bring Link for his Last alarm, passed the Brewster FD headquarters to the Cemetery.
Raymond Hill Cemetery
165 NY-52, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512
Friends and Family are welcomed back to the Fire House for a collation upon leaving the cemetery.
Brewster Fire Department
501 North Main Street,
Brewster, NY 10509
In lieu of flowers, the Linkenhoker family has asked that donations be made in Robert's memory to the Brewster Fire Department.
Michael Miller, Chief of Department