Orville “John” Brinser, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026 at his home in Hermiston at the age of 82 surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 30, 1943 in St. Joseph, Mo. to Albert and Viola Callaway Brinser, and later he and his family relocated to Fairview, where he attended Gresham High school. John then served in the Oregon National Guard from 1961 to 1966. He had a strong work ethic, working various jobs before landing at Stanley Hydraulic Tools where he worked for 28 years until he retired. John then moved to La Pine, wishing to live his retirement dream. While in La Pine, he joined a bowling league and became a steadfast member of the senior community until moving to Hermiston in 2020.
John found joy in life’s simple pleasures – time spent with family, camping, hunting, fishing, and watching his favorite team, the Green Bay Packers. His wisdom, humor, and unwavering support will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by those closest to him.
John is survived by his son, Gordon Brinser (Melissa); daughters, Tammy Davis (Lee) and Tracey Johnson (Doug); seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a brother, Ken Brinser (Sue); and various nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
A life well lived, a man deeply loved, and a memory that will endure in the hearts of all who knew him.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1 p.m. at the Lexington Cemetery.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Mountain View Golf Course in Boring.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in John’s memory to Vange John Memorial Hospice Education Fund in care of Burns Mortuary of Hermiston, P.O. Box 289, Hermiston, Ore., 97838.
Please share memories of John with his family at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com.
Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.
