Elaine M. Brinkman

Elaine M. Brinkman, of Bowie, died January 16. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, and was a fan of the Washington Redskins and the Nationals. She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, David Brinkman; three children, Debbie Lane and husband John, David P. Brinkman, and Ron Brinkman and wife Colleen; brother, Bob Moschorak; sister, Carol Rusiniak; one grandson; and five granddaughters; A Memorial Gathering will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, January 23, at the Beall Funeral Home, 6512 NW Crain Hwy. (Rte. 3 South), Bowie. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Friday, January 24, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 12010 Woodmore Rd., Mitchellville. Interment private. If desired, contributions may be made to American Lung Association, National Headquarters, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004.