Paul “Tony” A. Briner, 48, passed away Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Fort Wayne. Born in Greenfield, IN, Tony worked as a diesel mechanic for Bell Equipment Services in Garrett, IN. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy and was a member of American Legion Post #330 New Haven being the Sergeant at Arms for the Legion Riders and Mad Anthony Hog Chapter. He enjoyed farming and riding his motorcycle. Above all he enjoyed spending time with his children, family, and friends. Surviving are his parents Ron and Cheryl Sides of Albion; son Charles “C.J.” Briner of Roanoke; daughter, Sara Briner of Arizona; sisters, Angela Collis of Albion and Judy (Mark) Medler of Waterloo; many aunts, uncles, nephews, and cousins; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; aunt, Debbie; and uncle P.J. Service is 10:30 am, Friday, October 12, 2018 at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley funeral Home, 1320 E Dupont Road with an hour of calling prior to the service. Calling at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Funeral Home, Thursday, October 11, 2018, 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Memorials may be made to the Disabled Veterans or Safe Haven. To sign the online guest book, go to www.domccombandsons.com.