Grief truly has no timeline.  I guess it’s the price we pay for love.  Tonight has been very difficult.  I just miss you, dad.  I truly miss you.

Today marks the 10th year of your passing.  I guess it seems fitting,  that Tina finally finished my memory bear.  After 10 very long years of waiting,  I finally got it this month.  That said,  it was like getting a hug from heaven.  
I love and miss you more than words can ever express.

I hope you heard my prayers today.  Some things cannot be expressed in words.  Happy Father’s Day, dad.  I love and miss you so very much.

Happy Valentine’s Day, dad.  You will always and forever be my favorite Valentine!  Love you miss you!

Happy birthday, dad.  I love and miss you more than words can ever express.  🙏🏻

Happy heavenly Father’s Day, dad.  I miss you more than you will ever know.  🙏🏻❤️

Happy heavenly birthday, dad.  I miss you more than you will ever know.  

Happy Valentine’s Day , dad.  You are always loved, and will forever be missed.

Happy birthday,  Dad!  Love and miss you!

From the time I was a little girl and you gave me my first rose,  you always made me feel special on Valentine’s Day.  It may have been just a card, candy, flowers, or sometimes it was all 3.  But you never failed to make me feel loved and special.  Those memories I will carry with me for the rest of my life.  Missing you, my very first Valentine.

Happy heavenly birthday, dad.  You are always in my thoughts, and will forever be missed. 🕊

Tomorrow will mark the 6th year of your passing.  Six years without your beautiful smile and your wonderful laughter .  You are always loved, and will forever be missed.

For everyone else, today marks the 5th year of your passing.  But for me, it’s no different than any other day.  You will always be remembered, and forever missed....today, tomorrow, and always.

Missing you so much on this Father's Day.  You taught me so much on faith and family.  Your strength through Judy's cancer and my brain tumor....I truly don't have words on how much I love and miss you!    I'm so lucky to be your daughter and to be able to call you "dad"!:

Gene I didn't know you passed my brother, I called today to ask you a question as I've done since I got out of the marines and I was told you had passed I am so sorry my condolences to your family

This day a year ago we laid you to rest. But you will never be forgotten. I will always remember the last thing you said to me and cherish those words.           Love your sister Kathy

Dad, may you have the best birthday ever with our heavenly father.  May God bless you and cradle you in the Palm of his hand, now and always.  I love you.

I want to express my sympathies in the passing of Gene Brainer.  He was working my case via AmVets and through the years we encouraged each other through our health issues.  He was a kind man and will be missed.

On behalf of James A., James G. and Pat Faulk we extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful man that we had the pleasure to know. My parents visited Gene on Tuesday in ICU for almost 3 hours - we send our thoughts and prayers to all that loved this truely special man !!! Just heartbroken that heaven needed another angel :( Many prayers sent

My deepest condolences to Judith and the family.  Mr. Brainer was a great friend to the veterans of this nation.  He personally helped my family and me from my departure of service in 2007 until May of this year.  My regret will always be not making it to Louisville and thanking him in person.  His guidance and advice aided us during hard times.  He was always quick to express his appreciation for veterans and reluctant to except my appreciation for his.  May God bless you and your family.

Words cannot adequately express the loss I feel about the home-going of Gene Brainer.  He was a wonderful friend; Vet Rep.; mentor and person. I was so happy when he attended my graduation at Spalding University in 2012, and I will treasure that moment and his memory.  My sincere condolences to the family.  May God bless and keep you all.  Sincerely, Candice Starks

I wanted to express my sincerest condolences over Gene's passing. I don't know that anyone can put a number on the amount of veterans that Gene helped during his time as a VSO. I never got to meet him in person, but spoke several times on the phone. I directed many veterans to see him through my work as a readjustment counselor with the Nashvile Vet Center. He will be sorely missed.  With heartfelt regards,
Dan Edwards LPC/MHSP, NCC
Clinical Coordinator / Readjustment Counselor 
Nashville Vet Center

Katonna:   Thanks for responding and letting me know how the funeral went.   Would loved to have attended, but just couldn' get my  act together.   I last saw your Dad in May 2008 when I stopped by  briefly on my way from Chicago to Tennessee.  We did exchange Xmas cards, tho.  He even called me on his birthday one year.     Next time I come through Louisville, I'll stop and share a few Gene Brainer sea stories with you.   Could you please  e-mail me your Aunt Linda's phone number at jocssmith@verizon.net?   Again, Katonna,  my sincere condolences.   Even tho I haven't seen you since you were about five, I am aware how close you and your Dad were.   Steve Smith

I knew Gene when I worked for the VA and he always, always found answers to my questions and worked diligently to serve the veterans of Kentucky.  My prayers are for his wife and daughters that will find peace in their hearts and time will come when they can remember their loved one with tales and laughter.

I knew Gene when I worked at the VA, and he worked diligently for the veterans with whom he had contact.
My prayers are for his wife and daughters that they will, over time, be able to think of Gene with peace of heart and be able to share tall tales with much reminiscing and laughter.

Prayers go out to your entire family. I am Steve Smith's sister from Tennessee. 
Brenda Anderson

Godspeed my friend...you were there for me during the toughest times in my life... I owe you a debt that I can never repay....I'll miss your laugh and your fatherly advice....I hope when my time rolls around, I handle it with the grace,courage and dignity that you had....you showed no fear...instead you rose to help each one of us through it....'Everything will be ok'...that is etched in my mind...."At the end of life you are defined by two dates and a dash----make the most of the dash"....You did and I'm honored to have been a small part of it. May God cradle you in His loving arms and may He give us comfort in your absence.....

Judi:   Please accept my condolences on behalf of the entire Brainer Family.   Gene was one of my long-time best friends.   We served four years together in the Navy, I was an usher in his first wedding; he best man in mine.  Gene was a great American and his excellent services  on behalf of our disabled veterans was widely known and appreciated.   Steve Smith

Lots of fond memories ole shipmate, especially from our liberties in Western Pacific ports and our ramblings up and down the California, Oregon and Washington coasts.   Just got out the cruise books which high-lights our experiences.   As a former Veterans Counselor, I applaud you on all you did for our disabled veterans.   In your new port of call, I wish you fair winds and following seas.   Steve Smith, yer ole shipmate from Hot Rock, TN.

Gene wss a wonderful person who will be greatly missed.  Gene helped my family out when my son and husband returned from Iraq.  We became good friends and he is a friend that all will miss.  To Gene's family I am sorry for your loss and you will be in my prayers.

My sincere sympathies to my old friends from William Street on the loss of your dear brother.Many fond memories of spending time with your family.Barbara Zimmerer Cissell

My Heart felt sorrow to Gene's Family.  I pray that God places his healing hands upon Gene's family in their time of need, and that the memories of Gene never fade away.

Brian and Jessica, Sorry to hear of the loss of your Uncle Gene. I met him several times in the past at family functions and he was always fun to be around. My prayers to you and the entire Brainer family.

Lisa,I am so sorry for the loss of your brother may the Lord watch over your whole family and help you threw the hardest days ever.I knew him only threw our facebook games but he was such a nice person and very funny i know you all will miss him very much.

I met Gene many years ago while working for the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs. Throughout these years, I had a lot of contact with Gene. He was always so warm and giving. No matter if I came to his office unexpectedly with a problem, Gene greeted me as if I was the most important person. He dropped everything and worked the problem out with me. He cared deeply for the veterans and their families. Gene will be greatly missed by so many.

I am very sorry to hear of the death of Gene Brainer. Gene was a tremendous help to my parents. My father was a WW II Navy veteran and was paralyzed by a stroke at the age of 70. Gene helped process my father's claim with the VA resulting in a number of benefits to my dad. Gene always returned phone calls and answered my questions in a cheerful manner. He was a joy to work with and got tangible results. I am truly saddened at the thought of his passing.

The Brainer family and all of us veterans that Gene helped has lost wonderful human being .I knew Gene for about 10 years. He was a great guy who cared about his family of which he talked about constantly; He also sure cared about his veterans he fought hard for you if you were a client of his.I will never forget his belly laughs and that smile ,my friend you will be missed and never will be replaced.Thank you for sharing a little of your life with me.

The veterans community throughout the state of Kentucky has lost it's best service rep. I always turned to Gene whenever any of the veterans with whom I was working as a psychologist needed help in filing a claim. Gene was compassionate, highly motivated and never forgot the bond that all of us have from serving in Vietnam. My prayers are with Gene's family in this time of difficulty. He is truly in a well earned and deserved better place.

Our condolences & prayers to the family. Knew Gene quite well during our formitive years at St. John & St. X. Always enjoyed his & the family's company whether it be at the "Broadway Show" on Sun. or at home at 626 E. Fehr or on William St.. God Bless, Bob & Dolores (Vanover) Moody

"Genie, I love your warm smile, your big hugs, and your wise advice. They will surely be missed. Judy, Katonna, Kathy, and Kimberly my prayers are with you all. Never did he miss calling me on the 4th of July to sing me happy birthday, I will cherish the memories."
With Love,

I am so very sorry for your loss - Gene was a very special man and is smiling down on all of you right now. Looking at the pictures- it reminded me of the twinkle always in his eyes-he is up there now enjoying  Mack and teasing Liz and Joyce

Thank you for your service to our country .  Rest in God's eternal peace.  From a grateful American .

Mr. Brainer was working with my husband on his VA claim.  He was the first one we spoke with who actually listened and tried to help. Thank you, Mr. Brainer, for your service to our country and your obvious dedication to helping other veterans.

so sorry to hear of your loss Judy, loving thoughts are with you

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I've worked with Gene ever since he became a AMVETS National Service Officer. No one did it with more compassion and dedication. The veterans are in mourning today in the loss of a friend. Gene, May You Rest in Peace
Joe Doebler
AMVETS Executive Director

Marty and I are so very sorry to hear of Gene's passing.He was such a hard worker and caring man for his Veterans. Prayers are with the family.Gene is loved and will be missed by many. God Bless you Gene!

We are so sorry to hear about Gene. I will always remember his happy spirit. We are praying for you all during this difficult time

Keeping all of you in our prayers. He will be missed.

All our love,
Briana, Gareth, Kennah and Katie.

May God forever bless Gene and his family.             Larrie G. Louden

I'm so sorry for the lost of Gene.  I worked with Gene in AMVETS.  He will be missed.

Katonna, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Chris

My deep sympathy to your family and friends...I remember Eugene and Richard from elementary school years at St. John School...we all had Sister Restituta...and Fr. Robert Willett.  Those were good years.  May you know God's comfort and peace in your sorrow.  My prayers are with you all.
Sister Deanna Margaret Davenport, SCN

I had a smile on my face looking through the pictures that were included.  Judy, you and Gene are the BEST neighbors and friends we could of asked for.  He will be missed and you have our prayers.
Peggy and Terry Skelton

Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. Eugene (Fred) was a wonderful person and friend. I will miss him dearly.
Claudia (Benny) Vingleman

Katonna,
I am praying for you and all who knew and loved your father, I pray for comfort and peace, wisdom and understanding in this difficult time.
Lift your eyes to your heavenly Father for strength!

God Bless you and your family.  Our prayers are with you. The Allgood's

Gene, It was a pleasure working with you at the VA. Your veterans will miss you and your caring and dedication to help them. I will miss you for your knowledge and your wit and of course your wonderful laugh. May you rest now as your duty to your country is now complete. To Gene's family, please accept my condolences on your loss.

Katonna and Judy,
So, so sorry for your loss.  Gene was a very special man and I am thankful for the gift of knowing him.   I will remember that great sense of humor and the twinkle he got in his eyes when he knew he "got ya".  He will be missed by so many.  May God bless you all and wrap his loving and comforting arms around each of you.
Love and prayers to all his family,

to the brainer family my deepest condolences. the world is a little less friendly when one of the best leaves us .My wife and Delia and I will pray for you all

Judy,
It was a pleasure meeting and spending time with Gene- I will always remember his great personality and smile.  Please know that you  have many friends in your OAK family, call on us for support.  Much love and hugs...

OBITUARIO

Eugene Mack Brainer

25 diciembre, 1938 – 20 agosto, 2014

Arch L. Heady and Son Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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