T. Elvin Wollbrink

T. Elvin Wollbrink 85 of Quincy, formerly of Tioga, passed away May 16, 2024 after his battle with cancer. This is basically the second time he died though. February 14, 2022 he decided to shop for ice-cream and collapsed in the store. After store manager and EMT’s revived him, he recalled seeing only darkness which prompted him to dig deeper into life after death. He became a believer in Jesus, and we know he is with him now. Not everyone gets that second chance. Elvin was born November 16, 1938, in rural Hancock County and was the 5th child of 6 to Marvin and Louise Wollbrink. He married Sue (Dudley) Wollbrink Aug. 18, 1956 and they spent 61 years together until her death in 2017. He was a tender caregiver to Sue for the last years of her life and an incredible example of compassion and dedication. As a young father Elvin worked hard, sometimes working more than one job to provide for his growing family so his wife could stay home and raise their four children who in turn learned by his example. Being a jack of all trades helped him save several pennies fixing things around the house, farm, and rental properties. His winnings at the “boat” also added to his funds that he was willing to share with those in need of financial assistance. Elvin left a legacy in his surviving children: Bryce (Donna Renoad), Brian (Lynda) & Lyle (Chris), 6 grandchildren: Nicole Wofford, Jennifer (Kevin) Bolin, Ashley Harness, Crystal (Matt) Clark, Dale Wollbrink, & Torie (Ryan) Perry, and 9 great grandchildren: Jaden Harness, Alexis Wofford, Jacob & Savannah Bolin, Elliot, Garret, Scarlet, Bennet Clark, & Reagan Wollbrink. He is also survived by 1 brother Meb (Judith) Wollbrink, a very dear friend Velma Brackensick & a special little friend August who called him “Pa Pa”. Throughout his 85 years he mourned the loss of his parents, wife, 4 siblings- Ronnie, Dale, Leland & Leona (Onie) Crouch, daughter Lisa (Bobby) Ellis, and 2 grandchildren- Jenessa and Carl. The family wishes to extend many thanks to the Blessing Hospice team that professionally and tenderly took care of Elvin during his last several months. What a blessing the staff and volunteers have been and in lieu of flowers we would like to direct any memorials for Elvin to this service for the many people they are still caring for. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw with burial to follow in the Bethany United Church of Christ Cemetery in Tioga. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until time of services at 11:00 at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. Memorials may be directed to Blessing Hospice in Quincy. Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.