Samuel J Brinson Senior, of Chesapeake, passed away peacefully June 4, 2026, just weeks before his 90th birthday.

Samuel was preceded in death by his siblings, Albert Brinson, Harvey Brinson, Meta Brinson, Francis Moore, Ruth Cipolla, and Lottie Lockey.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Samuel J Brinson Junior (Christine); daughter, Anitra S Lineberry (Brian); stepsons, David Brinson and John Brinson; three grandchildren, one great grandchild, and his beloved rescue cat Kiki.

Prior to retiring, Samuel worked as a machinist at Berkley Machine Works and Foundry Company for more than 50 years.

Samuel loved animals and found joy in caring for “his” many feral cats on Kay Avenue in the South Norfolk area of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Samuel will be buried in a private graveside service in his hometown of New Bern, North Carolina. In lieu of flowers please send donations in his honor to Billy the Kidden Rescue at http://www.PayPal.me/btkrdonation