I heard of Brinley's death only a few days ago. I knew him for many years during his employment and afterwards.
He was unfailingly kind, generous and excellent company. He joined us on a family holiday to Scotland where he endeared himself to all and was particularly pleased to be stand beside the plaque shown.
All the doctors and nurses from Oxford who knew him miss him sorely.
God bless you Brinley.

Dear Friends and Family of Brinley,

I knew Brinley very well over several years in my role as medical adviser to his employer and first met him when he applied for the job. I have just heard today of his untimely passing and need to express my deep sorrow and this short tribute.

The mass of condolences I have found online are a testament to the extent of grief suffered by his friends, colleagues and family and the significance of this tragedy to so many people in all walks of life.

I recognised Brinley’s qualities at our first meeting and particularly his sense of loyalty and duty to his own family and to his former employer and then to his future position that persisted during and after this new appointment where he was the outstanding candidate.

His work was impeccable in a highly demanding and important role so that with his immaculate personal standards he became a role model for his co-workers.

Brinley kept in touch with me and most of his colleagues from that time of his life and there is a profound sense of loss amongst us all.

God bless him.

Dr John Ind

I found out today this saddest of news. I tried to telephone Brinley to invite him to dinner with mum and I when we return to Alnwick in October. We met dear Brinley last year when we stayed at the Cookie jar and he was truly one of life's dearest, kindest and most special of people. We kept in touch and during these months, we've shared stories and messages about life in service and more. He was so kind to my mother and I and we so wanted to see him again/. I send my heartfelt wishes to his family and am lost for words. May he rest in peace and may his unique spirit live on and on. Dear Brinley, I'm so sorry we won't meet again but know that you meant so very much to us even though we only met over a short stay in Alnwick. I send so much love to your family and we will forever remember the wonder of you. Hannah

I literally only just found out today, 2nd July 2020, and I'm utterly devastated. I instantly spoke to my dad who was his head of house at the High School. Brinley was always so calm and polite and a delight to be around and this is a loss to us all as a community. What a brilliant man to lose. Love to all concerned. That gulf must be vast. Much love and Brinley, we will miss you so much. Lord Warkworth.

I remember Brinley as a small boy, such a sweet and proper little lad, he and his beautiful sister Clare such happy little souls. Very sad news - sincere condolences to the whole family.