John L. Brine 1936-2025

John was born May 17, 1936, in Girard, a son to John and Mary Altiero Brine.

He was a 1954 graduate of Girard High School. He attended Ohio Northern University, receiving a master’s degree in pharmacy.

For over 30 years, John was the proud owner and operator of Brine Pharmacy, which he opened in 1972. Through decades of dedication, compassion and care, he served generations of families, not just as a pharmacist, but as a helper and friend to all.

Outside of work, John enjoyed going golfing and many casino trips.

Friends of John would describe him as a “no-nonsense” and “down-to-earth” kind of guy.

John was a member of St. Rose Church, Knights of Columbus and the IFH Club.

John leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 61 years, Lena “Peggy” McCort Brine, whom he married Sept. 7, 1963; his children, Bart (Sandy) Brine of Salem, David (Denise) Brine of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Beverly (Bill) Hegarty of Poland and Tracie (Sean) Kalic of Weston, Missouri; sister, Betty Estes of Girard; and grandchildren, Zachary, Seth, Logan, Jacob, Sarah, McKenzie, Evan and Katheryn.

Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, Lewis Brine.

A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Blackstone Funeral Home in Girard, where the family will receive relatives and friends 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

John will be laid to rest in Girard City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Disabled American Veterans organization or the Boys Town foundation, in John’s honor.

Visit www.blackstonefuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send any expressions of sympathy to the Brine family.

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