Anne Joan (Kugler) Brink
OBITUARY
Anne Joan (Kugler) Brink of Olyphant, Pennsylvania, passed away on March 22, 2026, at the age of 55. She was born to the late Earl J. Kugler, Sr. and Ann Rose (Gerrity) Kugler, on May 19, 1970, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Out of their 5 children, she was their only daughter.
After graduating from West Scranton High School in 1989, she held a position as a secretary as well as various other jobs in search of one that fit, unbeknownst at the time that marriage and motherhood were instead her true calling.
Anne met her best friend, first and only love, Lewis, in 1987. They married on July 4, 1992, and shared 36 wonderful years together. Through the good and the bad, she always referred to him as her rock.
Anne loved being a mom, was tremendously proud of both of her sons, and one of her greatest joys in life was being a grandmother to her 2 grandchildren. She immensely enjoyed watching her granddaughter grow into the person she has become and had so much pride and love for her grandson.
Anne enjoyed needlepoint, completing diamond art pictures for her loved ones, and spending time with her family in any capacity. She had an infectious laugh, cared genuinely for those close to her, and had a heart the size of an ocean.
A devoted wife, dedicated mother, and doting grandmother, Anne protected all of those she cared about and selflessly helped those in need without hesitation.
Anne was truly loved by all who knew her and those who were fortunate enough to have, will never forget the strong, loving, caring, and amazing woman that she was. She was a light in many peoples lives, and her shine will be deeply missed.
Surviving in addition to her husband are, sons Nicholas J. Brink and fiance Katie Kelly; Christopher L. Brink and fiance Gabrielle Zaino; grandchildren Madelynn L. Brink and Lucas J. Zaino; brothers Joseph E. Kugler and wife Marialise; James H. Kugler and wife Leisa; Earl J. Kugler, Jr. and wife Tina; Kevin G. Kugler and wife Shannon; and many nieces and nephews who she loved wholeheartedly.
A celebration of Anne’s life will be Thursday at the Kevin K. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 125 N. Main Ave., Scranton, where family and friends may pay their respects between 4-7:00 PM. Blessing services will be at 7:00 PM. Private burial, Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center c/o 401 Penn Ave., Scranton, Pa. 18503, or to the college funds of her grandchildren, Madelynn and Lucas.
Please visit the funeral homes website for directions or to leave a condolence.
Anne Joan (Kugler) Brink
March 22, 2026