Brenda Joyce Carpenter, 73, passed on June 02, 2022. She was born to Samuel Taylor and Mary Willis in Detroit, Michigan on July 21, 1948. She has one surviving sister, Bernadine Butler. Other siblings Faye, Loretta, Denise, Hubert & Afrika, all no longer with us.

She raised 2 children Oria Thomas McClain III, Nicole Derise McClain. She is also survived by 2 grandsons, Rudolph Victor Robinson III "Tre" and Dienekes Phillips.

Brenda worked at Veterans Administration - Canteen Kitchen until she retired in 2011 and was passionate about affecting the most positive change in people.

My guardian angel who always spoke life into the ones she loved, always lifting me up and being a listening ear when I needed one! I love u grandma and I'm happy u dont have to suffer in this wicked world anymore. I know your energy is always with me and I'm never alone! FLY HIGH MY BABY Love Tre'

My grandma who was always there for me. I miss our talks about my art! She always encouraged me to keep drawing!! I knew she loved me. I wish I could have more time with my grandma to draw with her & practice my cursive with her! I will always remember & love her...Rest In Peace Grandma...Love Dienekes.

You didn't take no mess or play games but all the same sweet as pie. You treated me as if I were your grandchild, gave advice when I needed, and love with the warmth of the sun. You will be missed tremendously but glad you're no longer in pain and can rest peacefully. Much love Chantel.

Brenda carpenter was an angel on earth and more. She was one of the most understanding and pleasant women I've ever had the pleasure of crossing paths with. Her smile lit up the room and her laughter brought us all great joy many days throughout the years. She could make a big problem seem like such a small problem with her soothing voice and soft touch. She will be truly missed...Love Cici

I wish I could go back 60 years and make things better. I love and miss her. Love Bernadine

Mrs Brenda was one of the kindest souls that I have ever known. She always had the most beautiful smile, along with some very encouraging words, just to show that she genuinely cared...she will be missed!!! Love Ray

I never knew anyone who was so forgiving and kindhearted from the moment she would first meet you. If you were at your lowest she seemed as if she had this energy that was so wise and comforting that it will be alright. I was never raised by grandma but  from the day Ms.Nicole first let me into her house they both looked at me and cared for me as if I was their third son. She will always travel and be with us everyday, maybe not physically but from the things she showed us; the rights and the wrongs. The things she would teach us, the memories. Everything. Love and miss you Grandma Love Dan, see you later

I’m definitely gonna miss moms she was always so loving and caring to not only me but my kids as well, she spoke nothing but good things about me she was so encouraging and uplifting I remember going thru the hardest time and my life and would say you will be ok with a smile, I know you resting now you will be Miss always until we meet again Love Kila and the kids

Our Momma/G MA Brenda.... One who was Patient, kind and true. Like no other friend that would be the same to you. When others would forsake you, to Mother we return. For all her loving kindness, she would ask for nothing in return. When we reminisce about her life, sweet memories we recall. Of a woman full of sunshine and a smile for one and all...Unless she didn't like you for good reason....lol. Most High...take this message to our dear Mother/Grandmother up above. Tell her how we miss her and give her all of our Love..... Rest in Paradise Momma/GrandMa Brenda. Love Vic

She was an amazing mother & grandmother. Selfless, kind, caring & she loved the Lord.

Brenda always had a kind word for others & she never gave up. Taking time to care for others in their time of need.

My mom, Brenda "Lil Bren" will be missed! Mama, I'll always be your puddin'!