After a long fight at ARCH in the morning of Friday March 24, 2023, at the age of 71. Daughter of the late Howard and Edith. Wife of the late Ron Verkest and best friend and sister of Marnie.
Cremation will take place and in honoring Brenda’s wishes, no service will be held.
Brenda’s family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to all the staff and volunteers at ARCH for all the help given to the family and Brenda during her stay. Thank you as well to Dr. Apostle and Bayshore for the care given to Brenda.
Brenda asked that if you would like to make a donation, you make one to
Women in Crisis (www.womenincrisis.akaraisin.com/ui/generaldonation),
the Sault Ste. Marie Humane (www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/12360?v2=trueSociety),
the Salvation Army (www.donate.salvationarmy.ca/page/76459/donate) or ARCH (www.archhospice.ca/donate).
Plant a tree and hug your pets.
Cremation entrusted through Damignani Burial, Cremation and Transfer Service. www.damignanifunerals.ca (215 St. James Ste., Marie, ON, 705-450-0969)
Remember Me
Don’t remember mw with sadness,
Don’t remember me with tears,
Remember all the laughter,
We’ve shared throughout the years.
Now I am contented
That my life it was worthwhile,
Knowing that I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
When you are walking down the street
And you’ve got me on your mind,
I’m walking in your footsteps
Only half a step behind.
So please don’t be unhappy
Just because I’m out of sight,
Remember that I’m with you
Each morning, noon and night.