Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the FJ Davey Home, on Tuesday July 6th 2021 at the age of 80. Loving and dedicated wife to the late Enzo Braido. Spectacular mother, who will always be remembered by her children, the late Chris (Stephany), Boomer (late Dominica) and Allyson Pulente (John). Brenda was cherished by her 6 granddaughters who considered her to be their dearest friend, as well as their grandmother. Forever missed by Maggie, Maddison, Olivia, Martina, Brooke and Nicole. Daughter of the late Frank and Hazel Bonnin. Sister of the late Gary. Sister-in-law of the late Eda (Cooney), Orlando, Elvira (Al), Gino (Evelyn), Lina (Lorie),Skeets (Anja), Eddy, Woody (Elsie) and Gloria (Walter). Brenda will be missed by an exceptional group of friends who were like family to her. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews from near and far. One of Brenda and Enzo's greatest joy in life was spending time at their summer home in Goulais River. In later years Brenda's passion was spending time with her 6 granddaughters. The fun times, the laughter and hilarious memories will be cherished forever. Brenda was truly one of a kind.
A special thank-you to the first floor Driftwood #1 at the F.J. Davey Home. The care and compassion by the nurses and PSW's this past year and a half has been amazing. You went above and beyond for our mom. We will forever be grateful.
At Brenda's request a private family service has already taken place. Memorial contributions (payable by cheque) to the SAH Renal Dialysis Fund or ARCH would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to O'Sullivan Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 215 St. James St, 705-759-8456.
"We truly never learned what the words " I miss you" were until we reached for our mom's hand and it wasn't there,
"We love you mom and 'thank-you'