Brenda Gail Owens

Brenda Gail Owens, beloved daughter of the late Jeane A. Jones and Julius Owens, was born on November 2, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio. After a life filled with love, hard work, faith, and devotion to her family, Brenda peacefully answered the Lord's call and went home to be with Him on October 9, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.

Brenda was a proud graduate of East High School in Columbus, Ohio. She began her professional journey in a clerical position at the State Hospital, where she laid the foundation for a dedicated career marked by perseverance, commitment, and a strong work ethic. She later built a distinguished career in procurement at the Defense Supply Center Columbus (DCSC), where she worked for many years until her retirement. Throughout her working years, Brenda also held positions at Capital University and the Columbus City School Board.

Brenda was a devoted mother of five beautiful children, whom she worked diligently to raise with the values of education, determination, independence, and hard work. She led by example, demonstrating the importance of perseverance and taking pride in everything she did. Her children, grandchildren, great and great- great grandchildren were a tremendous part of her life. They all called her Ganmoder! She managed to love on every last one in some special way. Her love for her family remained a constant throughout the years as the family grew and got bigger.

Outside of her professional life, Brenda enjoyed many interests and adventures. She was an avid bowler who participated in a bowling league for many years, forming friendships and creating cherished memories along the way. Brenda was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She also loved to travel and was fortunate to experience different places and cultures, including a memorable trip abroad to Paris, France. Brenda embraced life's experiences and created a lifetime of stories and memories that will continue to be shared by those who knew and loved her.

Brenda's faith was an important part of her life. She was baptized at Church of Christ Apostolic Faith and later became a member of Mount Herman Baptist Church. She loved God, and her faith carried her through life's joys, challenges, and seasons of uncertainty. Her journey on earth has ended, but her spirit, love, and the impact she made on those around her will live on for generations to come.

Brenda was deeply loved and will forever be cherished by her family. Her life was a testament to strength, dedication, resilience, and the enduring power of a mother's love. Though her family mourns her passing, they can find comfort in knowing that she is now resting in the arms of the Lord, free from pain and suffering.

Brenda is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Jeane A.(Walter)Jones, Julius Owens, and her youngest son, Terrence Owens Sr.

Brenda leaves to cherish her precious memories her loving children: Kim Levette Tukes, Douglas Eugene (Rhonda) Kendrick, Vickie Lynn Kendrick, and Tyrone Cortez (Alice) Kendrick.

She also leaves a host of beloved grandchildren, including Ebony Tukes, Malikah (Demitrius) Cotton, Tamara Landry, Raven Disante, Tiara Kendrick, Antonio Mitchell, Arianna Kendrick, Alexis Kendrick, Ahkilah Pendergrass, Shawntese Smith, Tia Reynolds, Brandy Reynolds, Terrence Owens Jr. (#1 Team Owens), Chaz Dawson, Donyale Revels Sr, Tashonda Owens, Tamarra Owens, Shayona Owens, Brenda's memory will also be treasured by her special cousins, Alfonso a.k.a Pukie, (Jackie) Burke, and Joyce Owens, along with her many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, extended family members, dear friends, and all who were blessed to know her.

Forever in Our Hearts

Though Brenda, our Ganmoder, has departed this earthly life, the love she gave, the lessons she taught, the memories she created, and the legacy she leaves behind will never be forgotten. Her family will continue to carry her spirit in their hearts, finding comfort in the memories of a life well lived and a woman who was loved beyond measure.

Rest peacefully, Brenda. Your work on earth is done, your suffering is over, and your eternal home awaits. Mom, our precious Ganmoder, you will forever be loved, forever be missed, and forever remain a cherished part of the hearts you leave behind.

"To be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." - 2 Corinthians 5:8