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I can remember as a child Valerie and I would often ride in a paddle boat with Brenda while attending the Brant reunion in Kalamazoo. It was great fun. I have fond memories of Brenda, Valerie and Anita, whom I was named after. I look forward to seeing them again in heaven.
Anita Malbone Kline
May 8th, 2012 at 12:00am
My sympathy to this family. I have fond memories of Brenda as our families camped together in earlier years, even out to Colorado. She was always a lady and had a beautiful smile. Heaven has just acquired a new star. Prayers that God will give you peace in days ahead.
Harriet
May 8th, 2012 at 12:00am
We are so saddened by Brenda's passing. We have known her since she was a little girl when she and her family and we would go snowmobiiling together. She was a nice little girl and grew up to be a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe and Jenny and all her family.
oscar and Wanda Bergstrom
May 8th, 2012 at 12:00am
Brenda was a wonderful fun person.. Her and I met in High School and we had so much fun.. You can tell by all the writing she did in my year book!!! I will be praying for you all.. I know Brenda will be greatly missed by all who knew her.. Rhonda
Rhonda Thompson
May 8th, 2012 at 12:00am
Joe and Jennie and family of Brenda.
Dallas and Julie White
May 9th, 2012 at 12:00am
HI THERE, SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS JOE.I WENT TO GRADE SCHOOL AND THRU HIGH SCHOOL WITH BRENDAS MOM, ANITA KUHN. SHE WAS A NEIGHBOR THAT LIVED UP THE STREET FROM ME WHILE I WAS GROWING UP. PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHY. BYE FOR NOW. JUDY BERKINS LAHAIE, ADA, MICHIGAN.
JUDY BERKINS LAHAIE
May 9th, 2012 at 12:00am
Joe...
Chuck Keebler
May 9th, 2012 at 12:00am
I am deeply saddened by the news of Brenda's Passing. We had been friends for years and got really close during our high school years. Living In Iowa I didn't know Brenda was Ill. God Bless Her Husband and her 2 sons! Prayers are with you all!
Sue Richmond Edmark
May 9th, 2012 at 12:00am
Blake,
Joe Holman
May 9th, 2012 at 12:00am
Blake, Alex, Matt, Joe and Jennie,
Joyce Weber
May 10th, 2012 at 12:00am
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin, Brenda. Losing a wife and mother is one of life's most difficult tragedies. Your family is in our thoughts, prayers, and close to our hearts during your time of loss and grieving.
Michael & Misty Stezowski, Sr.
May 10th, 2012 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. She was a wonderful person nad will be missed. God bless each member of the family.
James Malbone
May 10th, 2012 at 12:00am
I, too remember those reunions at the park. Going to the zoo and riding the rides. It was fun because us kids knew that Valerie and Brenda would be there. I also remember how we looked forward to the visits to your home where there were always fun games to play. Brenda, Valerie and Anita have left us here on earth, but it is with joy in our hearts that we can know that we will see them again in heaven.
Jami Malbone
May 10th, 2012 at 12:00am
Blake and family - So sorry for your loss.
Mark Bitman
May 11th, 2012 at 12:00am
We were so sad to hear this news, and we send our deepest sympathy.Rachel was "one" of Mrs.Certa's countless students who were blessed to have spent time with her, she touched many childern's lives, and in that made them better people, both now and as they grow. Our prayers are with her and your entire family, God Bless You All during this difficult time.
Dwayne,Debbie and Rachel Barks
May 11th, 2012 at 12:00am
I met Mrs. Certa through her two sons while working at DQ with them. She was a very nice person who also had a sense of humor. My condolences to Alex and Matt and the entire family.
Zack Hajduk
May 12th, 2012 at 12:00am
Blake:
Josh Spencer
May 13th, 2012 at 12:00am
Joe, Jennie & family of Brenda
Maureen & John Lewandowski
May 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
Mrs. Certa was my third grade teacher and I couldn't imagine having a more patient and caring teacher. She had an entire unit dedicated to baseball, and boy was she sneaky. Here I was thinking I was just learning about baseball and she was actually teaching me math. MATH!?! It was a pleasure to have her in my life for a short time. The people who knew her longer were truly blessed.
Vince Botta
May 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
Dear Certa Family,
Lenore Erickson
May 14th, 2012 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear about Brenda's passing. I was lucky enough to have her for a student teacher. She and her mom had the most wonderful personalities. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Sue Gibbs
May 16th, 2012 at 12:00am
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Certa taught my son, Jacob for 4th grade and he has wonderful memories of her. He just felt terrible when he found out. God Bless your family.
Jamie Leitsch
May 24th, 2012 at 12:00am
Oh, Brenda, I can't believe you're gone! You will be sorely missed. Blake, Alex, and Matt, I'm so terribly sorry!!!! You know she has a very special place in heaven. She'll be in our hearts forever!
Julie Barringer
October 13th, 2012 at 12:00am
Blake,
Vicki Lambert Rodden
June 16th, 2013 at 12:00am
