Brenda S. Mendenhall

She was a foster care specialist for Arkansas Social Services and then a Casework Supervisor in Sebastian County. She then worked alongside her father at J.L. Swink Commercial Warehouses for many years. She was a member of the Junior League of Fort Smith, an avid bridge player, and a member of First United Methodist Church. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Robert L. Mendenhall; her daughter, Leigh Anne Farmer and husband Kevin of Fayetteville; her son, Brian Richards and wife Kimberly of Fort Smith; her step son, Bobby Mendenhall and wife Gina of Fort Smith, her step son, John Mendenhall and wife Amy of Fort Smith; her grandchildren, Owen and Elliot Richards and Bennett and Finley Farmer; her step grandchildren, Mandy John, Jessica Kimmons, and Jackson and Dodge Mendenhall; and her loving caregivers.

She was preceeded in death by her parents; and her grandson, Wells Farmer.

Graveside Services will be Thursday, July 25th at 10am at Roselawn Cemetery under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 4300 Rogers Ave Ste. 24, Fort Smith, AR 72903.

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