two children, Ken Kaplan and Karen Brink, and four grandchildren. Brenda, born in New York met her
husband when she was a teenager. Throughout her 58 years of marriage, she was always a devoted,
loving, caring wife. She was always a partner with her husband, soulmate to him and a constant
companion. She graduated college early to start a teaching career. Throughout her life, she was proud
of her time as a teacher and continued to stress to her children and grandchildren the importance of
education. She stopped teaching when her own son was born. This is when she found her true
calling. Brenda was the kindest, patient, loving, giving and caring mother and grandmother anyone
could ever be. Her love was all-encompassing and is eternal. Her radiant smile, bright eyes and most
of all the wellspring of love will forever be missed.
The family is requesting in lieu of flowers that a donation can be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego Emergency Family Care Fund.
Year End Giving/Emergency Family Care Fund
