Brenda Louise Ward, 62, of Mesa, AZ passed away September 14, 2018. She was born August 8, 1956 in Royal Oak, MI to Paul and Alberta [Waters] Scaglione. Brenda enjoyed doing just about anything there was to do, such as cooking and entertaining, she was known as the “Entertainer Extraordinaire”; she always wanted to make sure that everything was perfect all the time. She was married to Larry Allen Ward on December 23, 1989 and together raised their two daughters, Hannah and Amber. Brenda worked various jobs throughout her life until the last few years, when was self-employed. Brenda is survived by her beloved husband of almost 29 years, Larry Ward; daughters, Hannah and Amber Ward; her mother, Alberta Scaglione; her brother Paul Scaglione and her sister, Lucinda Smith. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Arrangements entrusted to Mariposa Gardens (480) 830-4422