She was born in Lynchburg on September 14, 1951, daughter of the late Franklin and Frances Harder.
Brenda was a member of Clearview Baptist Church. She retired from Walmart and was an avid animal lover.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Marie Simmers and a brother, Robert Harder.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Lisa and Karen; two brothers, David Harder and wife Vanessa and Earl Harder. She is also survived by several grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. Burial will follow at Virginia Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 3-5 on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel.