OBITUARY
Brenda Dixon Luster
September 14, 1944 – March 12, 2013
Brenda Dixon Luster, 68, of Madison, MS passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2013.
Brenda was born in Charleston South Carolina on September 14, 1944. She grew up in Jackson Mississippi where she graduated from Central High School and Hinds Community College. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother with a genuine loving and giving spirit. She was a devout Christian and a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. She took great pleasure in spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. All of her family, including many nieces and nephews, looked to her for wisdom, guidance and creative talents.
Brenda worked under former Jackson Mayor Dale Danks and was currently the director of the Mississippi Children’s Advocacy Center where she passionately strived to improve the lives of abused children.
Brenda was preceded in death by her parents Thomas L. and Vera Dixon of Jackson MS her sisters Bobbye Jean Bowering of Jackson MS, Laverne Sutfin of Jacson MS, her brother Jimmy Dixon. She has a surviving brother-in-law Buddy Bowering and sister-in-law Cathy Dixon.
She is survived by her loving husband of 20, years Jim Luster and her three children, Kevin Jenkins of Los Angeles, CA, Terri Linn Huff (Bill) of Brentwood, TN and Jeff Jenkins of Madison, MS and her grandchildren; Hannah Huff, Brandon Huff, Jacob Jenkins, Jane Claire Jenkins, Kailey Luster, and Jillian Luster. She is also survived by her step children, James, Michael, Randy, and Leigh Anne Luster.
She will greatly miss her affectionate dog Harley.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 14, 5-7 pm and Friday 1-2 pm with funeral service to follow:Wright and Ferguson Funeral Home Parkway Location
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to:Mississippi Children’s Advocacy Center Post Office Box 720716 Byram MS 39272
Phone: 601-371-2566
Services
- Funeral Service Friday, March 15, 2013
- Visitation Thursday, March 14, 2013
- Visitation Friday, March 15, 2013
REMEMBERING
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RECEIVE UPDATESLinda Neely
March 16, 2013
Brenda was my mother's (Lucy Johnson) first cousin. The only family that she had and loved them all. So sorry that I couldn't be at the funeral on Friday. My prayers and thought are with all of you.
Lauren Ledyard Ball
March 16, 2013
I'll truly miss my sweet Aunt Brenda. I have memories of going to her house and playing dress up in her closet with all of my "big girl" cousins. She always sent me home with a necklace or bag to keep. Just a few years ago she graciously she hosted a shower for my wedding at her home. I admired her collection of roosters while i was there and told her how I had them all over my house. As we left she sent me home with one of her biggest roosters in my lap. Aunt Brenda was so giving and I'm truly going to miss her saying "come hug my neck" just the way my Nana used to say it.
March 16, 2013
Dear Jimmy, My sincere sympathy to you and all your family in the loss of your dear wife. Please know that I am thinking of you at this time and you will be in my prayers. Love, Your cousin, Aden C. Pryor
Zenda Heafner
March 15, 2013
Jeff,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Zenda, Lee & Ryan Heafner
Stan and Sandra Gail Pellegrine
March 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. She will be truly missed. I know it doesn't seem like it but just remember God will never puts more us than me can handle and I'm am here for you.
Linda Long- Hardigree
March 15, 2013
Jim,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.I haven't seen you or Brenda since Fowler Buick (GMC Truck Lot State St.)but have thought of you often.Im so sorry for your loss.
Linda Long-Hardigree
martha yount
March 15, 2013
My heart and prayers go out to Kevin, Jeff and Linn and to all of you and your families, I pray for healing, peace and comfort for all of you in both families and especially her children as they are also my family.
Bingo Depot Staff
March 15, 2013
May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You will be truly missed. Your legacy will continue to be an important aspect and will reflect in our work every day. Thanks for everything that you have done for us, as well as the charity.
March 15, 2013
Jim, So sorry for your loss. Your neighbors at Wildwood.
Stacy Felder Godwin
March 15, 2013
Sending my deepest condolences to Jim and the family. Brenda was my mentor, guardian angel and the one person I have most admired since meeting her in 1996. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and God Bless.
Hector and Connie Nieto
March 15, 2013
Kevin:
We are sorry for your loss, and want to share a prayer for your beloved mother.
O my God! O Thou forgiver of sins, bestower of gifts, dispeller of afflictions!
Verily, I beseech thee to forgive the sins of such as have abandoned the physical garment and have ascended to the spiritual world.
O my Lord! Purify them from trespasses, dispel their sorrows, and change their darkness into light. Cause them to enter the garden of happiness, cleanse them with the most pure water, and grant them to behold Thy splendors on the loftiest mount.
Tom & Judy Holliman
March 15, 2013
Jim, may God comfort you and your family during this most difficult time. Brenda will definitely be missed. You are in our prayers.
Todd Smith
March 15, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Ms. Brenda passing, My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Roger & Paula Smith
March 15, 2013
What a wonderful person, fighting for all the little children being abused. Brenda will be greatly missed by all. Jim, if we can do anything to help please let us know. God Bless you and your family. Love, Roger & Paula Smith
Sandra Thomas Compton
March 15, 2013
Jim and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Brenda was such a wonderful person and I know you will miss her so much. It has been a long time since we lived down the street from you guys on Thorngate Drive in Brandon. Our prayers are with you. Ben and Sandra Thomas Compton
Gene & Greyce Powell
March 15, 2013
Ourthoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this sudden loss. We will surely miss Beenda and all her stories. We are here if you need anything. Wel love all of you
Lea Anne Lemmons
March 15, 2013
The Staff of Family Crisis Services of Northwest Mississippi, Inc. (Oxford Children's Advocacy Center) is thinking of you all during this diffucult time. We've lost a part of our CAC "family" and will miss her dearly. Please know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers!
March 14, 2013
My heart is so heavy at your loss and my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Winston Lott (Smith & Co)
Sonny Meriedth
March 14, 2013
I do not know what happened the first time, so I will try again. Brenda and I were classmates at Peeples and Central. We had recently reconnected on Facebook. She was a true friend who loved God, family and friends. She will be missed, but remains within our hearts. My prayers are for Jim and her family that God will comfort & give them strength.
Mira Horne
March 14, 2013
Jim, Kevin, Lynn and Jeff thinking of you and a special prayer that you all find comfort at this difficult time.
Brenda Scott
March 14, 2013
Jim, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. May God grant you strength during these days ahead. My prayers are with you and your family.
Faye Spencer
March 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. We go back many years to South Jackson. My heart and prayers go out to Kevin, Jeff and Linn and to you and your family, Jim. I pray for peace and comfort for all of you. She was a very special lady.
Gail Jenkins
March 14, 2013
Such a terrible loss for your family. Such a sweet person that I even shared family relations with at one point. Prayers go with each of you.
Randy Shepherd
March 14, 2013
Jim, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Alisa Smith
March 14, 2013
Jim, the staff of MS Children's Advocacy and Bingo Depot are grieving the loss of not only our boss but dear friend. Please take comfort in knowing Brenda is with our Lord and Maker, and we will continue to lift up you, Kevin, Lynn, Jeff and family in prayer during your hours of need. Brenda let us know how much she loved us, as we did her, she will always have a special place in our hearts and will be greatly missed. Her legacy will continue for the care of abused children, as she always said " listen, listen to the children ." MCAC staff and friends
Linda Brune
March 14, 2013
Jim, though you don't know most of us, we all join you in your grief upon the loss of Brenda! She was a little warrior fighting to stay alive. We will all miss her and offer you our thoughts and prayers.
Class of '62 CHS)
March 14, 2013
So Sorry for your loss, I have fond memories of Brenda when our children were at McClure Acadamy. Peace be with you and your family.
Gloria Cooley
Sonny Meriedth
March 14, 2013
family.
Carolyn Dubard Putnam
March 14, 2013
Jim, my heart goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tamra Jones
March 14, 2013
Jim, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Becky Ladner
March 14, 2013
I will be eternally grateful for your love and support my whole life!! I love you and I will miss you greatly!!! Love, Becky
Jane Dennis
March 13, 2013
Brenda will be sorely missed by all who knew her. She was an inspiration for us all. My prayers are with her family.
Tim Grant
March 13, 2013
I was so sad to hear of Brenda's passing. I have fond memories of going to Jackson with Kevin and meeting her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home-Parkway Memorial Cemetery
March 13, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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