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Brenda H. Copenhaver, 61, of Lebanon passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 30, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lititz, she was the daughter of James and Faye Heller Myer of Manheim. She was the loving wife of Ronald L. “Ron” Copenhaver and they observed their 39th wedding anniversary this past May. A hospitable homemaker and farmer, Brenda enjoyed helping on the family green bean farm in South Annville Township. She served alongside her husband at White Oak Church, Manheim.
Surviving in addition to her husband and parents are six children, which she loved well, Monika (Zachary) Nolt of Lebanon, Korina (Kyle) Wenger of Lititz, Jacolia (Wesley) Nell of Lebanon, Marcia Copenhaver of Lebanon, Dawson (Emily) Copenhaver of Lebanon and Deitrick (Carissa) Copenhaver of Myerstown; fourteen grandchildren and three siblings, Nevin (Karen) Myer, Nate (Veronica) Myer and Kristelle (Jeff) Wagner. She was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Cindy Myer.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Brenda’s Funeral Service at White Oak Church, 1211 North Penryn Road, Manheim on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM. There will be a viewing at the church on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 1:00-3:00 PM and 5:00-7:00 PM and again at the church on Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
21 Market Square, Manheim, PA 17545
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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