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2025
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Brenda Wallace Obituary
Brenda A. (Baugher) Wallace, age 66, of La Porte, Indiana, passed away on Jan. 8, 2025.
She was born on June 10, 1958, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Morton E. and Barbara A. (Morse) Baugher, who have both preceded her in death. She is also preceded is death by her first husband, Larry Koker; husband, Anthony Wallace; and sister, Pamela Bross.
She is survived by her brother, Morton (Chris) Baugher Jr.; her nieces and nephews, Pamela (Chris) Lee, Stephen (Kristan) Hahn Jr., Justin Bross and Keri (Bross) Kohn, Sharon Dawson, and Jeff (Emily Taylor) Dawson; and step-son, Justin Koker; and many great-nieces and -nephews.
Brenda was the inspiration and the backbone behind Operation Brenda's Blankets. Together with other volunteers, they distributed hundreds of lap blankets to disabled veterans in eight states. She was a beautiful soul. She enjoyed gardening and was obsessed with frogs.
Friends may visit with the family at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, located at 613 Washington St., Michigan City, Indiana, 46360, on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to time of service at 1 p.m. with Pastor Ericka Parkinson-Kilbourne officiating.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in Brenda's honor to: Wounded Warrior Project, woundedwarriorproject.org.
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Mary Ann Taylor
January 30, 2025
Deepest sympathies to Brenda´s family and friends. I´ve known Brenda since high school and she has always been very kind and caring. May she rest peacefully, pain free in Paradise.
Tamara Samys (Stantz)
January 28, 2025
Brenda was one of the sweetest people you could ever possibly know, next to her mom and dad. I always enjoyed visiting and talking to her as I grew up. She will be so sadly missed. Sending my love and hugs. My thoughts and prayers to you.
Becky Hills Tyler
January 28, 2025
Heartfelt Condolences to the family & friends. I met Brenda at Elston
Jr. High. Brenda was one of a kind who was
so funny, kind, spirited, & full of Love
& Laughter. RIP Classmate.
Becky Hills
Class of 1976
Bob Parlin
January 27, 2025
My family was fishing and got stuck in sand called Brenda to use her car to help me. She was laying on the ground with me moving sand. Got the car out but I got poison ivy real bad but Brenda didn't get any. She laughed at me until she cried. We (myself and wife (Lyn)) have lost a great SIL.
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Leslyn Quartuccio
January 25, 2025
Prayers and thoughts to the family! I remember Brenda being so much fun in high school. One time in particular was at the 1975 semi state. We were sitting together in the stands right behind fans of our opposing team. Oh the shenanigans that took place with Brenda where the other team was concerned. Singing our cheers with putting in their team name instead of ours and changing some other parts just to make it funny and irritating. We were having such fits of laughter. Will miss you Brenda. Leslyn Kohn Quartuccio 1976
Laurie Shover Hughes
January 25, 2025
I am so sad to hear of Brenda's passing. We were classmates at Elston and she was always one of my favorites! Sending lots of Love and Goodness to her friends and family.
Laurie Shover '76
Sheree Arens VanAusdal
January 25, 2025
Brenda went to school at Riley Elementry School. My first memories are from first grade. Brenda was a sweet girl who was always laughing. She was friendly and kind. RIH sweet lady. Thank you for your good works and loving heart. And sharing my love for the Osmond Brothers. Sheree
Jamie Long Lawrence
January 25, 2025
My condolences to her Family and Friends. I met her in the 8th grade and shared many classes with her through HS. Later, we were in touch on and off on social media. A strong, caring person who was very inspiring. RIP.
Elizabeth Cissy Conley Elizabeth
January 25, 2025
Condolences ti the family
Elizabeth Cissy Conley
January 25, 2025
My condolences tothe family
Tom Bauer
January 25, 2025
I am deeply saddened to hear about Brenda's passing. It feels like just yesterday we were sharing good time in high school. Brenda had such a vibrant spirit and a kind heart that touched everyone they met. May she rest in peace.
Paula (Strickland) Atkinson
January 25, 2025
RIP dear Brenda. We were friends in school. She was my friend. I'm saddened by this news. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. Sending prayers for comfort.
Mark Newkirk
January 25, 2025
I am saddened to read of Brenda's passing. She was a kind and interesting person. I will never forget her support during a time of need. May she rest in eternal peace, in God's eternal love.
Jeri
January 25, 2025
Brenda was a sweet kind woman, she had been thru alot, but I am blessed to have gotten to know her towards the end. I will miss her. Rip
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