Brenda K. McDonald
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Brenda McDonald Obituary
Brenda Kay McDonald, 64, of Nappanee, passed away peacefully in her home at 4:43 pm, Saturday, November 15, 2025. Brenda was born on July 29, 1961 in Plymouth, IN to the late Louis and Marjorie (Carpenter) Holderman. She is survived by two sons: Justin (Kayla) McDonald of Nappanee and Todd (Tammy) McDonald of Hebron, KY and four grandchildren: Drake, Paige, Justice and Grayson. She is also survived by a brother: Rick Holderman of LaPaz and a sister: Jane (Kenny) Meeks of Silver Lake, IN. Brenda loved word finds, collecting eagle memorabilia and especially spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 pm, Friday, November 21, 2025 in Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 St Rd 331, Bremen. Cremation will follow and her ashes will be buried with her parents in Bremen Cemetery.
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