Brenda Kay Osborn

Brenda Kay Osborn obituary

Brenda Kay Osborn

Brenda Osborn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Oct. 15, 2025.

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Brenda Kay (Franks) Osborn, age 51, of Cave City, Arkansas passed away on October 13, 2025. She was born in Osceola, Arkansas on July 12, 1974 to her parents Daton and Bonnie (Wilkey) Franks.

Brenda is preceded in death by her parents; siblings Daton Franks Jr., Margate Ann Gilson, Kenny Wayne Stapler, Shirley Marie Sharp, Marilyn Staper, and Carolyn Kirkpatrick; and best friend Ronald Stahly.

She is survived by her daughter Sarah Keiter; son Greg Osborn and daughter-in-love Sherri Wilder; grandchildren Isabella, Hayden, Emma, Ryan, Novalynn, Gracelynn, Kaylee, Christopher, Sofia, and Miguel; siblings Starling Franks, Glenda Franks, William Stapler, Larry Lee Stapler Sr., Thomas Franks, Barbara Jean Wicker, and Henry Carl Stapler; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Brenda was an extraordinary Mother, Grandmother, and sister. She was fiercely loving, full of life, and was never afraid to speak her mind. She lived on her own terms, and had a laugh that could light up any room. Her sense of humor, and feisty spirit made her unforgettable to all who knew her. At the heart of everything she did was her love for Jesus, which guided her through life and touched everyone around her. She was a strong woman full of joy and warmth, and her legacy of love, laughter, and strength will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and all who had the blessing of knowing her.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

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