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1941
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2020
Brenda Pass Obituary
November 20, 1941 - October 13, 2020
At 9:30 p.m. on October 13, God called his precious daughter home to heaven.
Brenda was born in Forsyth County as the eldest child to Clarence (Bill) and Sarah (Ophelia) Crater. She grew up in West Salem and graduated from R.J. Reynolds High in 1958. After high school, she married Hardin Gray Pass, Sr., and bore him 4 sons. Soon she joined the work force at RJR, where she would loyally remain until retirement some 33 years later. Brenda furthered her education with an associate's in Applied Science in business.
She was a tireless, dedicated, and devoted mother, grandmother, and mentor to her 4 sons and 4 grandsons. She supported each of her boys in all their passions and endeavors without reservation or limitation.
A devoted daughter, her steadfast service and commitment was unparalleled as she cared and comforted her mother in her home. With Brenda's help, Ophelia surmounted numerous health obstacles and enjoyed a happy, comfortable conclusion to a long productive life.
Brenda had many hobbies and interests, including restoration of her home and spending time at her beach house at Ocean Isle. She enjoyed painting landscapes, gardening, reading, and photography.
Brenda was preceded to heaven by her parents; her son, Brian Anthony; and younger siblings, Wesley Crater and Leslie Beasley. She is survived by sons, Hardin Gray Pass, Jr., Mitchell Scott Pass, Wendell Curtis Pass; grandsons, Nicholas Gray Pass (wife, Desiree) and Christopher Jacob Pass; great-grandsons, Braxton and Nicholas Pass; and lifelong friend, Wanda Reavis. Also surviving: in-laws, Debbie Crater and Jimmy Beasley; nieces and nephews, Nicky Simmons, Casey Frymire, Charles Wesley Crater, Jay Beasley and family, Jamie Beasley and family; cousins, Gene and Jerry Hartman and Gerald Hartis.
Diligent, tenacious, frank, and outspoken; you never wondered where Brenda stood on a matter. An inspiration to all who knew her, with little to no regard for her own comfort or convenience, she was the epitome of selflessness and service. She was the Rock of the Pass family; she will forever be missed but never be forgotten. There will be a graveside memorial on November 6 at 2 p.m. at Parklawn Memorial graveyard.
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Wanda Reavis
November 7, 2020
To all of Brendas loved ones my heart is very heavy for all of you. Live your lives to honor her memory and make. Her proud of you as she always was. Have one new goal to accomplish and join her in heaven. I know she will be waiting for you. Love all of you and prayers,loveand hugs to all.i'm here for you and love you.
Wanda Reavis
November 7, 2020
I have lost a dear and faithful lifetime friend. She never said no to whatever l asked of her. Always there for whatever i was in need. Of. I will always remember her and will never forget her as my dear friend. Rest in peace and enjoy your gathering with your loved ones and your Lord until we meet again
Evelyn Gantt Shreve
October 28, 2020
Brenda and I were childhood friends. She was always fun to be with. Much sympathy to this sweet family.
Jo Lane
October 27, 2020
Sorry to here of Brenda's passing....I know she was the GLUE to hold her Sons' & Grandson's world together
RIH Ms Pass !!! Your race has finished WELL DONE & WHAT A RACE she completed while being an Angel here on earth
Prayers for ALL OF YOU
Gary Pitts
October 27, 2020
I have know Brenda for years,so sorry to hear of her passing,Rest In Peace Brenda,Prayers To The
Family.
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