1952
2013
Brenda Cheryl Adams was born in Indio, Ca. on Oct. 17, 1952 and passed away in Palm Desert, Ca. on Nov.26, 2013. Brenda was a hair stylist in Long Beach for 43 years. She attended Long Beach City College and spent her career making people beautiful. She worked the past 20 years at D'Aversa Salon in Long Beach. A sweet, passionate person, Brenda lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed traveling, reading, foreign films, music, working out, and was a cat-lover who advocated for animal rights and believed in helping the less fortuanate. She is survived by her sister Debbie Maxwell and brother-in-law, Floyd Maxwell, and niece and nephew, Rylee and Cody Maxwell, all in Arkansas; sisters Annie Powell, Lillian Branham, Mary Hickey and Billie Criswell and a brother, Richard Branham, all in Illinois. Brenda will be missed by her many friends, clients and her adopted family. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, Dec.8 at 11am at Luyben Family Dilday-Mottell Mortuary. www.luybenfamilyd-m.com
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January 6, 2014
God bless you Brenda. You cut my hair for over 30 years and the thing that I remember most was your smile and kind words always.
December 8, 2013
Gina Oldenburg
Rest in peace. You were a shining star loved by all and we will continue to love you always.
December 7, 2013
I always loved the way you lit up the room when I was lucky enough to be around you, Brenda. You are in my heart & prayers. Remind God to keep an eye on us from time to time, and give Greg my love, will you?
December 7, 2013
Renee Montella-Mustard
Brenda, way back "in the day" say 1977 ish you were the first person to cut my very curly hair that knew what they were doing. I saw your sweet spirit then and it's never changed. Heaven has inherited an Angel. They are so fortunate to have you
December 5, 2013
REST IN PEACE BRENDA, I WILL TAKE OVER FOR THE ONE WITH THE SAME NAME, TELL YOUR MOMMA WE MISS HER
December 5, 2013
Maureen Manlove
I will miss you,Brenda.There is a quote that says, "When we lose a friend, we die a little" We all miss you and Kary.You are both happy in Heaven now.You and I had a fierce love for animals, especially kitties.Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hands.Love, "Fuzzy"
December 5, 2013
Rest In peace Brenda.
December 5, 2013
Brenda, I will always remember you as someone who was nice to everyone. Your love of animals made you even more special. You will be dearly missed. Karen Pearman (Laguna Hills, CA)
December 5, 2013
annie powell
brenda, you will always be a part of me, and all of us here in illinois,i loved you with all my heart. our memories of you will never go away. i will never understand GOD takin you and kary away so soon . R.I.P dear sisters, but it's not ours to question cause there are no answers. annie , lillian, and mary, bud, billie too.
December 4, 2013
Debbie Maxwell
Thank you doesn't cover it, Bren, but "thank you" for being a wonderful, big sister and aunt. My kids adore you. Cody and Rylee miss you. Floyd and I miss you. We will remember the fun times. I am so glad that I found you and Kary when I was 15. Let that be a sign to all those who read this. Don't wait...find your loved ones today! It seems like Rylee wants to follow in your foot steps, because she has been practicing her cutting skills, but with her new pants, her cat..lol! Damn, I miss you. I saved you last three phones messages, so I can hear your voice. Kiss Kary for me. Tell Kary to kiss you for me. Please tell Louie that we will be planting a garden on his place in the Spring. Hey, if you see Kenneth and Doug up there, give them a "sock to grow a block" from their little sister. love ya around the world and back. Thanks for loving me. Floyd, Cody, and Rylee say Hi and they love you. Oh, yeah, Cody got a great progress report again. He's a smart one! Save me a seat and I'll see you when I'm done here. Love your little sister, Debbie
December 3, 2013
Linda Blits
Brenda, it seems nearly impossible to have to say goodbye ol' friend, especially to a best friend /'sister'. Even though we knew it was coming, I can barely believe it now. But, there's relief in knowing the long incredible battle you & Kary so valiantly fought is finally over. You didn't pull any punches, you gave it your best shot, but it was finally time to let go. Now at last, you can both truly rest in Peace.
Thank-you, for the honor of being a part of your chosen family. It was a great ride with many ups and downs, but you always kept it real & kept me laughing. I miss your quick wit & keen humor already, and if I pass a kitty cat on the street I know it's probably one of your friends.
We also used to talk about the fun trips we would take some day, and you managed to see some amazing places. For now, I prefer to think of you as just being away, at one of your favorite exotic locations, soaking up the sun & loving life....so save me a spot under the palm tree, until we meet again, XO
December 3, 2013
Brenda, you will be truly missed but you are now at peace. You will always be in my heart. Liz Girouard (Yorba Linda, CA)
December 3, 2013
Joann Brown
Brenda - you were such an amazing person and will be missed. You always made me look amazing and we shared some great times and laughter. Your presence will always be felt in Long Beach especially on 5th and along 2nd Street - Rest in Peace My Friend
December 3, 2013
Mary Frauenhofer
Dear Brenda, It is so hard to believe that you are no longer with us. You were the toughest person I knew. I admired your strength and courage throughout your illness. I know you had a wonderful Thanksgiving in heaven with your sister. I am proud that I had the chance to meet you and know you. I know you are no longer in any pain and that is the only reason I'm grateful you went to the other side. Until we meet again, your friend and sister, Mary F.
December 3, 2013
sharon duduk
Brenda you no how much you were loved and will be missed by all the Perry's and My sister Nancy and I Your light is weighting you will forever shine and till we see you again
Sharon and Nancy
December 2, 2013
Shelley Graves
Dear Brenda, I will never forget you. You fought a courageous battle, and I know in my heart you are with your sister, who you missed very much. You've been a true inspiration to all of us left behind. Someday we will be together sharing our memories with laughter. We loved you very much. Shelley xoxoxoxoxox
December 2, 2013
Di Orosco
Dearest Brenda,
I still feel your presents even though you are no longer here in human form there is your special light that shines so bright for all of the people you touched it is eternally shinning. I am deeply grateful for the 30 years of knowing you my dear friend. You made us all feel so beautiful and handsome with your magic touch! You were witty and so so creative and a true humanitarian. We had some good laughs & tears too...I'm so glad I got to hold your hand before you took your last breath....I know you are free now....I see your SMILE....you must be with Kary. Blessings to you both! I Love You Always, Diana
December 2, 2013
Philip Savell
Dear Brenda, you will always hold a special place in my heart. Life is better having known you. I never will forget you. Much love to you.
Phil Savell
December 2, 2013
Di Orosco
Dearest Brenda,
I still feel your presents even though you are no longer here in human form there is your special light that shines so bright for all of the people you touched it is eternally shinning. I am deeply grateful for the 30 years of knowing you my dear friend. You made us all feel so beautiful and handsome with your magic touch! You were witty and so so creative and a true humanitarian. We had some good laughs & tears too...I'm so glad I got to hold your hand before you took your last breath....I know you are free now....I see your SMILE....you must be with Kary. Blessings to you both! I Love You Always, Diana
December 1, 2013
Dear Brenda, we all loved you. We will always miss you. Much love, the Kies Family - Mike, Jon, Antonia and Mary Ann.
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