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Wendell Lee posted a condolence
Sunday, February 20, 2022
So very sad to hear about Brenda. My condolences to the family for your loss.
I met Brenda in the early 1970s. I was in my second year at the University of Hawaii. I am the son of immigrants, which meant we were pretty darn poor and trying to climb out of poverty, so going to college was a big deal for me. I hadn’t yet travelled anywhere outside of the island chain. I was walking to a class down at Keller Hall when I spotted Brenda sitting on the lawn on the mall. She was so tall, her hair so blonde, and her smile was pure light. I thought she was smiling at someone else, so when I figured out that she was looking at me, I nodded my head to acknowledge her and walked on, feeling both embarrassed and uncomfortably shy. Why would someone like her ever bother with someone like me?
But I would always look for her. And after a few days, there she was again, on the lawn in the same place on the UH quad, and I took a deep breath and mustered up the courage to say hello. That’s how I met Brenda. I was shocked yet happy that she would talk to me. I skipped class that day.
Brenda introduced me to sky diving at Mokuleia (her brother Bill was the skydiver - I just watched from land), Joni Mitchell and the Moody Blues. I was, as Brenda would always say, pretty naive. Brenda was my gateway to the world. She left to go back to Hammondsport before too long. I was sad. I didn’t even know where that was. After a few letters, we lost touch.
Life went on, sometimes good and sometimes not so good. No matter where I was, when life was not so good, I always remembered Brenda and her smile on the University quad. I always had that smile to remind me that life can be beautiful.
A few years ago Brenda contacted me on Facebook. I was so happy to hear from her. She told me about her MS. I told her about life in California. She told me how naive I was when she first met me. I told her how that always bothered me, but that she was so right. Then. She’d ask about the wildfires. I’d ask how she was feeling. Nothing earth shattering, just a safe exchange of words between two friends across a vast ocean of sea and time.
I am a little less naive after 50 years, Brenda. I have been to almost every state and five continents. I have a wonderful wife and three children. I have been a prosecutor, defense attorney, and business lawyer. And when I’d heard you’d passed away, all I could feel was sorrow and sadness for all of those who loved you and how brave and strong you were and how much emptier the world seems without you. And how I never got to thank you for sharing some of your time with me. So thank you for your friendship then and now, thank you for your courage and devotion.
Two of my three children attended the University of Hawaii, and whenever I found myself on campus for visits or graduations, I’d always smile when I walked past that spot where I met you. It is still there. You will always still be with me.
A Hui Hou, Brenda! Until we meet again.
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Catherine Lynch posted a condolence
Friday, February 18, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. When we were little, I couldn’t wait for her to come to their cabin at Coolea Camp for the summer. She was one of my few female cousins close to my age & we had so much fun together. I have a favorite photo of the two of us floating on inner tubes on Little Lake, sun in our eyes, not a care in the world.
We lost touch, I never lost those memories. Rest In Peace Brenda !
Cathy (Lopresti) Lynch
Trumansburg, NY
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Macheyenne lit a candle
Thursday, February 17, 2022
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Brenda was such a sweet, loving and amazing woman. I took care of her for over 3 years and she loved watching hallmark movies, loved sitting on the deck looking at the view of the lake, and loved telling so many stories like her college experience in Hawaii. She loved whenever I would spoil her by bringing her some of my moms food. I will never forget all the stories, laughs, and good memories I have with Brenda while taking care of her. She always believed in me with me being in nursing school and taught me many things. She was truly an amazing woman and I loved her so much. Rest In Peace Brenda, you were a one of a kind woman and I will never forget you. Sending love and prayers to everyone in her life.
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Ellen Parks Schumacher posted a condolence
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Pete, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
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Barb & David Little posted a condolence
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Brenda was a sweet lady. She loved to watch Hallmark channel, NASCAR racing and treasure hunting shows. She always had lots of stories to tell, she was funny and talented and she will be missed. I am truly honored to have been able to care for
Brenda for 5 years. She and Pete always made me feel like family. Brenda I am happy that you have been reunited with your parents . Rest easy ! Thoughts and prayers are with Pete and her daughters.
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Susan King posted a condolence
Thursday, February 17, 2022
All of the Home Health Aides that took care of Brenda in her home for the past 8 or so years loved her dearly and will truly miss her. Rest in peace sweet lady.
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Lindsey Ann Cook Posted Feb 17, 2022 at 1:31 PM
I agree Sue, she had and will forever have a special place in my heart. She taught me many valuable lessons, and for that I will be forever grateful. I am truly thankful I had the opportunity to spend so much time with her, working with her, and being there during bad times, the struggles and good times.
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Macheyenne Posted Feb 17, 2022 at 7:25 PM
well said sue. I will never forget brenda and all of the things she taught me. She always believed in me being in nursing school, and I loved her so much. I am so grateful for all the things she taught me while working there and May she Rest In Peace. her memory will live on through us all.
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Joanne and Dennis Rakin planted a tree in memory of Brenda Moss
Thursday, February 17, 2022
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Thursday, February 17, 2022
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