BRENDA BATTING

Condolences & Memories (17 entries)

• My sincerest condolences to Jayme and Mathew. Your mom was a bright light and ever willing to help when asked. I only knew her for a brief time at DLC however she was one of the first residents I got to know and I truly appreciated how she took me under her wing on my second shift (a Saturday, working alone), introduced me to other residents and helped with the weekend activities. I know she is in a better place, breathing freely. Rest in Peace Brenda! - Posted by: Kim Wark () on: Feb 02, 2014

• Fred and I met Brenda more than 30 years ago; Jayme was still a baby and Matthew was around 2. Fred met her through Alcoholics Anonymous, and they got along well, becoming friends. Late one night, she phoned to say she was very ill. Fred took her to Emergency and I stayed to take care of Jayme and Matthew. It was a rough time for her as the result was several hospital visits, premature discharges, etc. and she stayed with us for a short time while recovering. We became good friends and they were like family to us. In fact, she spoke about that at Fred's funeral. Life did not always treat Brenda fairly, yet she held no grudges. She gave and gave and gave wherever she saw a need. Brenda was a very giving person; she would feed whoever came along, even when she had very little to give. At one of those times, she even put on a birthday party for Fred, inviting a number of their mutual AA friends. It was a really nice party. She was a good cook and had prepared a terrific spread (which was very much appreciated) A person so giving also needs support. We took her to doctors appointments, etc. and had her and her family over for meals and Christmas celebrations and other social times. She was so much fun! I will miss her very much. - Posted by: Tina Cameron (Very close friend) on: Jan 23, 2014

• My deepest sympathies to Jayme-Lyn and Matt. Brenda was a very nice lady. In the short time I knew her always had a smile on her face and something nice or funny to say. Rest in peace. God bless. - Posted by: Sheri Sudfeld () on: Jan 14, 2014

• I will always remember Brenda's scooter being all decked out for the different Holidays. Brenda was such a kind person, very social. I will always remember her lovely family that always came to visit her. The way Brenda was I thought she'd been at Deer Lodge for ten years because she was so social and knew everybody. You'd mention Brenda's name and everyone knew her at Deer Lodge. Rest In Peace Brenda. - Posted by: Janine (Friend) on: Jan 14, 2014

• Our Family met Brenda when our Mother Maria was also at the Deer Lodge Centre. Brenda helped our Mother in different courses of our Mother's time there. Brenda was a friend to our Mother Maria and a friend to our Family. Brenda you are a wonderful person, you did many wonderful things for the rest of your friends at the centre. We want to say THANK YOU for looking after Mom. You and your Family will be remembered in our prayers and thoughts. Rest in peace Brenda. - Posted by: Camara Family (Friend) on: Jan 13, 2014

• I only knew Brenda about 4 years, when I started volunteering at Deer Lodge. Brenda was always smiling, decorating her scooter, no matter what occasion it was, or even if there was no special occasion, her scooter was most likely decorated. Brenda & I had the same birthday, May 3rd, but she was eight years older than I. she was a special friend, that I could talk to about almost anything, she always had the right advice, it seemed. Deer Lodge won't seem the same without Brenda. God wanted her up there, she's a special Angel, who will be missed here on earth. I miss you already & it's only been a few days. Breathe easy now, Brenda, your job here on earth is done, but you will be missed by all who knew you. God Bless You xoxo J.R. - Posted by: J.R. Or Julie Rowbotham (Friend) on: Jan 13, 2014

• My condolences to the family. Brenda was a wonderful and caring lady. Rest in Peace my Friend. - Posted by: Susan Chiarellia (Friend) on: Jan 13, 2014

• My condolences, Jayme-Lyn and Mathew. Brenda will always be in my heart. R.I.P. love Claudette. - Posted by: Claudette Rithot (Dear Friend) on: Jan 13, 2014

• You were strong and courageous. I was glad to work with you and Jayme on behalf of big sisters. Love Carolyn - Posted by: Carolyn DuBois (Family friend) on: Jan 12, 2014

• I did not know her long but I am glad to have met her. It was truly an honor to have met her and known her for as long as I did. RIP Brenda. You will truly be missed. - Posted by: Erik friesen (Friend) on: Jan 12, 2014

• Brenda was fantastic and the world has lost a beautiful spirit. Always smiling. I fondly remember morning coffees and chats. For some time she was almost like a second mom. RIP Brenda. Much love!! - Posted by: Tannis Fleming () on: Jan 11, 2014

• My condolences go out to the family. she was a wonderful lady and will be missed very much. RIP BRENDA BATTING - Posted by: rachel reimer (friend ) on: Jan 11, 2014

• Heaven gained one of the best angels they could. Taken away too soon. I love you, and I'll miss you, but I know you're going to be up there keeping an eye on us and making sure we all keep making you proud. <3 - Posted by: Melody S-L () on: Jan 11, 2014

• God bless. Your time here was not enough, you are gone too soon. Your beautiful children miss you so much and You will be missed by all. I know you will watch over Jayme-Lyn and Matthew. Love. xo - Posted by: Crystal Daley (Friend of family) on: Jan 11, 2014

• I have known Brenda to be the most kind, caring, loving person. I know she always opened her home to all. she was great at making people laugh and sharing funny stories with people. I will miss her like she was like a mom to me.. Just like her two kids were like brother and sister to me as well. Mom rest in peace you will always be in my heart. I love you and will never forget you. your smile always made me feel better when I was feeling down in the dumps. until we meet again mom xoxo - Posted by: amanda lynn aarts (clothes friend of the family) on: Jan 11, 2014

• mom i love u soooooooooooooo much. i will always remember u always being there for me, always having ur door open for me. u were a very good woman and u will always be in my heart. lots of happy memories and lots of memories of me, matt and jamie making u mad. mom u r the best. r.i.p mom. you can rest easy mom - Posted by: michael christopher kalmakoff (adopted son) on: Jan 11, 2014

• Mom I love you so much you mean so much to me. we had some crazy times together and all the memories will never be forgotten. I miss you so much it's only been a day but feels like a lifetime. xoxoxox - Posted by: Jayme-Lyn Chuckry (Daughter ) on: Jan 11, 2014