Obituary of Brenda Gale Stephenson
Brenda Gale Stephenson, age 75, of Mt. Vernon, formerly Lockport, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
Brenda was born on May 27, 1949, in Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of Elbert and Virginia (Rexroat) Compton.
She married Haney “Joe” Stephenson on August 5, 1970, in Hickory Hills and he survives in Mt. Vernon.
In addition to her husband, Brenda is survived by her daughters, Penny Stephenson-Woolwine and husband, Mark of Champaign and Kelly Stephenson Peterman and husband, Matthew of Mt. Vernon; grandchildren, Lauren Nicole Stephenson Peterman, Mark Elliot Woolwine, and Kyle Woolwine; and brothers, Bobby Compton and wife Betty, Larry Compton, David Compton and Steve Compton. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Brenda was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon. She was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, cooking, and being with her family. She had worked for Lockport Township High School, where she enjoyed her time as a lunch lady.
All friends and relatives are invited to gather Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.) Joliet. A service of remembrance will conclude the afternoon beginning at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials in her name can be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association.
For more information please call (815) 741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.
