Brenda Lee Franklin

Brenda Lee (Chrivia) Franklin, age 49 of South Branch, passed away suddenly Friday, November 11, 2011 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. Brenda was born on January 19, 1962 to Douglas Chrivia and Donna (Foster) Denstedt in Yale, MI. She married Brett Franklin on September 1, 1984 in Sterling, MI. Brenda had lived in South Branch for the past twenty years. She had previously worked at Timber Steakhouse in South Branch. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, cooking and baking. Brenda was a warm and caring person, always taking care of everyone, especially her family. Brenda is survived by her husband, Brett of South Branch, her children Brett (Renee) Franklin II of Davison, MI; and Sheena (Jason) McDaniel of West Branch. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Connor, Addison, Aubrey, MyKayla, and Andrew; her mother, Donna Denstedt of Lupton, two brothers and two sisters. The visitation and funeral service will take place on Monday November 14, 2011. Visitation begins at 11:30 AM and the Funeral Service will follow at 1:30 PM at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in Rose City. Rev. Jody Coon will officiate. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family.