Brenda Carol St. Clair
June 12, 1945 - March 19, 2016
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Brenda "Brandy" St. ClairBrenda Carol St. Clair, age 70 of Lodi, passed away on Saturday, March 19th, 2016. She was born to the late Roman Anthony Reuter and Cora Mary Barnes on June 12, 1945. Brandy attended St. Aloysius Elementary School and graduated from Lodi High School class of 1963. She was retired from the Lodi School System where she was a custodian for over 20 years. Family was Brandy's passion and delight. She is survived by her two daughters, Wendy (David) Fierro and Tracey (Brian Gurske) St. Clair; her five grandchildren, AnnaMarie (Luke) Litchfield, David (Theresa) Fierro, Daniel Fierro, Melanie Hesse and Anessa (Will Johnson), Fierro; her nine great-grandchildren Benjamin, Raymond, Tahlia, ElyJah, Amora, Olivia, Micayla, Sarayah and Egypt; her sisters Marva Hahn, Karen (Lawrence) Johnson and Diane Kahl, and her brother Russell (Cheryl) Wipperfurth. She also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She is also survived by her longtime friend Thomas Conner who has been by her side these past 30 years and his two sisters Gail (Ron) Faust and Jackie Conner. She was preceded in death by both her parents, her brother-in-law Donald Hahn and her youngest sister Norma Mary Reuter. Brandy enjoyed gardening and decorated her deck yearly with potted flowers, plants and a small waterfall fountain. She also enjoyed crafting, quilting and sketching gifts for other people. Her favorite pastime was shopping or as she called it "window shopping" with both her girls. She was a woman with a quick wit and although some took her words as abrasive, she had a giving heart that compared to no other. She loved her daughters and their families and did whatever she could to make sure they had any and everything they needed. She collected ornamental Chihuahua Dogs and spent time cuddling with her favorite real Chihuahua which she affectionately named Mija. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the AMERICAN LEGION POST 216,167 S. Main Street, Lodi, WI starting with Visitation at 10am, followed by a Memorial Service at 11am and a luncheon at 12pm. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Terri Allee
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I remember Brenda St Clair. I used to babysit her kids, Wendy and Tracy. I was nothing more than a troubled teen myself and yet she was trusting and giving. She gave me a chance to earn some pocket money where alot of people might not have. She gave me my first job! I will miss her and remember her fondly.
As they grew up, I was having kids myself. Wendy started to babysit my kids and still remembers their names!
My deepest sympathy to you girls. (yes girls..you will always be 'girls' to me!) Sending prayers that you find comfort in your memories.
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David Fierro
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I miss you already Grandma. You were always one of those people in my life that I never gave much thought about losing. Gma always had a bold personality, took smack from no one! You never think of one day not having that kind of personality around. I'll always remember tyrading around Lodi Elementary School while Gma was trying to clean the rooms. Breaks down in the boiler room, playing with the gym scooters and basketballs because she couldn't get much done if she had to make sure we weren't into something we weren't supposed to be. She gave me my first sips of coffee, introduced me to art while sitting in her chair with her watching "The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross." She used to draw for me, let me have milk and chocolate at night while sitting down to a movie. Gma introduced me to the love of reading by furnishing me with my first serious novels in The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien. Not to mention all of the holidays, the bon fires at her house, fishing at Crystal Lake, and yes, even the wiffle ball bat for when we were naughty! I would give anything to have her spank me with that thing just one more time. It broke my heart leaving her in that hospital room for the last time 5 days ago, I know she wasn't there anymore, but as strong and as bold as she was, it was unimaginable that life could escape her. I'll miss you dearly beloved Gma, Yahweh will resurrect you assuredly at the appointed time. Until then, rest easy Old Friend, and until then, remember, I'll always be your knucklehead. I love you.
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Darcy Reuter Hetzel
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Brenda and I are first cousins, and had a lot of fun times as young children. She was in my heart and mind as a very special person, and will remain there until we meet again.
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Judith Boehnen
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I will never forget Brandy. I worked with her for many years. We had our differences but when she had to retire early I really missed her. She was a lot of fun to work with and would have done anything to help her coworkers. She was a good friend when I lost my son Jeremiah. She would console me when I had a hard day. She will be missed by many.
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Laura Newsome
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Brenda was my hometown neighbor in Lodi,WI I grew up hanging out with Tracy and Wendy. I remember playing Atari. and watching Battlestar Galactica at her house, her making Laredo cigarettes I believe they were. Her drawing was amazing in those days she drew people with bell bottom pants. I turned 18 moved in rented from her. I remember when she cleaned she would put music to credence Clearwater revival. GOOD TIMES! GOOD MEMORIES the girls were here priority she was A GOOD MOM, HARD WORKER. I remember my younger days driving to Madison for shopping at Kmart eating at Marc's big boy,icre cream at Ella's Deli. I OH I almost forgot dancing at the Lodi Bowl to her favorite band which I can't remember the name now. Aggh,! I am SADDENED I won't be able to say goodbye, but until we meet again DEAR FRIEND DEAR LADY, know I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU!!!