Brenda Joe Penland

December 11, 1958 - October 18, 2020

On Sunday, October 18th 2020, Brenda Joe Penland; loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and all around truly beautiful soul passed away at the age of 61, at her home in Guntersville surrounded by her family. Brenda was born on December 11, 1958 in Alabama. After moving around as a child she settled in the Marshall County area. On July 1, 1978 she married Gerry Lee Penland and they raised three daughters. Amanda, Angel and Tiara. Brenda had a fiery spirit! She dedicated her life to her family. She was the glue that held everyone else together. From working all day to sitting up all night sewing school play outfits for her girls. She loved her flowers, Alabama football, her “shows” on tv, spoiling her puppy BamBam, and a good t-bone steak. She was a mother first and foremost but her favorite role was Maw. She treasured her grandchildren Lacey, Alex, Trevor, and Etrus. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Pierce; her father, Billy Joe Wray; and a daughter, Holly Penland. She is survived by her husband Gerry Penland, daughters Amanda Goble (Steve Goble), Angel Penland (Etrus Williams Jr.), and Tiara Penland (Rick Garrett). Her grandchildren Lacey Osborn, Alexander Penland, Trevor Wilson, and Etrus Williams III. As well as brother-in-laws Mike and Jeff Penland; cousins Olene, Janice, Kathy and several other extended family members. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Guntersville Memorial Chapel on Henry Street as follows: Viewing for immediate family is 11:00- 12:00 Viewing for family and friends is 12:00- 2:00 Immediately following will be funeral services, and her final resting place will be at Rice Cemetery Pallbearers will be Mike Penland, Alexander Penland, Kenneth Pierce, Rick Garrett, Etrus Williams Jr, and Steve Goble.