Ms. Brenda Marie Ross was born on August 4, 1962 to Joseph and Cleotha Ross.

During her early years, she attended church services at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. She attended Spencer High School and graduated in 1980.  Brenda worked for Sears for a period of time. She also worked for Jim's Fried Chicken for years.

Brenda is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Cleotha Ross. Her brothers, Joseph Ross Jr. Left to cherish her memory is her four brother, Barney, Lonnie, Edward, and Dennis. She cherished her two sons, Larry and Keith Ross and a host of cousins and family members.