In loving memory of Brenda T. Simmons June 2, 1956 – Feb. 21, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of Brenda T. Simmons of Circleville.
Mrs. Simmons found her greatest joy in the beauty of nature. She felt most at home beneath open skies, whether tending to her garden, walking along quiet paths, or simply sitting outdoors and taking in the world around her. She treasured the changing seasons and had a special gift for noticing life’s smallest blessings — blooming flowers, birdsong at sunrise, and the warmth of sunshine on her face. Nature was not just something she admired; it was where her spirit felt most alive.
Known for her sweet and kind heart, she had a gentle presence that made others feel safe and loved. She listened with patience, gave without hesitation, and treated everyone she met with compassion. Her warmth and sincerity left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Her legacy lives on in the kindness she showed, the love she gave, and the appreciation for life’s simple beauty that she instilled in those around her. Though she will be deeply missed, the family finds comfort in imagining her surrounded by the peaceful natural beauty she cherished so dearly.
She had worked 19 years for the Pendleton County Board of Education.
Above all, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grammie. Her family was her greatest treasure, and her love for them was constant and unwavering.
She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Mark Simmons; her daughter, Jessica Simmons, and son-in-law, Eli Kahan; and her beloved grandson, Bennett Kahan, who brought her immeasurable joy. Also surviving are sisters, Linda Rexrode (her twin), Ann Thompson, and Sarah Fowler; and a brother, John Thompson.
Her memory will forever be carried in one’s heart — in every blooming flower, every gentle breeze, and every act of kindness done in her name.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin with Pastor Mike Loudermilk officiating. Interment was in the Blue Grass Cemetery at Blue Grass, Virginia.
Memorials may be made to Walnut Street United Methodist Church.
Memorials and words of comfort may be made at www.basagic.com.
