About This Memory Space
This page was created for Brenda Kaye Smith's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Brenda Kaye Smith's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Brenda Kaye Smith. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Brenda Kaye Smith crafted a life rich with joy, centered on the simple pleasures of family bonds and heartfelt generosity, leaving an indelible mark on all who crossed her path.
Born in McMinnville, Tennessee, to James and Velma Hobbs, Brenda grew up embracing the warmth of Southern roots before venturing to Indianapolis after high school. There, she discovered enduring love with David Smith, whom she married in October 1980. Together, they nurtured a household brimming with laughter and adventure over 45 cherished years, transforming everyday moments into treasured memories through playful outings and spontaneous celebrations.
While her deepest fulfillment came from home and hearth, Brenda's unwavering dedication to those she loved exemplified a profound commitment to creating lasting happiness in the lives of her family.
Photos of Brenda's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Cherished moments with her four children—David Jr. (Katie), Steven (Michanda), Jennifer (Larry) Silver, and Jessica (Adam) Wicker—filled Brenda's days with delight, from Putt-Putt escapades and toy store hunts to bedtime tales and Skip-bo marathons. As a natural nurturer, she extended her gentle magic to grandchildren Larry Silver, Brayden Silver, and Isabella Smith, ensuring holiday stockings overflowed with precisely equal treats and every child felt uniquely adored. Beside her devoted husband David, she savored serene home evenings and scenic journeys to Tennessee and Niagara Falls, their world complete within each other's gaze. Survived by sisters Deborah Hobbs and Martha Huffaker, she was preceded by her parents.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from acquaintances and kin alike illuminate Brenda's essence as a beacon of unwavering kindness and infectious cheer, qualities that wove through every interaction.