Brenda Michelle Underwood Obituary (1966 - 2024)

Brenda Michelle Underwood, born on November 5, 1966, in Granada Hills, California, was a beacon of strength, resilience, and love to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Known for her warmth, generosity, and kindness, Brenda Michelle embodied the essence of the quote by Maya Angelou: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Brenda Michelle's life was a testament to her tenacity, determination, and ceaseless zest for life. After dedicating more than three decades to her career as a paralegal, she retired, having made significant contributions to the field of law. Despite the challenges that came with her profession, Brenda Michelle always found time to pursue her passions. She was a gifted painter, a skillful knitter, and a loving family woman whose happiest moments were spent with her sons and beloved granddaughter. Her love for art and crafting was only rivaled by the joy she found in the company of her family. Brenda Michelle's legacy will be cherished by her surviving family: her son Richard Underwood, her spouse Edward Johnston, her step-daughter Samantha Johnston, and her mother Carol Gorecki. She is preceded in death by her father, Jerry Thigpen. As we remember Brenda Michelle, let us reflect on the words of Helen Keller: "What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." As we celebrate Brenda Michelle's life, we invite you to share your fondest memories and photos of her on her memorial page. Your stories and remembrances will serve as comforting reminders of the love and joy she brought into our lives.