Brenda May Oliver Pilkerton
February 12, 1958 ~ February 25, 2009
Services:
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 27, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM with Deacon Joe Lloyd officiating.
Brenda May Oliver Pilkerton, 51, of Bushwood, MD died February 25, 2009 at her residence. Born February 12, 1958 in Leonardtown, MD she was the daughter of Helen Virginia Welty Oliver of Bushwood, MD and the late James Matthew Oliver, Sr. She was the loving wife of Stanley Patrick Pilkerton whom she married on May 24, 1981 in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD. She is also survived by her son Patrick Lee Pilkerton of Bushwood, MD and her siblings Christine Keller of Butternut, WI and James M. Oliver, Jr. and Matthew B. Oliver, both of Bushwood, MD. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Brenda graduated from St. Mary’s Academy “Class of 1976” and was a medical records coder for St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD for over 30 years. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 27, 2009 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM by Deacon Joe Lloyd. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 28, 2009 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be Patrick Pilkerton, James Oliver, Jr., Jay Pilkerton, Ronald Keller, Matthew Oliver and Anthony Pilkerton. Honorary pallbearers will be Donald Pilkerton, Lawrence Pilkerton, Michael Farr and Paul Redman.Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“”With heart felt sorrow to Stanley, Patrick, Brenda’s mom and siblings for their loss. She was a friend and co-worker. I have many fond memories of us working together as far back as the old SMH where we started working in Medical Records Dept. We shared so many laughs and good times at work together. She was a good sport. She gave us our first kitten. She will be missed. God bless and keep her now and for all eternity.” “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you. Brenda will always hold a very special place in my heart. I know she is at peace and is no longer suffering. I will cherish the wonderful memories of her forever.”
“Our deepest sympathy to Stanley, his son Patrick and all the family. Our prayers and sympathy go out to you in this time of loss and sorrow. “
“Our prayers and condolences go out to all of Brenda’s family. I have lots of fond memories of Brenda at SMA. Most of all I remember her contagious laugh. May she rest in peace.”
“Stanley, Patrick, Aunt Helen, Chris, Jimmy & Matt…My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I’ll always cherish my many memories of Brenda May. I loved her smile and looked forward to seeing it each and every time I did have the pleasure of seeing her.”
“Our heartfelt sympathy to all of Brenda’s loved ones. May she rest in peace in the arms of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. With love, thoughts and prayers to each of you from……..”
“I worked with Brenda at SMH. She always had a pleasant smile and friendly “hi”. My sympathy to her family.”
“I wish to express my condolences to Brenda’s husband, son and her family. Brenda was a sweet lady. I worked with her for ten years at St. Mary’s Hospital and we were good friends. May she rest in peace. No more suffering.”
“We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers…May you have peace and comfort in the days ahead.””
“May God always hold Brenda in His loving arms. My deepest sympathy to Brenda’s family.”
“Our prayers are with you. She was a great person, and always with a smile. She will be missed, such a sorrowfull time. Her memories will always be with you , they are the most imporant thing to remember about her. If you need anything we will be here for your family.”
“With thoughts of peace and courage for you, we share comfort in knowing Brenda is no longer suffering. Brenda brought so many gifts to our lives. We will never forget her! “
“To Stanley, Patrick, Mrs. Oliver, Chris, Jimmy and Matt… We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you during this most difficult time in your life. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you? We are a phone call away and we cherish our friendship over the years. We are here for you if you need anything. You are a wonderful family and we are sad to learn about Brenda leaving us but we know she is with her dad and in the hands of God. With lots of love and prayers always.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time of sadness. May God bless Brenda and all her family.”
“I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WILL REMEMBER HER FONDLY.”
“Stanley, Patrick & Family… Brenda was a very special person to us. Even to the end, she always wore a smile. We will treasure the pleasant memories and good laughs we had together. She will remain in my heart always. . “
“Our sincere condolences to all of Brenda’s family. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you through this very difficult time.”
“DEAR STANLEY, PATRICK, HELEN, CHRIS, JIMMY & MATT, MY HEART FELT SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO YOU & YOUR FAMILIES. HER BEAUTIFUL SMILING PICTURE THAT’S SHOWN HERE IS HOW I’LL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER ALONG WITH HER LOVING & CARING WAYS. I’M SORRY I WON’T BE ABLE TO PAY MY RESPECTS IN PERSON, I’LL BE IN NC. I’VE ADD YOUR FAMILY TO OUR CHURCH PRAYER CHAIN & LIST. MAY GOD BLESS, COMFORT, STRENGTHEN, UPLIFT & SUPPORT ALL OF YOU IN YOUR GREAT TIME OF GRIEF & SORROW! WITH ALL MY LOVE & PRAYERS ALWAYS, JOHN NICKEY & FAMILY”
“I am very saddened to hear of Brenda’s passing. I worked with her at St. Mary’s Hospital many years ago. She was always smiling. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family at the loss of such a wonderful lady. “
“With sympathy to Brenda’s family. Brenda will be with you always. Brenda is yours still, to love, and cherish, and hold in your heart…for neither time, nor distance, nor death itself can teach a love that endures forever. May the memory of Brenda and the special life you shared help ease the sadness of your loss. I will miss her smiles and laughter around at S.M.H. May God bless Brenda and all her family.”
“My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowfull time. Remember all the Love, and good times you shared God Bless You”
“MY CONDOLENCES TO STANLEY AND PATRICK. BRENDA WAS A QUITE AND HUMBLE PERSON. WE WILL SORELY MISS HER.”
“Our deepest sympathy to Brenda’s family. A truly nice person taken far too soon.”
“We were shocked to hear about Brenda late this Friday. Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Helen and her family. May God bless you all and help you to deal with this tragedy. “
“My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Brenda’s family. I had the pleasure of knowing Brenda while working in the Medical Records Department of SMH for 10 years. We shared many wonderful lunches together. I will miss her soft voice, caring nature, and kindness to others. She is with the Lord now, her pain and suffering is ended. Those who were fortunate to know her understand what a wonderful person she was. Trust that the Lord will bring you peace and comfort in the difficult times ahead. God bless you all.”
“Stanley and Family, I am saddened to hear the news of your loved one’s passing. Old friends are never forgotten.You all are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Dear Stanley and Patrick — We are mourning with you but also rejoicing that Brenda is now in the presence of the Lord. May He give you strength and comfort. “
“Im so sorry for your loss. She was a great person. My prayers are with you. If you need anything at all please call me. Patrick if there is anything or even just to talk let me know. I will never forget her.”
“Stanley and Patrick, Tom and I are so sad to hear of Brenda’s passing. She will always be remembered for her kind heartedness and a welcome smile. She was such a pleasure to be around. I know she will be missed by many. Take care of yourselves during this difficult time – one day at a time.”
“I was so sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. I worked with her at the hospital years ago. She was a fun loving and a wonderful person. I guess God needed another angel.”