Glenda Pierce Brinkley
March 7, 1943 ~ June 22, 2012
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Glenda Pierce Brinkley, 69, died Friday, June 22, 2012, at her home.
Mrs. Brinkley was born in Bradenton, FL, and was a daughter of the late Thomas Jessie and Evelyn Crane Pierce. She was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County where she graduated from Erwin High School and attended Asheville-Biltmore College. Mrs. Brinkley was a retired loan officer with First Union Bank, where she worked 25 years.
Mrs. Brinkley was an active member of Hominy Baptist Church where she served as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and finance officer. She also served on the board of the Buncombe Baptist Association and worked with many other charities and organizations.
Surviving are her husband, Donald Lee Brinkley; daughter, Donna Brinkley Mills, son, Samuel Lee Brinkley, grandchildren, Sarah, Jacob, and Grace Mills; sister, Mary Pierce Rogers and brother, Thomas Pierce.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Hominy Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Joe Yelton officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Fund of Hominy Baptist Church, 135 Candler School Road, Candler, NC 28715.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Donald, Donna and Sammy
You are in my prayers. Glenda had the sweetest spirit and was the most precious of people I have ever known. I know that she shines in heaven today as she did on earth. She was a blessing to me. Love to you all.
Elaine
Sorry for your loss
Pauline and Al Halford
My heart goes out to the family of my very special friend and co-worker. Glenda was a precious and loving person and I am a better individual today for having known her and the caring influence she had on my life.
To know Glenda was to love her. It was a blessing to work with her.
Glenda will be missed at our annual First Union gathering. May she rest in peace and may love and fond memories comfort her family and friends.
Donald we are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Sam and Donna,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Lord bless her soul. Sincerely, Wanda Perales
Dear Sam and Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss of your beloved wife and mother. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. She is a child of God and I know she is dancing with the angels…..happy and free…… More than we will ever know.
May God comfort your hearts and know that he his the Almighty One.
May peace and love be with all of you.
In God’s Holy Name,
Arianne Rocchi
My thoughts and prayers are extended from my family to yours during your time of grieving. My sincerest condolences are extended from my family to yours. I have fond memories of Ms. Glenda and was truly blessed to have known her, albeit it be years since I have seen her. She is one of the gems that has always had a special place in my heart.
Christi Ingle Warlick
Sam &Angie,
We are sorry for your loss. Mrs Brinkley was a wonderful women and so sweet to us. She will be missed greatly. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
I was sorry to hear about the loss of Glenda. She was a real Lady. Heavens gain and our loss. All of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Don and family: Loss of a loved one is never easy…and the pain may feel as though it will never leave. Please know that the pain will soften over time, but the comfort of Glenda’s memory will last an eternity.
Harry & Sandy Mashburn
Don and family, we are so sorry for your loss. One can never find words that seem adequate at a time like this. Glenda was a great lady with a big generous heart and the sweetest smile. Her love and concern for her family were always first and foremost on her mind when we talked. We know she is now with her Lord Jesus who she loved so much and her prayers are still at work. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to call on us anytime. We’d love to get with you. Love, Paul & Linda Carillet
Don and Family,
My condolences to you on the passing of your beloved Glenda.
May God’s Peace rest and reside with you.
Dick Allen
My condolences to you Sam and your family. May god grace you all with strengh though these trials.. She is in a better place without pain… May god greet her with open arms.
L. Ruth
Sammy~
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a beautiful lady. I will keep you in my prayers.
Always~
Traci Carnes Frisbee
Donald,Donna and Sammy,
So very sorry to hear of Glenda’s passing. I know she was a wonderful Wife ,Mother and Grandmother. My Mother thought of Glenda as the Daughter she never had. They will now be reunited and may she rest in peace and my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and you family during this time.
Jon Seay
Sam,
My deepest condolences to you on the passing of your mom Glenda. She was a beautiful person who provided you guidance, love and nourishment. May God bless her soul.
Please have faith in the Lord during these trying times.
Sincerely,
Perfecto Perales
We are so sad for your loss. We will be praying for the family.
I am truly saddened to hear of your Glenda’s passing and I would like to express my sincere condolence. She was such an amazing person who touched the lives of many. I remember our many conversations at First Union. Glenda was so full of life with a great sense of humor and a beautiful smile.
May your memories and the Lord be your comfort during these difficult days.
In Christ,
Rick Shaft
Donna, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts prayers are with you.
Grandma was a wonderful, caring and loving spirit that I am proud to have met, gotten to know and love before God wanted her back. Our time together was memorable and I won’t forget your acceptance and kindness. I love you Grandma Brinkley.
Don, Donna, Sammy and families,
Glenda was such a wonderful neighbor and friend – we have such good memories of the Brinkleys next door. We are thinking of you and your pain in losing such a kind and caring sweet spirit. We are all more fortunate to have known Glenda. Praying for your comfort in knowing that she was so well loved.
Glenda was a very specail lady and she always had a beautiful smile when you saw her. She will truly be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Brinkley Family, We are sorry to hear about Glenda. We were neighbors years ago, she was a very nice and caring Lady. Your family will be in our prayers.
Homer, Barbara & Denise Franklin
Dear Don, Sammy, and Donna,
Glenda was such a gracious and gentle person – a beautiful and loving presence. She will be greatly missed by her friends and church family. We love you all and will be praying for you.
Pat and Charles Kirby
Donald and family,
I was so honored to know Glenda and enjoy her friendship. Thank you for giving me the privilege to do her hair and make her look like Glenda one more time. I love you and I pray God will fill your void with wonderful memories of her.
Love, Donna Smith