Brenda Jo Farren
Brenda Jo Farren, age 73, of Bristol, IL, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at Rush Copley Hospital in Aurora, IL. She was born on August 26, 1949 in DeKalb, IL, the daughter of Donald and Cleo (Armstrong) Duncan. She married David Farren on January 29, 1992.
She attended the University of Illinois and Northern Illinois University, earning a degree in education. She later earned a nursing degree from Waubonsee Community College and worked as a registered nurse.
An avid runner, she took part in marathons and also enjoyed golfing with her friends and yoga. She was a lifelong Cubs fan. Brenda attended the Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ.
She is survived by her husband, David; her daughter, Colleen Barber of Plano; two stepsons, David Sean (Deanna) Farren of Plano and Lucas Chad (Sandi) Farren of Yorkville; a stepdaughter, Emily Farren of Clearwater, Florida; seven grandchildren; a great-grandson; and her sister, Barbara Messer.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Bruce Duncan; and two sisters, Bonnie Messer and Beth Duncan.
Friends may visit from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 before a service at 4:00 PM at the Nelson Funeral Home, 1617 North Bridge St., Yorkville, IL. Reverend Barbara Lohrbach will officiate.
Arrangements were made by Nelson Funeral Homes and Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com, 630-553-7611.
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