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“My Dear Smiley Brenda... There will always be a soft, lit night light in my heart, shining for you...It will never dim of the warm, happy thoughts I...Read More »
1 of 40 | Posted by: Dennis Brgoch - Brown Deer, WI

“Brenda will be greatly missed by all, she was a dear loving friend. Our hearts go out to Dan and the families. Words can not describe her energy,...Read More »
2 of 40 | Posted by: Laurie Tyson - New Berlin, WI

“Dear Aunt Brenda, Your smile and spirit will remain in hearts forever. God needed you in Heaven to make others laugh. Your time here was cut to...Read More »
3 of 40 | Posted by: Stacy Dow - vancouver, WA - niece

“Dear Dan and all of Brenda's family...You will no doubt hear many tried and true stories/memories in the days to come of the caring, compassionate...Read More »
4 of 40 | Posted by: Diane Presser - Milwaukee, WI

“Brenda was married to Dan Rodzwell. Dan is my younger brother. I remember Brenda as the most giving and compassionate person I have ever known. ...Read More »
5 of 40 | Posted by: Bob Rodzwell - Chandler, AZ

“Thinking of your loss and a special prayer for all of you . This is a very sad time but all the wonderful memories will stay in your heart forever....Read More »
6 of 40 | Posted by: Pam Amoroso - chicago, IL

“Dear Dan and Family, We send our love at this difficult time. The very thought of Brenda, her joyful presence and amazing spirit, will be so...Read More »
7 of 40 | Posted by: Jeannie and Gene Meyer - WI

“I feel I must add that my sadness, or sympathy also extends to Dan's family who also loved Bren so much.he will need all your love and support. ”
8 of 40 | Posted by: Mary - LasVegas - friend

“My sincere & deepest sympathy to Dan, Deb, Nancy & the rest of the family. Even though I have only known her for just over 2 yrs., I'll always...Read More »
9 of 40 | Posted by: TONY ROMANO - SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI

“Our hearts are deeply saddened by Brenda's untimely passing from a life so fully filled with love and caring. While our thoughts are with you, each...Read More »
10 of 40 | Posted by: Ellie and Frans Eliason - AZ

“So sorry for the loss of your precious gift Brenda. The joy she brought to your family will be remembered for ever. ”
11 of 40 | Posted by: Oretha Harris - Milwaukee, WI

“I considered Brenda my best and dearest friend. And I know, many of us feel the same way....We will grieve our loss BUT we must celebrate her life...Read More »
12 of 40 | Posted by: Mary Chaparas - Las Vegas, NV

“Brenda, I am so blessed to have had you in my life. You have always treated me like I was the most important person in the world when we'd talk. I...Read More »
13 of 40 | Posted by: Jill M Reseburg - Sheboygan, WI

“Dearest Dan &Family, There aren't any words that will ever describe the void we will all feel wihout Brenda's smile, laughter, and kindness. ...Read More »
14 of 40 | Posted by: Valerie Edwards - MIlwaukee, WI

“BRENDA , WE WILL MISS YOU THANK YOU FOR TOUCHING OUR LIVES WITH YOU KINDNESS AND SMILE. FROM ESTHER AND DEE DEE. ”
15 of 40 | Posted by: Esther Garcia - racine, WI

“Nancy and Family We have precious memories of Brenda when our children were young, and our families celebrated many birthdays together. We can...Read More »
16 of 40 | Posted by: Bob & LaVerne Petzold - FL

“I remember all the special times and laughs we shared.The special hugs and kisses and the Special Friend that I Love.ISincerely will miss you! Dan,...Read More »
17 of 40 | Posted by: Mary Washington McCoy - Milwaukee, WI

“To All Family and Friends of Brenda’s, I sent her a Valentine...The Lord took her home before she could read it...Knowing the Love of God, He...Read More »
18 of 40 | Posted by: Jennifer Reno - Menomonee Falls, WI

“Brenda, You touched so many lives and left us all the better for it. I'll always remember your kindness, warmth,and compassion for those in your...Read More »
19 of 40 | Posted by: Kathy Wozniak - Mequon, WI

“Brenda showed nothing but real beauty inside and out,from the first time I worked with her,her personality was genuine ,she will be missed my heart...Read More »
20 of 40 | Posted by: stanley richmond - milwaukee, WI

“I am truly blessed to have know Brenda. She always lit up a room with her smile and great attitude! The relationship she had the residents at Seven...Read More »
21 of 40 | Posted by: Amanda Selk - Milwaukee, WI

“To all who loved Brenda, I hope that your sadness and grief will be replaced by the joy of knowing that sweet Brenda is not in pain anymore and is...Read More »
22 of 40 | Posted by: Laura Petzold Mazzone - WI

“What better friendships than childhood friendships: school, boys, silliness, 'truth-or-dare' all the laughter I shared with Brenda growing up; a dear...Read More »
23 of 40 | Posted by: CINDY DICK ROTHE - Friend

“I HAVE MANY LOVING AND FOND MEMORIES OF BRENDA. SHE WAS BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT. I WOULD ALWAYS CALL HER MY BARBIE OR SAY BRENDA YOU LOOK LIKE A...Read More »
24 of 40 | Posted by: Angela Thrower - Milwaukee, WI

“My fondest Memory Of Brenda is and will always be her smile, compassion and the friendship she extended me at Bradley and beyond, I was a brand new...Read More »
25 of 40 | Posted by: Denise L Banks - Milwaukee , WI

“Dear Dan, My deepest sympathies are with you and your family after hearing of Brenda's passing. Brenda was a shining light and touched...Read More »
26 of 40 | Posted by: Wendy Kopatich - Oconomowoc, WI

“Dear Rhonda, my prayers and with you and your families at this difficult time. Your face lit up every time you talked of Brenda, and she will take...Read More »
27 of 40 | Posted by: Antoinette Stil - WI

“Love, Hugs & Prayers continue every moment. ”
28 of 40 | Posted by: Gladys Chmiel

“My loving memories of Brenda...We worked together for many years @ Bradley (circa 1980) and left together to join Seven Oaks. We shared each others'...Read More »
29 of 40 | Posted by: Scott W. Franke - Brown Deer, WI

“my prayers are with you and your family my dearest godmother hope you get through this i know what your going through mary saula ”
30 of 40 | Posted by: mary saula - milwaukee, WI

“Dan, Brenda's passing leaves a huge void in my life. Her & I go back as far as kindergarten @ Happy Hill and continued thru James Madison High...Read More »
31 of 40 | Posted by: Sue Fisher - Pewaukee, WI

“SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNOW WHAT YOUR GOING THROUGH MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ”
32 of 40 | Posted by: MARY SAULA OR PETZOLD - MILWAUKEE, WI

“God looked around his garden and saw a empty place.He than looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face.He put his arms around you and lifted...Read More »
33 of 40 | Posted by: Kathy DornBrook - milwaukee, WI

“Brenda was one of most outwardly and inwardly beautiful people i've ever known. Never negative about life, never speaking ill of others. Sometimes I ...Read More »
34 of 40 | Posted by: Dauna (Hale) Dobrinska - WI

“Occassionally in life we come across that very special someone. A person who is held in high esteem to all. Someone who can light up a room with...Read More »
35 of 40 | Posted by: David & Cathy Curro - Brookfield, WI

“Dan, I am so sorry Brenda has passed on. My heart is breaking for you. I will always remember her as the fun and beautiful cousin that she is. I...Read More »
36 of 40 | Posted by: Andrea Fredrickson - Green Bay, WI

“Brenda was always so very friendly when she came into the bank..she could make me smile even when I was down..I will always remember Brenda as a ...Read More »
37 of 40 | Posted by: Diane Klarkowski - Oconomowoc, WI

“Our hearts are truly saddened by Brenda's passing. She was such a beautiful lady so full of life. We had so many fun times and great memories. Even...Read More »
38 of 40 | Posted by: Steve & Rhonda Smith - MUSKEGO, WI

“Nancy, The weight of your loss is a heavy one. I pray for you and yours. Josie Bellone ”
39 of 40 | Posted by: Josie Bellone - Wauwatosa, WI

“Oh my Nancy, so sorry, very sad and difficult for your entire family. My sympathy to all. Victoria Blankenheim ”
40 of 40 | Posted by: Victoria Blankenheim - Shorewood, WI


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Brenda L. Rodzwell (nee Mortl), 54, of Oconomowoc, born October 21, 1957 in Milwaukee, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 12, 2012. Brenda is survived by her loving husband Dan Rodzwell, parents George and Nancy Mortl, sisters Debra Krzyanek, Marcia (Kent) Eliason and Rhonda (Jeff) Trickey. Also survived by many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service for Brenda will be held at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Oconomowoc on Friday, February 24, 2012 at 7:00 PM. Visitation for family and friends will take place from 4:00 PM until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Faith Cancer Center at Froedtert Memorial Hospital.