Brenda L. Niver, age 45,
of Romulus, died at Geneva General Hospital on Monday, January 23,
2012.
She remained optimistic throughout her entire battle with cancer and
always lived by the motto “Just Remember Through It All, Never Give
Up.” She did not take any “bull” unless it had horns.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, January 28th
at Ovid Federated Church, 7137 Main Street, Ovid, officiated by
Pastor Diane Walker and Pastor Ralph Selin. Friends are invited to
attend a reception following the service. The family asks those who
wish to remember Brenda in the form of a contribution to kindly
consider Interlakes Oncology and Hematology, 675 Washington Street,
Geneva, NY 14456.
Brenda was born in Ithaca on September 8, 1966, the daughter of
Edson and Betty (Terry) Baker. Brenda was a graduate of South Seneca
High School. She worked as a distribution technician at Genex in
Ithaca for the past several years.
Brenda had a heart full of love for all creatures, and a deep
passion for the care of her horses, bulls, dogs, and cats. Those who
knew her will remember her fearless attitude, both regarding her
illness and life in general. She allowed nothing to stand in her
way, and her strong will shone through in every aspect of her life.
Even when displaying her trademark stubbornness, however, she
maintained a cheerful attitude, and her smile drew attention
wherever she went. A loving mother and devoted wife, she was loved
by all, her family was always a priority to her, and she could find
joy simply spending time with her loved ones. |
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Brenda is survived by her husband, Brian C. Niver of Romulus;
daughter, Ninja M. DeParde of Romulus; step children Dennis and
Rebecca Niver of Richmond, VA; mother, Betty J. Baker of Interlaken;
grandmother, Beatrice E. Terry (Richard) Greenwalt of Ovid; a
grandson, Brodie Niver of Richmond, VA; a godson, Mathew “Bucky”
Moore; two sisters, Terry L. (Wendell) Moore and family of
Interlaken; Connie M. (John) Lucas and family of Aberdeen, MD;
special friend Michelle E. Langley of Interlaken; several aunts,
uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews; mother in law, Carol S.
Patterson of Richmond, VA; and many very special friends. She was
preceded in death by her father, Edson W. Baker, Sr.; brother, Edson
W. Baker, Jr.; grandfather, Earl S. Terry; and grandparents Charles
and Maude Baker |