The family is sad to announce the unexpected passing of Brenda L. Richardson at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John, NB. on Monday, May 3, 2021 due to a battle with a long-term illness.

Born in St Stephen, NB., Brenda was a daughter of the late Frank E. and Louise E. Gaddas.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband, David, son, Dale, (Stacey), daughter, Tammy Scott (Dwight), six grandchildren: Ryan, Renee, Kaitlyn, Christopher, Gavin, and Bree, four great-grandchildren: Abrionna, Kensley, Reid and Ainsley. She is also survived by her sisters: Debbie Gibson (Clarence), Pam Smith (David), Diane Casey (Everett) and Cindy Hartford (Brian), brothers: Ernie Gaddas, Ronald Gaddas (JoAnne), Frankie Gaddas (Carlene) and Gary Gaddas, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was predeceased by her beloved sister, Susan Diane Gaddas.

Due to COVID 19 regulations, a funeral service for immediate family will be held on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 2 PM. The link for the livestream is https://youtu.be/AvRTDjbvfMc

The family will receive friends at The S. O. Mehan & Son Funeral Home Ltd., 23 Main Street, St Stephen, NB. on Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 11:30 to 1:30 PM. COVID-19 protocols will be in place and social distancing is encouraged and masks are mandatory.

For those who wish, donations in memory of Brenda may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.mehanfuneralhome.ca

The family would like to extend a sincere thanks to the nursing staff 4CN for going above and beyond during Brenda’s time there, as well as to Theresa Irving for all her care.