Brenda Kay Liles West
June 24, 1946 – November 28, 2025
Zebulon, NC – Brenda Kay Liles West, age 79, made her heavenly transition surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 28, 2025. Brenda was born June 24, 1946, in Franklin Co. to the late Robert Lee and Nettie Jane Pearce Liles. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Junior West; siblings, Robert “Mac” Liles, Ruby Duke, Peggy Gay, Shirley Hood and Jane Hawley
Brenda had a true passion for cooking; evident from the comforting aroma of home-cooked meals that often filled her kitchen. Her love for cooking was bountiful, with family and friends always looking forward to her holiday spreads and everyday dinners.
Beyond the kitchen, Brenda had a passion for quilting. Her hands created countless beautiful works of art, each stitch holding a memory and a piece of her soul.
The true light of Brenda’s life was the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She found immense joy in their company, cherishing every moment. Her legacy of love, kindness, and creativity will live on through them.
Brenda is survived by her children, Rhonda West (J. Lagunas), Tabatha Wall (Jimmy Johnson) and Randy West (Sheila); grandchildren, Casey Hopkins (Caleb), Madison Wall, Weston Wall, Amber West, Katie Lavine and Jessica Williams; great grandchildren, Charlie Hopkins, Crew Hopkins, Grayson Lavine, Garrison Lavine and Dallas Encalade; sister, Mary O’Neal.
A Visitation will take place from 6:00pm – 7:30pm on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory.
A Funeral Service will take place at 2:00pm on Thursday, December 4, 2025 in the Chapel of Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory with Pastor Tim Hopkins officiating. Entombment will take place immediately following the service at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, 809 W. Gannon Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597.
Flowers are welcomed.
Arrangements are entrusted to Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell, NC 27591. www.stricklandfuneral.com
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Brenda was such a sweet and kind lady.. We worked together at BBQ Lodge in Zebulon for many years ❤️ She had a special personality and would keep you laughing.. Keeping all her beautiful family in my thoughts and prayers 🙏✝️🙏 God Bless and be with all of you during this difficult time 🙏🥺
We will miss Aunt Brenda. Especially her chicken pastry. We love you.
Just found out about Brenda’s passing.She was always fun to be around and a very close friend.You are in our thoughts and prayers!
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