Brenda Gayle Leighton

Brenda Gale Leighton, age 77, of Enchanted Oaks, TX, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 6th. Born on November 5, 1946 in Winnsboro, TX, Brenda was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother, and friend, known for her kindness and ability to easily make friends with everyone she met.

Brenda graduated from Mesquite High School and received certification for advanced medical training. She dedicated her career to helping others and specialized in doctor office management, medical billing and coding. She loved her patients, doctors and peers.

Brenda was passionate about her family and friends, and she often shared her love for teaching kids at Vacation Bible School each summer.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry, her children, Kim Guess and Rob Leighton and his partner Dan Dillon. Brenda was part of a beautiful, large family that includes sister Martha and husband Steve, and brothers Larry and wife Brenda, Michael and Kevin and wife Mary Jo. Her family also includes grandchildren Britnee Leighton-Gerstenkorn, Joshua Short, Megan Riggle and Marly Leighton-Colburn along with five great grandchildren.

Brenda was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Harice and Rosalee Alford, and her grandson, Travis Leighton.

Brenda’s family will remember her love for family gatherings including the Hart Family “Cousins by the Dozens” reunions, Annual Sulphur Springs chili cook offs and holiday events including the fun and competitive family football game.

Brenda’s warmth and compassion touched the lives of many, and she will be deeply missed.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 11th at the family home in Enchanted Oaks from 3-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the ASPCA at aspca.org.

Brenda's spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.