of Vilonia, AR
December 21, 1946 - December 13, 2025
Brenda Gail Fowlkes, 78, of Vilonia, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2025. She was born December 21, 1946, in Conway, Arkansas, to Obie and Olean Loyd.
Brenda was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 50 years, Tommy Fowlkes; her son, Jeffrey Fowlkes; and her mother- and father-in-law, Aaron and Lorene Fowlkes.
Brenda was a faithful member of Center Point Free Will Baptist Church in Vilonia, where she joyfully served in many roles through the years, including Sunday School teacher, Children's Church worker, Nursery Director, and church Treasurer for 20 years. She was dependable, giving, and deeply committed to her church family. Brenda and Tommy also owned and operated a construction business and TBF Sanitation for many years, working side by side and serving their community with pride.
Brenda is survived by her daughter, Tiffany Brady; her son, Blake (Cynthia) Fowlkes of Vilonia; 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, who brought her so much joy and whom she loved dearly: her grandchildren Cooper (Katie) and Abie Fowlkes; Macy, Mya, and Jacob Brady; Angel (Tristan) Colón; Brynlee and Taylin Fowlkes, all of Vilonia; Whitney Brandt of Ward; Tristan (Kenya) Cochran of Missouri; and Jena (Chris) Davis of Mt. Vernon.
She is also survived by her sisters, Jackie (Johnny) Fowlkes and Tammy (Lee) Ramsey, both of Vilonia; her in-laws, Karon (Jerry) Williams, Ronnie (Linda Sue) Fowlkes, and Beverly Fowlkes; and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Jared Fowlkes, Daron Williams, Cooper Fowlkes, Kent Brown, Brandon Fowlkes, and Jody Ramsey.
There will be a Visitation held at Center Point Free Will Baptist Church in Vilonia, Arkansas, on December 17th, 2025, from 6-8pm. Funeral services will be held at Center Point Free Will Baptist Church on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 10:00am with Bro. Greig Caswell officiating . Graveside services will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery in Conway, Arkansas.
Memorials may be made to Center Point Free Will Baptist Church.
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22 Condolence(s)
Linda Dollar
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Sending prayers of comfort to Brenda's family.
Linda Dollar
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Sending prayers of comfort to Brenda's family.
Linda Dollar
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Sending prayers of comfort to Brenda's family.
Jerry & Janis Robbins
Friday, December 19, 2025
Cynthia & families, We are sorry for the passing of your husband's Mom, we are praying for all of you. God be with all of you.
Tonette molinar
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Such a precious person . Love and prayers to family
Wanda Newland
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
So sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. She was such a wonderful person. I really enjoyed when she came by the bank when I was there. Our prayers are with you all. Wanda and Larry Newland
Kieth and Pricilla McCord
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
We sorry for your loss. Blake and Tiffany you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Maxine Stell
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
With deepest sympathy. From Conway First Free Will Baptist Church.
Benji Rodgers
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of Brenda's family and friends! I attended church with her and knew her to be a wonderful person and dedicated Christian!
Diana Browning
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Praying for the family during this time. She was your matriarch for many years and she will be sorely missed.
Stefanie bair
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Sorry for your loss prayers for the family and I'm going to miss her so much
Mark and Gayle Mullenax
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Blake and family we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers
Mark and Gayle Mullenax
Shelly Carpenter
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Brenda was such a sweet and precious lady. Prayers for the family.
Linda Hicks
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
At the Museum of Veterans, we honor Ms. Brenda and her service to the community and to the museum. She was truly a quiet friend and patriot. To the family, we pray that God will hold all of you a little closer in the upcoming weeks, months and years. Please know we care.
Scott & Ashley Sanders
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Imogene Cox
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Brenda always welcomed me and my family into her home during our visits. She sent many very lovely valentines after the passing of my husband. Those were precious memories of her thoughtfulness. She truly lived a life of kindness and love. She was my niece. Signed Imogene Cox
Kathy S. Strickland
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
So sorry to hear about Brenda. May God Bless and comfort your family.
Raymond and Robbie Douglas
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and going forward.
jimmy richardson
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
so sorry for your loss. Brenda was such a nice lady and I know she will be missed. Prayers for the family
Michele Cox
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
I feel honored to have been a part of Brenda's extended family by marriage to Craig Cox. I didn't get as much time with her as most but will hold on to the memories we did make. My prayers go out to all her family and many friends.
Amy Cartwright Tucker
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Prayers for the family. Brenda was such a good soul.
Bob Barham
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
My deepest sympathy & prayers for this family.