of North Little Rock, AR
April 17, 1958 - February 16, 2026
Brenda Sue Rankins Hunt, age 67, gained her wings on February 16, 2026. Brenda was born on April 17, 1958, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Nolan and Emigene Rankins. She retired from SBC/AT&T after 30 years of service, where she received many accolades for her work, especially with the presidential lines.
Brenda loved creating things for others, from tie quilts and handmade crafts to beautiful wreaths, and she also enjoyed trips to the casino, the beach, and camping. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She loved her two girls with all her heart and cherished her grandchildren more than anything.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Richard ''Rick'' Hunt; her mother, Emigene Price Rankins; her father, Nolan Rankins; her sister, Karen Rankins Wade; her brother-in-law, Kevin Nicholas; her sister-in-law, Pam Rankins; and her granddaughter, Ashleigh Hunt-Bennett.
Left to cherish her memory are her two loving daughters, Leslie Harrison (Bobby) of Sherwood and Lisa Hunt (Steven) of North Little Rock; four grandchildren, Baileigh (Devyn) Nanny, Eli Nanny, Evan Hunt-Bennett, and Jackson Harrison; one sister, Edith Nicholas; three brothers, Doyle (Sue) Rankins, Kenneth Rankins, and Virgil Rankins; as well as a host of nieces and nephews, and many friends and extended family.
Visitation for family and friends will be held at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72116, on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home. A funeral procession will follow to Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock for entombment.
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17 Condolence(s)
Carla Davis
Sunday, February 22, 2026
I loved Brenda so very much. She was my cousin on my daddy side. We used to talk so much on the phone and I had promised I would get out to see her but never did. But I know she would have welco.ed me with open arms. We did visit once and I really enjoyed being with her. May she rest in peace.
Dolores Reeves
Friday, February 20, 2026
Brenda was a sweet lady. May she rest in peace.
Rick King
Friday, February 20, 2026
So sad to hear of Brenda's passing. We worked together years ago at SW Bell. She was a real sweetheart. Will be missed by so many, prayers for her girls and her family.
Libby Nixon
Friday, February 20, 2026
"May God's peace and love surround you during this difficult time."
Libby Clement
Friday, February 20, 2026
It breaks my heart about Brenda. I knew her from AT & T. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sherry Little
Friday, February 20, 2026
Leslie and Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your mom passing. She has been a good friend for the last 30 years and I will miss her. We all know how much she loved yall and the grandkids! Rest in Peace Brenda❤️
Taunya Sneed
Thursday, February 19, 2026
My condolences. Life will never be the same. Hold on to your faith and God will give you peace. I'm praying you.
Johnella McCrary
Thursday, February 19, 2026
I am so sad. I loved Brenda so much, she was a true friend to me and also my daughter God mother. We will miss her so much.
Barbara smith
Thursday, February 19, 2026
You are in my thoughts. I’ll always remember how wonderful she was for taking care of rojo.
Jessie Burchfield
Thursday, February 19, 2026
So sorry for your loss! I know you were really close. Praying for you.
Beth Milligan
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Brenda was a very special friend and I know she loved her family.
Charlie Williams
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
I have known Brenda for a long time. She was a very good friend and helped me through some difficult times. We worked together until my retirement in 2002 but we kept in touch since. She was a perfect example of a true friend and she will surely be missed here on earth .
Theresa Champion
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
I am so sorry to see this. I knew Brenda from the time when our children attended school together at St. Patrick’s. She was a great mom. Lisa, our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Eternal Rest grant to her, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Cheryl duncan
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Brenda was a sweet friend. We worked together at SBC in LR till we moved to Northwest Ar in 1981. We kept in touch through Facebook after that. So sorry to hear this. Was so unexpected. Prayers for the family. 🙏
Wanda Nall
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
So sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing we had a lot of fun times in past worked with her AT&T she was such a good cook. Praying for familyl Love Wanda
Pauline Pharr
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
My deepest condolences to Brenda’s family. I have known you guys for 40 plus yrs and I cherish the memories and hold you all dear to my heart. May you find peace and comfort during this time and know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers always. I love y’all so much.
Pauline
Susan Rankins
Monday, February 16, 2026
Eternal rest grant unto Brenda, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. May almighty God bless us with his peace and strength, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Holding the good memories close will keep her with us in our hearts.