Brenda Ann (Kesler) Myers, age 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Soin Medical Center, surrounded by her loving children.

She was born February 2, 1940, in Terre Haute, Indiana, the daughter of Harvey and Louise (Haugh) Kesler. Brenda graduated from Xenia High School in 1958, where she met and married her true love, Charles (Chuck) Myers of Xenia, Ohio.

Brenda loved her family more than anything and made it her priority to be the best mom she could be. From everyday responsibilities to gourmet cooking, she did all things with kindness and love, ensuring everyone knew the importance of a warm family home. Brenda’s kitchen—known as “Mom’s Kitchen” to all who spent time there—was always the hub of everyday activity. The wonderful aromas of her homemade tomato juice (perfect for chilis and stews), jalapeño and habanero jellies (ideal for party snacks), spicy pickled “hot pots” and signature party mixes filled the air the moment you walked through the door.

Her other great loves were her best friends and beloved Golden Retrievers, Sammie and Annie Mae, who brought her so much joy. Anyone who spent more than a few minutes with them knew their bond was far deeper than that of a dog and its owner. They were truly her children, and she cared for them as such.

Brenda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles (Chuck) Myers. She is survived by her children: Catharine Myers and Christine Wallen of Xenia, and Andrew Myers of Jamestown; her grandchildren: Raymond and Danielle (Mulcahy), Justin and Samantha (Wallen), and Benjamin Andrew (Myers); her great-grandchildren: Lily Ann, Arrianna, and Corbin (Wallen); and her sisters: Linda (Martin) of North Carolina, Cynda (Revere) of Virginia, and Becky (Bruck) of California.

Interment will be at Woodland Cemetery, 281 Dayton Avenue, Xenia, Ohio 45385. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Golden Retrievers In Need, P.O. Box 24365, Cleveland, OH 44124 (Attn: G.R.I.N. Treasurer), or online at grinrescue.org.