Brenda Blackson's Final Farewell

Brenda Cathryn Blackson departed this life on Monday, August 1, 2022, at Glenwood Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. Ms. Blackson graduated from Carroll High School, class of 1965, where she served as Class President. She was a staunch Carroll Bulldog supporter and was the driving force behind her class reunions. She was employed at Riverwood International as a Purchasing Agent for more than 38 years. She was the sister of Patricia Blackson-Roberson, who preceded her in death in October 2021. Ms. Blackson is survived by one remaining sister, Ms. Lela Blackson Wilson, and one nephew, Reginald Roberson. Funeral arrangements are scheduled for Saturday, August 13, 2022, 10:00 AM at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Brannon Hall, 2918 Maddox Street in Monroe, LA, with Rev. Oliver W. Billups, Jr., Pastor, officiating. Visitation will be Friday, August 12, 2022, 1:00 – 5:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home in Monroe, LA.