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>Brenda Joy Beukema (Grantham), 79, of Goshen, IN, passed away on August 24, 2025 after a strong-fought battle with many chronic ailments. 


>Brenda was born on August 18, 1946 to James Maynard Millard Grantham and Leta Ilene Grantham in Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL and attended Horace Mann school. 

Brenda had a total of 6 children, Patrick J. Conaty Jr., Carolle E. Dunn, Norma M. Velasco (Beukema), Joseph D. Edwards, Timothy J. Edwards, and Tiffany N. Cruz (Foreman). 

 We will miss her greatly and hold dear to the best memories we have. 

 >Brenda was predeceased by both parents, her siblings Herbert Maynard Grantham, Edgar Warren Grantham, Leta Ilene Smith (Grantham), one son (Patrick James Conaty, Jr.), and one daughter (Carolle E. Dunn).  She is survived by 2 sons and 2 daughters, many beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

The family requests that all flowers and notes are sent to 1003 Hudson St. Elkhart, IN 46516. There will be an intimate and private memorial arranged for close family (TBD). 

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