Brenda Joyce (Collins & Fornal) Levinski, 73, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, formerly of Martins Ferry, Ohio, died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, September 3, 2022 in her home with her family by her side. Born September 19, 1948 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, she is preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Dorothy Levinski, as well as her brother, Robert Levinski.

Brenda was a graduate of Willow Run High School and was part of the synchronized swimming team. She was a homemaker most of her life and worked in the service industry for some years. She continuously worked on arts and crafts. She took great pleasure in baking and decorating during the holidays. Her passion and love were towards animals, especially her dogs, Sassy, Pricilla, and Meeca.

Survivors include her children, Charles Dale Collins of Ypsilanti and Belinda Joyce Styron of Monroe. Her grandchildren are Thomas, Victor, Derek, and Rebecca Styron, as well as Zoe Moore. Her great-grandchildren are Ada and Ruby Puryear.

A memorial service will be held 6 pm Thursday, September 15, 2022 at Stark Funeral Professionals with visitation beginning at 4 pm. Brenda wished to be laid to rest in Blaine, Ohio beside her grandmother, Alice Johnson Greenly, with whom she experienced her most cherished childhood memories.