Brenda Ann Bundy, 68, of Centralia formerly of Salem, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 3, 2023, surrounded by her family.

She was born June 10, 1955 in Mt. Vernon, the daughter of Herbert L. Gutzler and Fern E. (Marlow) Gutzler.

She married David E. Bundy on November 23, 1973 in Bluford and he preceded her in death on February 27, 2006.

Brenda is survived by her two children: Leigh Ann Bundy and Michael of Salem and Derek E. Bundy and wife Shaunda of Salem; four grandchildren: Abbie Kelton, Lanie, Libbie, and Owen Bundy all of Salem; three great-granddaughters: Mercie, Layla, and Ellie Kelton; sister: Rebecca “Becky” Shields and husband John of Bluford; brother: Nick Gutzler and wife Kim of Glen, Mississippi; six nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents: Herbert and Fern Gutzler, husband: David Bundy, she was also preceded in death by a niece: Stephanie Gutzler.

Brenda worked for several places of employment as receptionist/secretary. Before retiring, she worked and attended First Baptist Church in Salem where she also taught 3rd grade Sunday School for 25 years. Also as a foster grandparent at Jordan Elementary school for 5 years. Recently Brenda had attended First Apostolic Church in Centralia. Brenda enjoyed crafting. She loved her family and she cherished the time she spent with her family and friends.

Funeral Services for Brenda Ann Bundy will be held Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia with Pastor Jonathan Urshan officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Friday at the Funeral Home.

In memory of Brenda, memorial donations may be made to her grandchildren’s college fund or the Centralia Humane Society and will be accepted by the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street in Centralia, Illinois 62801 (618) 532-3523, who is honored to be of service to the Bundy family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com or the Funeral Home’s Facebook page.

Source: Sutherland Funeral Home website.
Date: December 2023
Submitted by: Sandy (Whalen) Bauer.
Relationship: 4th cousin once removed and second cousin of her husband