Brenda Gaydos

Brenda Gaydos was born on July 25, 1948, in Passaic, New Jersey to Freeman Rush and Mary Fedorchak Rush. She grew up in Wallington, New Jersey, graduating from Wallington High School before pursuing secretarial school and earning her Administrative Assistant Certificate. Brenda embarked on a career as an administrative assistant, a line of work she continued for over two decades.

In 1990, Brenda married Al in State College, Pennsylvania prior to the couple moving to Plano, Texas in 1994. Brenda adored life in Plano and could not envision living anywhere else. One of her greatest joys was her involvement at Christ Church, which she joined in 1999. Through various ministries and bible studies, she found immense happiness in prayer, music, and her newfound community of steadfast friends.

Brenda had a passion for travel, visiting over 65 countries. She enjoyed spending time outdoors by the pool and under her beloved gazebo. Sharing good wine and laughs with friends was one of her favorite pastimes. Brenda also loved to paint and garden, often sharing the fruits of her labor with loved ones, with her cherished Springer Spaniel, Winston, by her side.

Known for her loyal, loving, and cheerful nature, Brenda always had a kind word for everyone she met. Her fondness for children led her to work with Mayan children and women, sponsoring a child in Rwanda, and contributing to various children’s’ aid organizations.

Brenda is survived by her devoted and loving husband Al; son Mark Gaydos and wife Laura; son Al Gaydos and wife Margaret; grandchildren Matty and Sofia; sister Ann Welzer and husband Frank; brother Wayne Rush; godson Wayne Jr.; numerous nieces and nephews; brother-in-law Jimmy Gaydos and wife Pati; and dearest friends Tom and Pam Wood. She was predeceased by her parents, brother Darl Rush, sister Barbara Davorak, and brother John Senkovich.

A celebration of Brenda’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Christ Church Plano, 4550 Legacy Dr., Plano, Texas.

Donations in Brenda’s name can be made to any organization caring for children.