Brenda J. Howland, 66, of Buckner, passed away at 11:43 a.m., on Monday.  November 18, 2024,  at her home in  Buckner, surrounded by her family.

She was born on January 31, 1958, to Roy and Flora (Coder) Sweetin in Geneva, IL. On May 3, 1976, she married Scott R. Howland, and he survives.

Brenda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She enjoyed reading books and taking care of her plants.

Brenda is survived by her husband of 48 years, Scott Howland; her daughter Tippie Haarmann and her husband, Devin: her granddaughter, Jaryn Haarmann; her sister, Cindy Evangelides and her two brothers, Jim Roscoe and John Coder.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Flora Sweetin and her brother, David Coder.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Per Brenda's wishes, cremation will take place.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be give at www.patefh.com.