Brenda Kay Arthur

Brenda Kay Arthur, 68, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Sovah Health & Rehab.

She was born on May 6, 1958, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Mark Arthur and Mary Arthur. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her niece, Dominique.

Brenda was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Bellevue Hospital in New York for many years. Brenda found joy in reading, watching Law & Order, listening to good music, and especially enjoying her favorite Neapolitan ice cream. She treasured time spent with her family and friends and will be remembered for her kind heart and gentle spirit.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving son, Dwayne Anthony Smith (Cynthia); her cherished granddaughter, Leila Smith; her brothers, Derrick Arthur (Yvonne), Larry Arthur (Alicia), and Raymond Prunty; and her sisters, Crystal Butler, Sandra Arthur, and Debbie (Cheryl) Arthur, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2026, in the Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service with Pastor John Breedlove officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Sovah Health & Rehab for the compassionate care shown to Brenda during her illness.

Brenda's love, kindness, and gentle presence will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.