Brenda Levelle Finau, 76, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025. Private Celebration of Life will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints ~ Blue Springs 1st Ward.
Brenda was born June 23, 1948 in Poplar Bluff, Mississippi to James Bryant Mills and Virgie Laura (Saucier) Mills. Brenda loved attending her church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She enjoyed many hobbies especially crafting, trivia and reading. She also loved cooking for her family. Food was her love language. Her family, especially her kids were everything to her. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Michael Graves; first husband, Robert Jeffrey Graves; brother, James Bryant Mills II; brother, Capt. Joseph Mills.
Brenda is survived by her husband Aso Finau of the home; 5 children: daughter Laura Cook (Gary) of Blue Springs, MO; son, Robert Graves of Blue Springs, MO; daughter, Tanara Gutierrez (Herbert) of Blue Springs, MO; daughter, Randi McFadden (Brenden) of Shawnee, KS; son, Aso Finau jr. of Blue Springs; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; sister, JoAnn Clarke of GA; sister Bobbette Wilson of Golden City, MO; several nieces, nephews and extended family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home Grain Valley, MO 64075 816-847-4441
Racheal Johnston
1 Jul 2025My deepest condolences for all friends and family. May God heal your hearts. Always remember there’s no timeliness for grief. Take each day in your own way.