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She was known for her vibrant personality, often found dancing to Cajun music or enjoying a good gumbo.

Brenda Faye Schexnider, aged 76, passed away on October 12, 2026, in Hemphill, Texas. Born on October 27, 1949, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Leroy Arsement and Bertha Doucet Arsement, Brenda grew up in a loving family that would set the foundation for the caring person she would become.

Brenda moved to Hemphill in 2017, after living in Tomball, Texas, where she served the community as a special needs aide for Tomball ISD. Her dedication to helping others extended beyond her professional life and into her personal interactions, always bringing warmth and joy into the lives of those around her.

A member of St. Terrence Catholic Church, Brenda's faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding her actions and relationships. She was known for her vibrant personality, often found dancing to Cajun music or enjoying a good gumbo. Brenda cherished time spent fishing and embraced every opportunity to be surrounded by friends and family.

She leaves behind her loving husband of 26 years, Randy "Mike" Schexnider of Hemphill, and her daughters, Wenona Lewis and husband, Richard of Tomball, Tara David and husband, Chris, of Sulphur, Louisiana, and Millie Robison and husband, Keith, of Tomball. Brenda was a cherished sister to Debbie Hoover and husband, Tommy of Iowa, Louisiana; a beloved grandmother to Robert Lewis, Stephen Lewis and wife, Amanda, Brian Lewis and wife, Danielle, Casey Robison, Kyle Robison, Christopher David and wife, Andey, and Andrew David; and great-grandmother to Ava Lewis and James Lewis who will miss her dearly.

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Brenda cherished time spent fishing and embraced every opportunity to be surrounded by friends and family.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Leroy Arcement, Jr. and Johnny Arcement, and sister, Judith Evans.

Services will be held at a later date. Starr Funeral Home in Hemphill, Texas, is assisting the family during this time. Brenda's life and legacy will continue to be celebrated by all who knew her, as her spirit and love remain a guiding light.

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.