Brenda J. Abel Age 51, of East Sparta, passed away Monday afternoon in Altercare of Nobles Pond. She was born in Canton and was a life resident of East Sparta. Brenda was a 1976 graduate of Sandy Valley High School, and was a member of East Sparta United Methodist Church. She is survived by her parents, Steve and Pat Tyler Abel, with whom she resided in East Sparta, and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. According to her wishes she has been cremated and there will be no calling hours or services. The Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia is in charge of arrangements. Finefrock-Gordon (330) 866-9425 www.gordonfuneralhomes.com