Brenda Kay Wilkinson, of Liberty, Mississippi, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026.

She was born May 12, 1956 to Emmett Kenneth Gallman Sr and Janice Wilson Gallman.  She was a retired Registered Nurse.

Known for her caring heart and compassionate spirit, she was always the first to show up when someone needed help. She carried a protective nature and stood fiercely devoted to her family and friends, watching over them with loyalty, strength, and boundless love.

As a dedicated Registered Nurse, she finished her career as Director of the ICU and Step-Down Unit at Lane Regional Medical Center. She devoted 30 years to caring for others during their most critical moments. Her leadership, skill, and compassion left a lasting impact on both her patients and the colleagues who had the privilege of working alongside her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ronnie Joe Wilkinson; brother Emmett Kenneth Gallman Jr.; and beloved aunts Mignonne Wilson and Marjorie Wilson.

She is survived by daughter Heather Wilkinson; son Chris Wilkinson; 2 sisters Beverly Fite and Joan Lumpkin and husband Billy Joe; brother Jeff Gallman and wife Dena; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Brown Funeral Home in Liberty, MS. from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.  Graveside Services will be Friday, March 6, at 10:00 A.M. in Liberty Cemetery in Liberty, officiated by Rev. Jim Bean-Ingram.