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Alinda D. Brenner 1953-2026

Alinda D. Brenner (Kirk), 73, of Aspers, passed away peacefully at home on August 28, 2026.

Alinda D. Brenner
Alinda D. Brenner

Alinda was born on May, 31, 1953, in Honey Grove Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Clyde Kirk and Anna M. (Palm) Kirk.

Alinda had various occupations throughout her life, including; Scotty’s Fashion, Empire Kosher, she worked as a Government Egg Inspector, Dog Groomer/Trainer/Breeder, Horse Trainer, Animal Rescue & Pet Sitter.

She loved animals, especially Doberman Pinschers and Lippitt Morgan Horses. Alinda enjoyed gardening and tending to her many animals. Most of all, she cherished the times she got to visit with her grandchildren and family.

Alinda is survived by one daughter, Tammy Mowery and her husband, Tim, of Reedsville; one son, Adam Yetter and his wife, Enna, of Harrisburg; five grandchildren, Naseem, Hayat, Jayden, Mayson, and Fayth; two sisters, Nancy Sherriff of Honey Grove and Connie Kirk-Whitesel of Honey Grove; two nephews, Jesse Whitesel and his wife, Crystal, of East Waterford and their children, Zoey and Opal, and Jason Whitesel and his wife, Joy, of East Waterford and their children, Janessa and Jase.

She was preceded in death by her late husband of 14 years, Stanley “Stan” Brenner who passed away on March 31, 2025.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Nathan and Megan Christian and their children; Jack and Serenity for the loving care and compassion they provided to Alinda.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 111 S. Main Street, Bendersville. At this time, services are private and at the discretion of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a local animal shelter of your choosing.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit the flower store.


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