Sally Wood BREBNER
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Sally Wood BREBNER

  • October 12, 1926 - July 16, 2011
  • Marquette, Michigan
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“I have just today learned of the passing of Mrs. Brebner.I offer my condolences to Mr. Brebner and all of the Brebner family. I was a close friend to...Read More » ”
1 of 27 | Posted by: Lambodara Das - Willingboro, NJ

“Dear Brebner Family, Thinking of you at this time. Sally was such a great gal. Certainly she had a twinkle in her eye! I will miss seeing her...Read More » ”
2 of 27 | Posted by: Ann Carefoot Gingrich - CO

“Dear Polly and Family, We were so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She had such a love for life and all it offered. May your memories of the...Read More » ”
3 of 27 | Posted by: Gerry & Carol Pinkos - Clarkston, MI

“There is sadness when another bright star of my youth and much loved member of the Marquette community passes away but there is the fond memory of...Read More » ”
4 of 27 | Posted by: Jerry Shimon - Flint, MI

“Mrs. Brebner was one of those classy Marquette ladies that put a smile on your face. ”
5 of 27 | Posted by: Timothy Acocks Sr - Munising, MI

“The Brebner Family, I'm so sorry to hear of Sally's passing. She has always been a sweatheart of a lady to me, and I will truly miss the...Read More » ”
6 of 27 | Posted by: Paul Beauchaine - Big Bay, MI

“Bob, We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Sally. We will keep her in our prayers. God Bless ”
7 of 27 | Posted by: Gail & Bob Green - Marquette, MI

“Bob, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Best, Joe ”
8 of 27 | Posted by: Joe LaPorte - Washington DC, DC

“We were so shocked to hear of Sally's death. Just a few months ago we hiked together with a group around Lew & Kathy Peter's property. She was a...Read More » ”
9 of 27 | Posted by: Zane & Carole Bard - Marquette, MI

“A Note to Bob: We grieve for Sally's passing and the memory of her bright eyes and terrific smile will remain in our memories. Sally and you,...Read More » ”
10 of 27 | Posted by: John Acocks - Shelton, WA

“Dear Bob and family, We are never prepared to lose a loved one and I share your grief. I will miss Sally's smile, the twinkle in her eyes and have...Read More » ”
11 of 27 | Posted by: Lydia Hoff - Marquette, MI

“Bob, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. ”
12 of 27 | Posted by: robert muelle - MI

“Bob and Family: Sally was an amazing woman and a positive, vibrant force in the lives of many. She will be missed. (My mother enjoyed visiting...Read More » ”
13 of 27 | Posted by: Shawn & Richard Hatch - Champion, MI

“Dear Polly and Family- I would like to offer you my condolences. Sally was a wonderful artist and vibrant lady. She will be missed by many. ”
14 of 27 | Posted by: Isabel Francis - Marquette, MI

“To Bob and family, I was so saddened to hear of Sally's passing. She was such a pleasure to be around. I will miss her bright smile, her sense of...Read More » ”
15 of 27 | Posted by: Don Hurst - Marquette, MI

“Bob, When my mom passed away a couple years back there were three Sally Brebner water colors brightening her home. The custody battle was...Read More » ”
16 of 27 | Posted by: Gary Kropp - Milwaukee, WI

“Dear Brebner Family, I am very sorry to learn of your moms passing. She was such a wonderful person. I loved running into her when I was visiting in...Read More » ”
17 of 27 | Posted by: carol Trost - Durham, NC

“Bob and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sally and I became friends in the mid 70's when we were in an aerobic dancing class together. I...Read More » ”
18 of 27 | Posted by: Judi Kusmirek - Eben Junction, MI

“Dear Polly and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. When I lost my Mom it was like I lost a life time of memories. Keep her...Read More » ”
19 of 27 | Posted by: Thomas Rogers - Ishpeming, MI

“Dear Bob and Family, I know how hard it is to lose a loved one and I share your grief. Sally was such a fun-loving person. You'll certainly miss...Read More » ”
20 of 27 | Posted by: Joan Hansen - Marquette, MI

“I am so sorry your mom has died, Polly. I know my mom really liked Sally and frequently commented on what a genuine lady she was. My sincere...Read More » ”
21 of 27 | Posted by: Pam Clark - Seattle, WA

“Bob,Natalie,Jamie & Polly. My sincere sympathy to you all for your loss. I only wish I could be back in Marquette to be able to express this to such...Read More » ”
22 of 27 | Posted by: Steven A. Clark - Beverly Hills, MI

“Bob, Natalie, Jamie, Polly and all of the family. Julie and I are saddened with the passing of your wife/mother. We are keeping you all in our...Read More » ”
23 of 27 | Posted by: Nancy Rau - San Diego, CA

“Dear Bob, Natalie, Jamie, Polly and families - We are devastated by the loss of Sally, your devoted wife, inspiring mother, and our great friend and...Read More » ”
24 of 27 | Posted by: Gus and Bonnie Sponberg - IN

“Bob and Family, So sorry for your loss. Sally was a very special lady and will be dearly missed. ”
25 of 27 | Posted by: Nick and Carmen Gualazzi - MI

“My sincere sympathy in the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and dear friend. Sally was a very special person to me in an ecumenical church...Read More » ”
26 of 27 | Posted by: Marguerite Adair - Marquette, MI

“Dear Bob and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Hold on to your memories, and let them guide you during this time of sadness. May angels...Read More » ”
27 of 27 | Posted by: Judy & Mike Paluda - Marquette, MI


Sally Wood Brebner, 84, of Marquette, died Saturday afternoon, July 16, 2011 at her home. Sally was born on October 12, 1926 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin to the late Nate and Pauline (Stroh) Wood. She was a graduate of Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin with a degree in Art. While at Lawrence, Sally excelled in athletics including horseback riding, golfing, tennis, and running. She received many awards in tennis and golf. Sally loved to travel and spend time in the outdoors. She was known for her sense of humor and enjoyed surrounding herself with young people. Family and friends were very special to Sally. Those who knew her will always remember her smile, her positive outlook on life and the twinkle in her eye. Sally was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Marquette. She was involved in the fundraising campaigns for Peter While Public Library and the Marquette Regional History Center. She was also a founding member of the Cotillion Dance Club, the Lake Superior Art Association and a very successful watercolorist. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Robert B. Brebner whom she married on October 9, 1946 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; three daughters, Natalie (Jeff) Wisehart of Seeley Lake, MT, Jamie A. Brebner of Libby, MT and Polly (Richard) Derby of Ishpeming; four grandchildren, Ashley W. Wisehart, McKenna L. (Sean) Wildhaber, Walker B. Derby and Hanna P. Derby; one great grandson, Hudson Wildhaber; a sister, Mary Small of Naples, FL; also numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death besides her parents was a son, Robert P. Brebner; one brother, Johnny Wood and a sister, Jane Guy. Sally's family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, July 23rd beginning at 10 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Marquette. A memorial service and celebration of her life will follow at 11:30 a.m. with the Rev. Nicholas Cammarata officiating. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy in Sally's memory are kindly asked to consider the YMCA Skate Park c/o the Marquette County Community Foundation, 401 E. Fair Ave., Marquette, MI 48955, Bay Cliff Health Camp, Big Bay, MI 49808, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St., Marquette, MI 49855 or the Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St., Marquette, MI 49855. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family where memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com