Brenda Harris Angall

It was a beautiful day on October 18, 1945, when Brenda Angall was born to Waveney Florence Angall (deceased) and Walter Agustus Hollingsworth (deceased) in Georgetown Guyana. Being a middle child her love for culinary, sewing, gardening, and helping with household duties was fostered. Her childhood was surrounded by love, laughter, and a very caring and nurturing family. She completed her education at Bedford Methodist School in Guyana. Brenda migrated to the United States in the 1970’s and pursued her citizenship. As soon as she began settling, she sent her family in Guyana many things to make life easier for them. Upon the unexpecting passing of her mother she arrived back in Guyana to assist with the burial. Once back in the US being the compassionate person, she was she helped make it possible for her youngest sister to also come to the United States. In December 1977, she and Compton Edwards welcomed the arrival of a daughter Francine “Marsha” Angall. Five years later in October 1983 they would also bare a son Darryl Wesley Angall. Brenda dedicated her life to her children and loved them unconditionally. Brenda raised her children in Riverdale, MD and made it a priority to keep them safe, raised them to be strong and independent, she made certain they completed their education. Brenda also babysat her nieces alongside her children on numerous occasions. During her free time, she enjoyed watching soap operas, Oprah, Judge Judy, and other talk shows, Jeopardy and other game shows. In Brenda’s lifetime she maintained great friendships with numerous colleagues. Very unexpectedly in 2015, her son Darryl tragically passed away. Not wanting to be alone she moved in with her daughter and son in law to help raise her grandkids for many years. The bond she shared with her family during her time of mourning was unmatched. In 2020, Brenda became ill and resided at Largo Nursing Home, in Largo Maryland for care and rehabilitation. For the past 5 years, although she no longer lived with her family at home; visits to the nursing home were made very often. On occasion, she would often receive visitors from a number of friends; they would bring some of her favorite Guyanese dishes which she appreciated. Brenda’s memory was intact until her sudden passing, she remembered birthdays and other special events that took place during her lifetime which amazed everyone. Often, her family and friends would call to speak to and pray for Brenda while in the nursing home she enjoyed each and every one of them until her passing. In the last few months, Brenda had been in and out of the hospital. Up until this last hospital stay her health problems was quickly resolved and she would return to the nursing home. When Brenda went on to be with the lord on Monday, June 9, 2025, she did so peacefully, holding the hands of her daughter, husband, and grandkids while being prayed for. Her daughter kept her promise to be beside her and be physically present. Brenda is survived by her daughter Francine (Marsha) Angall-Williams (Michael), Darryl Wesley Angall (deceased) grandchildren Donovan, Savannah, Sisters: Leslyn Lewis (Bernard), Karen Hollingsworth (Michael) Brother: Leslie Angall, nieces, Mariska, Lesbern (Raven Sr.), Lesleyan, Les’lee, Makesha nephews: Kevin, Dameon, Quacey (deceased) numerous cousins a host of other relatives and friends.

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Brenda Harris Angall

October 18, 1945 - June 9, 2025