Ms. Brenda Joyce Nute, age 68, of Fayetteville, passed away August 16, 2019 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Brenda was born in Atlanta on September 30, 1950 to the late William and Frances McAllister. She attended Russell High School in East Point, GA. Brenda was a cook/manager at Johnny’s Manager and chef at Spondivits and Benefield’s for more than 20 years. She enjoyed her work cooking and serving customers.

Brenda was kind and loving. She was bubbly and easy-going. She had a passion for camping and hiking. She was happiest when she was outdoors in nature. She spent many happy days on the Appalachian Trail. Brenda was a lover of animals, especially of the many dogs she had over her lifetime.

Along with her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her brothers Steve McAllister and Larry McAllister. She is survived by her long-time companion and friend: Keith Holloway of Fayetteville; daughter: Tina Nalley Culp of Waco, TX; son: Raymond Gonzalez; brothers: David McAllister of Chicago, Il, Johnny (Rita) McAllister of Georgia, Danny McAllister of California; dear friends: Leo and Maggie Emond of Hampton; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins; beloved pet dog: Abby.

Messages of condolence may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com. Brenda’s family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 W, Fayetteville, GA.