Brenda Jenkins Aylor

Brenda Jenkins Aylor, 77, of Madison, VA, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on March 2, 1947, in Culpeper, VA to the late Bernard Randolph Jenkins and Olive Dare (West) Jenkins. Brenda grew up in Culpeper, Virginia, on Sperryville Pike, where she spent her childhood at Jenkins Wrecking Yard. She was an active member of Woodland Methodist Church in Culpeper as child and graduated from Culpeper County High School. In 1967, she met her future husband, Kemper, and the two married soon after. Together, they settled in Madison, Virginia, where they raised two children and co-owned Madison Exxon, which later became Aylor's Garage and Towing. Brenda's career was rooted in accounting and business management. She worked as a bookkeeper at Culpeper Farmer's Cooperative for 4 years before transitioning to a payroll clerk at Wrangler in Madison for 15 years. In addition to her professional roles, Brenda played a key part in managing and running Madison Exxon and Aylor's Garage and Towing alongside her husband for the remainder of her life. Outside of work, Brenda was passionate about horses, fondly remembering her childhood horse, Silver, that she loved to ride. She was a devoted wife to Kemper for 57 years, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading novels, cycling, and spending time with her family. A gifted baker and cook, Brenda was well-known for her delicious creations. Her family and friends also appreciated her sharp wit and legendary sarcasm, making her a memorable and cherished presence in the lives of those who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband Kemper House Aylor, Sr.; her children, Kemp H. Aylor, Jr. (Cathy), and Jan Aylor Henshaw (Daniel Lamm); her grandchildren, Madeline Aylor, Hunter Aylor, Leah Henshaw, Kate Henshaw, Harper Lamm, and Lily Lamm; her siblings, Bernie Jenkins, Brad Jenkins (Tina), Betty Hess, and Barry Jenkins (Mindy); sisters-in-law, Emily Jenkins, Annie Ellis (Bob), JoAnn Halaby, Sue Beavers (Jack), Diane Bomar (Jerry), Shirley Aylor, and Susan Shaw; and numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ronnie Jenkins; sisters-in-law, Linda Jenkins and Ruth Atcheson; and brother-in-law, Malon Aylor, Jr. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. An online guestbook is available at www.compassionatecremationva.com Compassionate Cremation Services of Ruckersville, VA is handling the arrangements.

Brenda Jenkins Aylor

March 2, 1947 - February 9, 2025