Mother Brenda Gay- Albert

HER LEGACY... The Story of Mother Brenda Gay-Albert

A life of faith, love, and service! These are the words that best describe Brenda Gay- Albert. She was a woman who walked closely with the Lord, lived with grace, and poured her heart into everyone she encountered. Her journey began on September 18, 1962, in Chicago, Ilinois where she was born to Bubble Gay Sr. and Ruby Gay.

From her earliest years, Brenda carried a quiet strength and a joyful spirit that would become the hallmark of her life. Growing up in Chicago, Brenda’s days were filled with family, church, and the values that would shape her character and devotion on to Christ. It was during these early years that her faith was nurtured, and her heart prepared for the calling God had placed on her life. As a young woman, Brenda met Colliens “Bill” Albert who would become not only her life partner but also her best friend. In 1989, together Bill and Brenda relocated to Michigan City, Indiana where they would have a fresh start and begin se ng a life to raise their family of 4. They made this their permanent home to share countless memories and demonstrated what it meant to walk hand in hand with God and one another. Brenda’s life was more than years lived, it was a testimony of service, worship, and love. She faithfully served at Revival Center COGIC, uplifting others through her roles on many ministries including choir, usher board, Mother’s Board, Woman’s Ministry, and The Prayer team. She also dedicated many years of her heart and service to local childcare facilities, including Giggly Wiggly Daycare, where she earned the title to be affectionately known as “Granny” to all of her daycare babies. Her warm smile, kind words, and unwavering encouragement le an imprint on everyone she encountered.

On Thursday, August 21, 2025 Brenda Gay-Albert went from earth to her eternal home in Glory. Brenda was preceded in death by her Father and Mother, Bubble Sr. and Ruby Gay. Brothers: Lacy, Phillip, and Bubble Gay Jr. Sisters: Valerie (James) Conner, Cleo Giles, and Peggy Gay. Uncles: Leon and Joe Carl Higgins, Aunts: Gloria Martin, Annie Higgins, Doris Martin, Dorothy Smith, and Gladys Walton.

Her legacy continues through her husband of 41 years, Colliens “Bill” Albert. Her Children, Tamara “Cordell” Thomas, Deon Albert Sr., Arla Albert, and Izaiah Albert all of Michigan City, IN; Grandchildren: Antonio Conley, Teana Austin, Deon Albert II, Taniya Austn, Deshia Albert, Aniya Thomas, Cordell Thomas Jr., Cameron Thomas, Kahlil Calvin, Adonis Albert, and Aa’ziylah Albert. Aunt: Geneva Marin of Michigan City, IN; Best friends of over 40 years: Angie Lattimore and Deatrice Higgins, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and the many lives she touched.

Though she now rests in the presence of her Savior, her spirit lives on in the lessons she taught, the prayers she prayed, and the love she shared. “Well done, good and faithful servant…enter into the joy of your Lord.” – Matthew 25:23 

A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 11:00am at Revival Center C.O.G.I.C., 938 W. 8th St., Michigan City, Indiana. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of service at the church. Burial will take place at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens. The eulogy will be delivered by Superintendent Dewitt Jackson, Sr. 

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