Brenda Stedman Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Brenda Stedman (New Britain, Connecticut), who passed away on November 23, 2025, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Rathbun and Shirley Rathbun (Penney); her brothers, Raymond Leidel and Bryan Rathbun; and her son-in-law Jose Cruz.
She is survived by: her husband Wayne Stedman; her children, William Giove (Kristy Martin) of New Britain, Robert (Monica Giove), Shirley Cruz of New Britain, Dawn (Victor Vega) of New Britain and Elizabeth Giove of New Britain; her siblings, James (Shelley), David Leidel of Cheyenne, WY and Tami (Ricky Wiley); and her sister-in-law Lisa Rathbun. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Brenda's memory to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd Newington CT 06111.To leave a memory or note of sympathy please go to http://www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.
