Brenda Gillespie Nix

Brenda Gillespie Nix, 80, of Liberty, SC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was the beloved wife of the late Calvin L. Nix.

Born in Anderson County, Brenda was the daughter of the late Jesse F. Gillespie and Vader W. Gillespie. She was a graduate of Pendleton High School and Forrest Business School. Brenda worked in the accounting office of Mohasko Carpet Plant in Liberty, but one of her proudest roles was serving for several years as the secretary of Calvin L. Nix Livestock, where she faithfully worked alongside her husband.

Brenda found joy in life's simple pleasures, especially making homemade jelly using her mother's cherished recipes, shopping, and spending time with those she loved most. A devoted Mary Kay consultant for many years, Brenda took great pride in her appearance and was often complimented on her beautiful skin. Her weekly trips to the beauty shop to have her hair done were a treasured part of her routine. And, as those who knew her best would lovingly recall, Brenda had a special talent for running a little late to just about everything.

Brenda is survived by her daughter, Kimberly N. Porter (Randall) of Saluda, SC; her grandchildren, William "Will" C. Porter (Whitney) of Summerville, SC, and Makayla P. Porter (Nathan Brooks) of Liberty, SC; and her two loving sisters, Froline Thomas of Greenville, SC, and Janice Limbaugh of Easley, SC.

The family would like to thank Dr. Ralph N. Riley, MD, Stephanie Teague, NP, and Saluda Nursing Center for all of the care and comfort provided to Brenda in her final moments.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2026 at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home.

Graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers may be made to, Emory Church, 755 Emory Rd, Saluda, SC 29138 or Saluda Nursing and Rehab Center, 3131 Newberry Hwy Saluda, SC 29138.

Visit RobinsonFuneralHomes.com or Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home & Cremations, Central-Clemson Commons.