Wanda Yvonne "Mino Mikan Kwe "(Good Trail Women) Brodie

BRODIE, Wanda Yvonne “Mino Mikan Kwe” (Good Trail Woman) – Age 89, of Fenton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton. Chaplain Craig Dockery officiating. Burial will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Those desiring may make contributions to the Fenton V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #3243.

Wanda was born March 5, 1937, in Flint, Michigan, the daughter of Louis Henry and Emma (Gardner) Henry. Her father was Saginaw Chippewa, and her mother was Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Her parents met at Haskell Indian School in Kansas, a connection that reflected the heritage Wanda carried proudly throughout her life. She graduated from Flint Technical High School and attended Flint Junior College. On June 19, 1954, she married the love of her life, Philip Dean Brodie. They shared nearly 60 years of marriage before his passing on October 20, 2013.

Wanda retired from Michigan Bell, later AT&T, after many years of dedicated service. She was a proud member of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe and a life member of the Fenton V.F.W. Auxiliary Post #3243.

Throughout her career with Michigan Bell and Ameritech, Wanda was respected for her leadership, communication skills, and dedication to helping others. She was a proud member of the Communications Workers of America (CWA) and served in several union leadership positions, including Chief Steward and Vice President. She was also a facilitator for Quality of Work Life programs throughout Michigan and shared her skills as a co-teacher for Women Workers conferences at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University, where she helped others grow as leaders in the workplace. Following her retirement, Wanda continued her lifelong commitment to service through volunteer work in the Native American community and organizations supporting grandparents raising grandchildren.

Wanda enjoyed reading, flowers, going to the casino, hunting in Rose City with Phil, and spending time at the lake. More than anything, she cherished time spent with her family. She always put everyone before herself and will be remembered as selfless, caring, warm, and full of joy. Nothing brought Wanda more joy than being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She took great pride in her family and loved every opportunity to gather everyone together. She had a gift for making everyone laugh and was truly a joy to be around. Her humor and presence could brighten any room, and those moments will be cherished by her family forever.

Surviving are her children, Phyllis Brodie, Barbara Brodie, and David (Sharlene) Brodie; daughter-in-law, Cindy Brodie; grandchildren, Roxanne (Michael), Stephanie (Vern), Lisa (Troy), Danny (Kalyn), Travis, and Stevie (Sondra); great-grandchildren, Amber, Joey, Philip, Nathan, Sara, Evan, Gracie, Lovern III, and Elijah; sister, Winona Jean Hancock; sister-in-law, Rita Wylie; and several beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip Dean Brodie; her parents, Louis and Emma Henry; her son, Steven Brodie; her grandson, Ryan Nielson; and her sisters, Anita Henry and Linda (Paul) Schramm.

Wanda’s family would like to thank all those who were part her life and friendship throughout the years. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.