Funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon, November 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. from Dickson First Methodist Church. Rev. Ed White will officiate. Visitation will be on Thursday evening, November 6, 2025, at Taylor Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will continue Friday, November 7, 2025, beginning at 12:00 Noon until 1:30 p.m. Place of rest will be in the Dickson Union Cemetery.
Those desiring memorials are suggested to the Dickson First Methodist Church Scholarship Fund or to the Dickson First Methodist Church Building Fund.
Brenda Eubank Peeler, age 82, died peacefully November 2, 2025.
Brenda was born in Dickson County and was the daughter of the late Lee Roy and Evelyn Orgain Eubank. She was educated in Dickson County Schools and graduated from Charlotte High School in the 1961 class. After high school she married James Peeler and they have been married for 64 years.
Brenda was the owner of Hodges Jewelers in Downtown Dickson where she has spent most of her life, beginning at a very early age. She has dedicated her life to the store and its customers for some 75 years. Throughout the years Brenda was involved in the community. She was a former president of the Dickson County Chamber of Commerce, Brenda was very active in her church, serving on various committees and in the early years she and James loved working with the MYF of the church. In earlier years Brenda enjoyed and took pride in working with young girls and assisting them with beauty pageants in Tennessee. She was a lifelong Methodist starting with her church in Charlotte and after marrying James they made their church home in Dickson at the First Methodist Church.
Brenda was a pianist and organist and loved her music. She was a student and graduate of the longtime piano teacher in Dickson, Mrs. Nell Miller. Brenda was called many times to play for funerals, and other special occasions. She, for many years, shared her talents with her own piano students.
Brenda was a beautiful person inside and out. She was quick-witted and could easily be involved in some Main Street shenanigans, especially with the late Tommy Hodges. Brenda loved life and could grace you with her beautiful smile anytime of the day under any circumstance.
Brenda is survived by her husband of 64 years, James Peeler, her brother Dan Eubank and his wife Mary, her sister, Barbara Jones.
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Mrs Brenda was such a sweet lady. I always looked forward to her help when I shopped at Hodges. She will be missed and remembered fondly.
Brenda was a sweet and beautiful lady. She always welcomed you with a smile when you entered Hodges. Her kindness and professionalism was second to none. She will be missed by many. 🙏🙏❤️
My daughter, Renee McFarlin Adams, dearly loved her. She taught my daughter Renee piano and they had such a wonderful relationship. She was a beautiful lady in and out ! I know she had many dear friends who will miss her so much ! She was an asset to Hodge’s Jewelry for several years .
James Edward, We extend heartfelt condolences to you and your family in this sad hour.
Mrs Brenda was a very sweet lady always had a smile every time I saw her she will be sadly missed
Our family is saddened to hear of Brenda’s death . She was always special help in the store . I know the family will find comfort in so many loving friends and family . Sincere condolences . Jim Marvin
Sharon and Ken Lewis:
James you and Brenda were such a special part of our lives when we visited Tennessee and so loved by our children. They still talk about the fun they had. Love to you.
If the walls of Hodges could talk … they would be laughing at Brenda’s slapstick jokes and her quick wit. Many stories shared on that staircase with Tommy usually being the ring leader ! Love and prayers for all her family
James, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your precious wife. I am praying for peace and comfort for you as you walk through this journey.
James i am very sorry for your loss. Brenda was a very sweet and nice lady. I always enjoyed talking to her at the store and every where I met yall. I will be keeping you in my prayers. 🙏🙏💔
James, I am so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. Brenda was always especially dear to me. We had a blast during most piano lessons. I never liked to practice, but she was so patient. Please know I am praying for you. I wish I had known sooner.
Your friend,
Crash. (Teresa Mcclelland Nicks)
Sincere condolences James on the loss of your loving, beautiful, and sweet bride. I never saw Brenda without a smile upon her face and a twinkle in her eye. I don’t think she ever knew a stranger and never said an unkind word about anyone. It was my blessing to know her since I was a young girl. And, I know she will be missed by many, especially you. Keep her memories in your heart and know you will be with her again someday. May your love of God help you during this dark and sad time. God bless. 🙏🏼
James, Dan and Barbara,
Our sympathies and prayers to you and for you. We just heard.
So many fond memories of Brenda from my sister’s piano lessons in Covilla Park to choosing our engagement ring, wedding bands and china pattern at Hodges. She watched and helped us grow up, and we remember her fondly.