Obituary of Brenda B. Blizard

Mrs. Brenda B. Blizard, 84, of Columbia, SC, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. She was born on May 23, 1940, to the late Cramer and Thelma Blaney in Morgantown, West Virginia. She attended West Virginia University briefly and then took a detour to raise a family. She then proceeded to graduate from the University of South Carolina with a master’s in education. She had a long and accomplished career at the University of South Carolina. Having won the 1940 Parent Lottery, Brenda remained strong, loving, and dedicated of her large and extended family. She was the backbone of the family. Brenda’s passions went beyond family. She found inspirations in her faith, her love of flowers, birds, and especially, USC Football. She was a profound inspiration to all who knew her. Her playful spirit will be remembered by all. Survivors include her children, Thomas Campbell (Cheryl), Kim Hamilton (Foster), James Campbell, Kelly Cornelius (Myron), Craig Campbell, Jefferson Blizard (Shauna), and son-in-law, Peter Camelo; grandchildren, Michelle Harris (Tyler), Crystal Ficker (Nick), Alyssa Valentine (Michael), Foster Hamilton V, Coby Cornelius, Cameron Cornelius, Caymon Reed, Elizabeth Blizard, Luke Camelo, Ellie Sims (Nick), and Jack Camelo; five great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and one more on the way; brother, Martin Blaney (Bobbie); nephews and niece, Ian Blaney (Ashley), Jordan Blaney (Adriene), and Emma Blaney (Chris); and her son of the heart, Miga Tsgemid. Brenda is preceded in death by her parents listed above; her husband of 25 years, Ted Blizard; and her child, Elizabeth Camelo. Visitation will be held in Columbia, South Carolina on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Due to weather conditions in Morgantown, the committal service has been rescheduled for 11AM on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Lawnwood Cemetery in Morgantown, WV. Donations in Brenda’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 140 Stoneridge Dr #640, Columbia, SC 29210. Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements in Morgantown. Send condolences to the family online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.