Brenda Sue Lefler

Lefler, circa 1974

  • Missing Since 05/02/1974
  • Missing From Greenacres, Florida
  • Classification Endangered Missing
  • Sex Female
  • Race White
  • Date of Birth 03/08/1943 (83)
  • Age 31 years old
  • Height and Weight 5'7, 130 pounds
  • Clothing/Jewelry Description A white blouse, blue denim shorts, sandals and several silver rings, including a fish ring on her left hand.
  • Medical Conditions Lefler has diabetes and is insulin-dependent. She left her insulin behind.
  • Distinguishing Characteristics White female. Red hair, hazel eyes. Lefler wears prescription eyeglasses. Her ears are pierced and her right index finger is curved. Her nickname is Suzie and her maiden name is Blanchette.

Details of Disappearance

Lefler was last seen in Greenacres, Florida on May 2, 1974. When she disappeared she left a note behind, saying she was running away with her boyfriend. She left behind her clothes, credit cards, purse and insulin. Authorities believe she did not leave of her own accord but was murdered, possible due to a love triangle.

Few details are available in Lefler's case. Her mother died in 2005; in the obituary, Lefler is noted as having pre-deceased her.

Investigating Agency

  • Palm County Sheriff's Office 800-458-8477

Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated August 19, 2026; clothing/jewelry description added, distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.