James J Brennan's obituary , Passed away on June 21, 2024 in Springfield, Massachusetts

James J Brennan

March 21, 1933 - June 21, 2024 (91 years old)

Springfield, Massachusetts

James J Brennan's obituary , Passed away on June 21, 2024 in Springfield, Massachusetts

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Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center

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James J Brennan

March 21, 1933 - June 21, 2024 (91 years old)

Springfield, Massachusetts

James J Brennan Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James J Brennan of Springfield, Massachusetts, born in Sayre, Pennsylvania, who passed away on June 21, 2024, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Andrew J. Brennan and Coral Brennan (Suiter); his daughter Lisa Goguen; his sister Catherine Eckstein; and his former wife Barbara James Wallace.

He is survived by: his daughters, Linda Morse (Kenneth) of Hampden, Joann Brennan (Andrea Zocchi) of Centennial, CO., Debby Brennan (Allen Hopper) of Lexington, MA. and Marianne Brennan of Springfield; and his brother David Brennan (Christine). He is also survived by grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, Jim Brennan's family invite all to share their appreciation of his life and in honor of his passion for cheering people on as Saint Joseph's University's ORIGINAL Hawk (one of the most famous mascots in college sports), by contributing to the Jim Brennan Original Hawk Memorial (linked below). Donations will support SJU's Hawk Mascot program.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center



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