Brennan, William "Buffalo Bill"
William "Buffalo Bill" Brennan. 74 years old. Friend of many. Ephraim, Ireland, Green Bay, Chicago, Milwaukee, Sheboygan.
Husband, Father, Stepfather, Grandfather, Brother, Mentor, Coach, Comedian, Saveur, Sailor, Salesmen, Footballer, Boater, Alpine Skier, Hot-Air Balloonist, Advisor, Fashion Consultant, Eagle Scout, Politician, and Maestro.
Buffalo Bill, born in 1939 to Maurice and Peggy Brennan. Raised on Kellogg Street in Green Bay with younger brothers Dan and Tim (Marilyn); the Brennan Boys had reputations for fun. Tim and Marilyn shared a lifelong connection with Bill. Buffalo Bill had a strong positive effect on many people throughout life. Attending Catholic Central High School and St. Norbert's College where he made a noticeable impact. He was a good football player receiving scholarships to Iowa State and St. Norbert's, choosing to stay close to home at St. Norbert's and marry Katherine Hockers during a blizzard in 1959. Buffalo Bill was a supportive and attentive father of sons Quinn and Louis. Bill was an active participant in the seventies, spending long summers on his boat, the Sinn Fein, on Andersen Dock in Ephraim. The fun caught up with the Buffalo and he gave up drinking; he recently celebrated 35+ years of sobriety. Bill was a supporter and advisor to many friends in need.
Bill married soul-mate, true-love and dance partner Jean Pamperin in a surprise wedding ceremony during their St. Patrick's Day party in 1986. They've had over thirty years of romantic fun, surprising achievements, and wonderful adventure. Jean's existing family became Bill's family. Buffalo Bill played an active role in the lives of Mary Jo and Jim White, Jennifer Geisel and Tim Tegen, Julie and Dennis Murphy, Marcus and Faye Belschner and Michelle and Greg Libert. Many grandchildren surrounded, supported and hung-on every word of Buffalo Bill. - Anna, Alex, Derek, Tony, Tim, Nick, Jackie, Andrew, Noah, Abby and Ryan.
The Buff's grandsons, Jack and Connor Brennan, sons of Quinn and Suzanne, have many fond memories of unusual adventures, unlikely activities and a magnetic character. Buffalo enjoyed visiting them in Philadelphia and later in Door County to spend quality time with his boys. He was very interested in Jack & Connor's athletic activities and spending summers at the Pearl cottage on Eagle Harbor in Ephraim.
Buffalo Bill was the ultimate salesmen, starting off in the lucrative 60's adhesive tape business moving to plastics packaging in the 70/80s, finally joining Jean as business manager in the fashion apparel industry. Bill and Jean enjoyed business success as well as a very rewarding life partnership.
Buffalo Bill's zest for life included a continual positive outlook and enthusiasm to "charge-on" after life's hurdles. This served him well. His ability to form a positive connection with any person of any age of any circumstance was magical and affected the lives of many people. He touched many.
William Maurice Brennan passed peacefully on Feb 12th after a short illness at Sheboygan's St. Nicholas Hospital under the expert and understanding care of Dr. Francisco Soto, MD. The family wishes to extend sincere thanks and commendations to the professionals at St. Nicks.
Friends may call at Old St. Joseph Catholic Church on the St. Norbert College Campus, 123 Grant St, De Pere, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Jay Fostner O.Praem officiating. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
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Dear Jeannie
I know u will never forget him. He was such a good man w a great sense of humor
Julie Kipta
Friend
February 10, 2021
Marcus and Family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sean & Tami Fahey
February 25, 2014
Jean
I am sorry for your loss. My best memory of Bill is of him appointing me as his assistant to replace that flagpole at the cottage...he always had fun...my kind of guy.
Jerry Prindiville
February 24, 2014
Jean and Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bill was a long time friend who I will miss greatly.
St. Patrick will welcome Bill with open arms and a smile on his face as Bill passes through Heavens gates.
God bless all.
Jeremy Kelly Sr.
February 24, 2014
Sorry to hear about your dad Quinn.
Chris Trost
February 23, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the family. Always remember Almighty God is close to those crushed in spirit and broken at heart. May he provide you with the strength needed during this difficult time of your life.
John
February 23, 2014
At this very sad time may your memories and the comfort we find in God's Word help - 2 Cor. 1:4.
February 23, 2014
So sorry to hear about your Dad Quinn- Kris Stiles Springer
kris springer
February 22, 2014
Dear Jean and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss, you have some great memories with lots of joy and laughs. Draw strength from God above and knowing that others care.
Janny & Ted Thomas
February 22, 2014
Jean I'm sorry to see that bill pasted away he was a great friend .I'm sure god will find a nice spot for him
Daniel Hetzel
February 20, 2014
Thinking of your family.
Carmen&Chris Polomis
February 20, 2014
Dear Jean and Family,
Bill was a grand fellow - we were so saddened to read that he had :Riden On Ahead: his upbeat style will be missed.
Connie and Bill Reilly
Cedarburg, WI
February 19, 2014
BRENNAN FAMILY
i NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING BILL, NO DOUBT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE. HIS PICTURE AS A YOUNG MAN BROUGHT BACK A WONDERFUL MEMORY. MY BROTHER, DON, AND I WERE CLASSMATES OF DAN AT ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL. ONE DAY, PERHAPS IT WAS THIRD GRADE, DAN'S LITTLE BROTHER FOLLOWED US INTO THE CLASSROOM AFTER RECESS. HE WAS MOST ENTERTAINING. THAT WAS UNTIL THE NUN IN CHARGE REALIZED HIS MOTHER WAS PROBABLY SEARCHING FOR HER SON. HE WAS PROMPTLY SENT HOME. THAT ENDED THE FUN. I HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS DELIGHTFUL LITTLE STORY.
BILL'S STORY WAS BEAUTIFULLY COMPOSED. HE WAS CERTAINLY ENGAGED IN LIFE AND LEFT THIS WORLD MUCH TOO SOON.
A RETIRED ST. NICHOLAS HOSPITAL NURSE.
MARILYN RICKERT GROTBECK
MARILYN GROTBECK
February 19, 2014
Dear Family, we went through High School
together and shared great times growing up. Bill was a bright star in my life and he left a mark on many people, loved by all his family. He will be missed but
God will enjoy his gentle humor! Gods speed.
Mike Burrall
February 19, 2014
It's been years since the four of us suntanned in the backyard of Lincoln Terrace, but the stories and laughs and memories remain. Deepest condolences, Jean, Bill was one in a million. From Melbourne, Australia,
Don and Sue Simon
February 18, 2014
My memories are more of the younger Bill. I was a close friend of Bill over our time at CCHS and Premontre High School. I met Bill as a freshman in HS as his mom was a close friend of my mother. We played football for 2 years and had many classes together. We always managed to find fun on the weekends at the Prom tavern capping off the nights at Sammy's Pizza and Krols. My prayers are with you Bill, a very good friend and an all around good guy!
Dave Blahnik
February 18, 2014
On behalf of the Door County Sail & Power Squadron our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lt/C Cynthia L. Weis, AP
February 18, 2014
HELLO JEAN AND FAMILY, I WAS SURPRISED TO SEE THE NOTICE IN THE MILW. PAPER. YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WE LOST TOUCH BUT I THOUGHT OF YOU OFTEN.
POLLY SAYS THE SAME. MY NUMBER 414-519-5030. PHIL HOLLY
February 18, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Buff's family. I am unable to attend the service but wish to send each of you my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Darci Belschner
February 18, 2014
Bill and Kathy Brennan were great friends of my parents. I grew up with their sons Quinn and Louie. My thoughts are with you this seek Quinn and Louie.
Dr. David Hey
February 18, 2014
Hello Brennan family,
I see that he was someone very special. I was very impressed with all the things he accomplished in his life. I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all.
Lisa Gross
February 18, 2014
Quinn and family.. we remember you and your family from living behind you in DePere. Our thoughts are with you from
the Stiles family. Remember all the good times.
Bill, Karen, Kris Stiles Springer, and Sara Stiles. Edina, MN.
February 18, 2014
A life well lived is worth celebrating! How fortunate to have known him. My best to you all at this sad time.
Margie Spitzer-Kyle
February 17, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Bill's entire family, especially you Dan.
Michael Kresky
February 17, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Jean and family. I had the pleasure of meeting Bill on one of my trips home to Sheboygan. My brother, Dennis, always spoke highly of him. May God now hold him in the palm of his hand.
Kathy (Murphy) Warren
February 17, 2014
I have many fond memories of my Annunciation Grade School classmate Bill. Thought and prayers are with his family.
Richard Dickenshied
February 17, 2014
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jean and the entire family.
Tom & Kay Murphy
February 17, 2014
May God Speed--An old Friend. My Prayers are with you.
Ray Greisinger
February 17, 2014
So sorry for your loss. We are friends of Mary Jo's. We did have the pleasure of meeting Bill once, a few years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
Chris & Linda Schoon (Amberg Wi)
February 16, 2014
We are friends of Mary Jo's and did meet Bill one time, a few years back. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Chris & Linda Schoon (Amberg. WI)
Chris & & Linda Schoon
February 16, 2014
We were lucky to know Bill. He will remain in our hearts forever. It was fun to see the love the two of you shared, Jean! Caring, fun, feisty, cozy, and deep. Love, Ginny and Lee
February 16, 2014
Jean and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never knew Bill he sounds like he was the life of the party. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Diane
Diane Pamperin
February 16, 2014
A very nice man lost to soon! He will be missed!
Thomas Ward
February 16, 2014
Dear Jean & Family,
Bill was a great man & will be missed. I so loved his humor & warmth. I am so sad I can not attend the funeral this Friday but would like to be a part of the celebration you will have for his life in the summer in DOOR County. I will be with you in spirit. Praying everyday Jeannie for your strength and that your broken heart gets gradually mended knowing how much Bill loved you and wants you to have joy in the life around you with your family & friends!! Love you my dear friend,
Juls
Julie Kipta Kinley
February 16, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Bills Family. I was Blessed to have known him. He wa Quite The Man, and will be remembered by all who had the good fortune of knowing him. RIP Bill, you will be missed!
Pam Liebl
February 16, 2014
Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.
Jerry & Patti Belschner
February 16, 2014
Sorry to hear this...Quinn and Suzanne. Remember all of the great moments past, but learned from and never forgotten. Perry
February 15, 2014
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