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Julian Brennan Obituary

BRENNAN, Julian Richard Of Holbrook, unexpectedly Aug. 31st, 2009. Beloved infant son of Richard and Heidi (Kelliher) Brennan. Cherished brother of Holly Brennan. Loving paternal grandson of Richard and Katherine (Carrico) Brennan of Quincy and maternal grandson of Michael Kelliher and his wife Carol (Foley) Kelliher of Abington and Susan Kelliher and her companion Charles Freeman of Cookville, TN. In addition he is survived by many dear aunts, uncles & cousins. A Funeral Service in celebration of Julian's Life will be held PRIVATE for the Brennan and Kelliher Families. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in Julian's memory to Cradles to Crayons, 82 Myrtle St., Quincy, MA 02171. The Laughlin, Nichols & Pennacchio Funeral Home, HYDE PARK, assisted Julian's Family with arrangements.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 4, 2009.

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Michelle & Dan Manter

September 30, 2009

Ricky, Heidi and family:
I am so sorry to have been hesitant to send a message until now. This seemed the most appropriate forum. Please know as far away as Dan and I are, you and your family have been in our thoughts. We send you our love and sympathy.

Laurie Jackson

September 28, 2009

"In the quiet moments
when the hurt is too hard to bear
May love
become your shelter
and may the beauty
of precious memories
be your comfort~
You are held in gentle thought and prayer"

Laurie Aranjo Jackson

David and Rachel Rose

September 28, 2009

Ricky and Heidi

So sorry to hear of your loss. As parents ourselves, we can't imagine what you must be going through. Please, take care of each other and Holly. Thinking of you all,

Kate & Scott Reilly

September 28, 2009

Heidi and Ricky,

There is no greater tragedy than losing your child. I feel like we can offer nothing but our shoulders to lean on and our ears to bend. We think of Julian every day.

sarah greene

September 28, 2009

Ricky and Heidi,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort and strength in the love you have for each other, Holly, and little Julian.

Laurence Roberts

September 28, 2009

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.

Brendan Lynch

September 28, 2009

Ricky and Heidi,
My sincere condolences for your loss. As the father of two, I can only begin to have an idea of how you must feel. Stay strong for each other and know that many, many people are rooting for you and want the best for you. Don't hesitate to reach out to others. You are in my prayers.
With love,
Brendan

Amber Long

September 28, 2009

Even though we're far away, I hope you feel the love that's being sent...

I wish I could physically be there with you guys, for whatever you might need, for whatever reason... I can't imagine your world right now. I'm so sorry.

I love you all so much and you are in my prayers and thoughts.

September 27, 2009

Mary Letourneau

September 9, 2009

My thoughts are with you guys during what is surely a difficult time. So sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking good thoughts to help you heal.

Kari Dudley

September 7, 2009

Ricky and Heidi,
My heart is so very heavy for you and your family. Julian was a beautiful little boy. Know that you are surrounded by people who love you and are here for you. You are in my thoughts. With love and sadness, Kari.

Lisa Stuart

September 4, 2009

Ricky, Heidi, Holly and extended family.

Words can not describe the heartache this brings to us all.

My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Julian is a perfect little angle who we will never forget. His face...so sweet.
I am so lucky to have known this amazing little man.
Julian Richard will never be forgotten and always will be in my heart.
I love you all and am here for you always.

Claire Sullivan

September 4, 2009

Heidi and Ricky,

My heart aches for you and your family. Only those who have lost a child can truly empathize.

You are in our thoughts and prayers always.

valerie menton-messina

September 4, 2009

Dear Heidi and Ricky, I am deeply saddened to hear of this terrible tragedy that has happened to your family. You are in my thoughts and I wish you well as your family tries to heal from this.

September 4, 2009

God, we stand before you broken-hearted
and ask you to heal these lives that must be parted
from this little one we can no longer hold,
who will always be a part of us, even when we're old.

-Nancy Scott

Baby Julian, we thank you for the love you brought into our lives, it will stay with us forever.

September 4, 2009

Such a beautiful life was taken from us too soon. Julian we will love you always.
To the family of baby Julian- your in my thoughts and I wish you well as you try and continue on from this tragedy.

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