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Robert Eugene "Bob" Brennan

Robert Eugene "Bob" Brennan obituary, Decatur, IL

Robert Brennan Obituary

DECATUR - Robert "Bob" Eugene Brennan, 80, of Decatur died at 7:26 am on Friday May 20, 2011 in St. Mary's Hospital. Robert was born on July 26, 1930 in Decatur the son of Thomas and Ellen (Carter) Brennan. He was a Veteran of the US Army, a member of the American Legion, VFW and the Moose Lodge. He was a retired carman of the Norfolk & Southern Rail Road. He married Pamela Walker on May 24, 1979 in Lincoln, IL. Surviving are his wife Pamela; brothers, John Brennan and Tom Brennan both of Decatur; sister, Della Miller and husband Lester of Decatur; sister-in-law, Thea Westbay of Decatur; and 14 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ray and Gerry. Funeral service celebrating the life of Robert Eugene Brennan will be 11:00 am Tuesday, May 24, 2011 in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be 9:30 – 11:00 am in the funeral home. Burial will be in Friends Creek Cemetery, Argenta with military honors conducted by the Macon County Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to DAV or the Macon County Honor Guard. The family requests casual attire. The family of Robert Eugene Brennan is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http://legacy.com/obituaries/herald-review/

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on May 22, 2011.

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gary morgan

May 16, 2019

R I P dear friend, you have many friends and i am one of them, you are sadly missed.

Karen Lucas

June 21, 2011

Tom and Family - I was sorry to hear about your brother. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynn Lane

May 30, 2011

It has been such a shock since Aunt Ginger informed me of Bobby's passing, that i still have a hard time believing it. Bobby was one of the best people i have ever known. I will never forget Mom Dad and us kids going out with Bobby on his floatboat. Man what fun we all had. All of us kids always said if a kid got to choose their parents, ( other than the parents they already have ) Bobby would have been all of us kids choice as Dad. He was a most amazing man and one that i could never imagine this world being without. He had a way with kids that is rare and hard to find. I will always remember him playing with Erin when she was little and came to work with me at Elmers on my day off. He would "blow" himself up like a balloon then "deflate" himself and she would just sit and giggle like mad. The world is a sadder place without him in it. My thoughts and prayers are with Pam and Bobby's family and friends. Never forget the good times. RIP Bobby, still love you. Terry "Lynn" Lane (Owens)

Ginger Michl

May 26, 2011

My heart goes out to Pammie, John, Tom and Della...I do hope all of you are doing ok...I will miss Bobby very much...He is my Oldest and Dearest Friend for the past 58 years...in my book...there was not a finer man around...take care now and keep that chin up...love to all...Ginger

danny spicer

May 24, 2011

Pam & family i was very sorry to hear about bob you all have my deepest sympathy.i will miss him.

Larry & Penny Rigg

May 24, 2011

Bobby was a great guy and will be missed by all.

gary morgan

May 22, 2011

bob was a fine person, he was well liked by everyone. he will be sadly missed. my prayers go out to the family.

Tom Lynch

May 22, 2011

Bob was one of the best derrick operators in the entire railroad industry. It was a real pleasure to work with him. My thoughts and prayers with the family.

linda davidson

May 22, 2011

i remember bobby, bill hall, bergie & aunt dixie sitting at the bar laughing & telling jokes while my mother (ginger) was bartending.I remember you & Bill placed the caboose in Fairview Park..My son was so excited because you guys put it there especially for my Son..

You lived a long life doing what you loved.. It's time to enjoy a peaceful, painless sleep..Sweet dreams bobby !

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