ANNE THERESA BRENNAN LEEDS

1940 - 2014

ANNE THERESA BRENNAN LEEDS obituary, 1940-2014, Philadelphia, PA

BORN

1940

DIED

2014

ANNE LEEDS Obituary

LEEDS


ANNE THERESA BRENNAN, left this world tragically on May 31, 2014, as she returned home from an inspiring day designed to benefit children.
Born on April 25, 1940, along with her dearest friend and identical twin sister Eileen, Anne Theresa Brennan joined the raucous family of Kate and John Brennan. She grew up on Mohican Street in West Oak Lane with her 6 brothers and sisters. Attending St. Athanasius, Little Flower and Cardinal Dougherty High Schools, Anne made the friends she would cher-ish throughout her entire life.
During a summer as a mother's helper in Margate NJ Anne met the handsome lifeguard Jim Leeds and her heart was taken. Anne and Jim were married at St. Athanasius on June 23, 1962. Anne and Jim resided in Wayne PA, raising their four children, Jimmy, Patellen, Teddy and Ryan. They later retired to their dream house in Longport NJ. She taught at St. David's Nursery School in Wayne for 26 years, touching the lives of countless children and families. Anne was active in several organizations through her life and was an active member of Holy Trinity Parish in Longport NJ. But her passion was always her family, ensuring that her children spent as much time as possible with their Leeds and Brennan cousins.
She has left a legacy of family and is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jim Leeds, Sr.; their children Jim and his wife Jill (Flanigan), Patellen Corr, Ted and his wife Amy (Armour), and Ryan Leeds; their 9 grandchildren, Jimmy, Julie, Jack, Seamus, Denis, Ally, Teddy, Kevin and Brennan Elizabeth; and the many members of the extended Leeds and Brennan families. She is also survived by her sisters, Eileen Reddington (Marty) and Kass McManus; her brother, Ed Brennan (Ann); and pre-deceased by her brothers Jack (Kathy); Bob and sister-in-law AnnaMae; and her sister Patricia and brother-in-law Joe Smith. Her family and her many friends will miss her deep faith, her infectious smile, her warmth, and her love. Her grandchildren will miss her "vegetables."
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2014, from 9 to 11 A.M., at Holy Trinity Parish: Church of the Epiphany, 29th and Ventnor Avenues, Longport NJ, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. A private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Holy Trinity Parish: Epiphany Campus, c/o 11 N. Kenyon Ave., Margate, NJ 08402. Arrangements by

GEORGE H. WIMBERG F.H.

www.ghwimberg.com

Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jun. 3, 2014.
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Anne's death was a tragedy, her life and legacy is anything but. Her example of love and family will last in all of us who God blessed by making her a part of our lives.

Bill & Donna Brennan

June 5, 2014

Words can't begin to express how heartbroken we all are at your sudden and tragic departure from our lives, Aunt Anne. You are my mother's other half, and the thought of one of you without the other is incomprehensible. I have a lifetime of memories of fun and laughter with you – weeks at the beach with you in Longport, Brennan Christmas parties, Girls' Weekends and so many more. I will cherish those times even more than I already did. I often tell Caroline how lucky she is to spend our Girls' Weekends with her great aunts, aunts and cousins, and to be a part of these three generations of strong and beautiful women who laugh and cry together. We will continue to pass down this legacy of family so that your granddaughters will also feel this amazing bond. We will support Uncle Jim, your children and grandchildren, and your sisters through this awful time, and will continue to support them all forever in your place. I thank God for the opportunity to have seen you last week and to have spent that time with you.
I will miss your smile and your laugh, and I will really miss our talks about books. I know you're on your beach chair now, watching over us all with a great book in your hand. Please continue to tell me about the good ones you read. Xoxo - Sheila

Sheila Reddington Mennis

June 4, 2014

Such a tragic loss. I have many fond memories of Anne. Seeing her at Uncle John's and Aunt Katie's house on Mohican Street. That was a happy house, and Anne always had a way of making you feel special when you were there. I remember her wedding day. Brennan weddings were always the best. Her's was no exception. She was one of the first people you'd see at the Brennan Christmas parties each year, and she always made a fuss over my boys, and all of the kids. She was loved by many, and she will be missed by many more.

Jack Brennan

June 4, 2014

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29th and Ventnor Avenues, Longport , NJ 19101

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Holy Trinity Parish: Church of the Epiphany

29th and Ventnor Avenues, Longport , NJ 19101

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