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Robert Brennan Obituary

Robert P. Brennan Sr., much loved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Monday, June 13, 2011, in Bermuda Dunes, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn Brennan and his granddaughter, Katie Janeway. He will be remembered forever by his children, Maureen and Terry Janeway, Bob and Peggy Brennan, Bill and Kandi Brennan, Mary Clark, Patty and John Hunt, and Barbara and Charlie Cassidy; as well as by grandchildren Bill, Dan and Allie, Laura, and Erin Brennan; Chris and Katy Janeway, Rob and Tim Brennan, Patrick and Maggie Clark, John, Alex and Emily Hunt, and Kevin and Charlie Cassidy; and great-grandchildren Camryn and Liam Brennan; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Rosary at 9:30am, funeral Mass at 10:00am, Thursday, June 16, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 43-775 Deep Canyon Rd., Palm Desert, CA 92260. In lieu of flowers, you are asked and encouraged to send a donation in Bob's name to Xavier College Preparatory High School, 34-200 Cook Street, Palm Desert, CA 92211, or Katie's FUNd c/o Alpha Resource Center, 4501 Cathedral Oaks Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93110.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Jun. 15 to Jun. 17, 2011.

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Traci Lucien

September 30, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. He was a great person and I loved working with him, when he was at RR Donnelley and he did business with us at AARP. He will be missed.

Karen Hall

June 22, 2011

Very sorry to hear about your dad, a loss of a parent at any age is so hard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Mary Jevitt

June 21, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. I'm sure he's up in heaven being shown around by both Marilyns, who have lots to catch him up on! Love to you all...

June 21, 2011

Deepest sympathies to the entire Brennan family on the loss of your handsome, charming, beloved Bob Brennan. So hard to let go of the giants whose love holds us up. His love is forever. He is with Uncle Cy now. That makes me smile. God bless you all in your sorrow. Love, Susie Hayes Gordon

Cara Brennan

June 21, 2011

Dear Bob, Peggy and Family,

We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

God Speed,
Cara and Bill Brennan

Patrick Tuohy

June 20, 2011

Little did I know when I was in 4th grade and Bob was in 5th and Bob took me home for Sunday brunch to prove his Dad could eat 14 pancakes at one siting that the Tuohy and the Brennan families would be tied together for life when Bob's brother Cy married my sister Sally. Condolences To the entire Brennan family.....Patrick J. Tuohy alumni..St.Ignatius Parish..Chicago, Illinois

Jim Harrison

June 18, 2011

Your father was among the most respected and admired men among the members of Bermuda Dunes CC and the staff of the Bob Hope Desert Classic. Personally he provided me with sage advice and was always available to help me as a BDCC Board member. He was a major figure in the Hope Classic on the Board and always remained available with any way that would help both BDCC and the Hope Classic.

My heart goes out to the entire family on the loss of your father/grandfather as you face your first Father's Day without him. May God bless his soul!!!

Kim Olson

June 17, 2011

I wish you all the best through this difficult time. Words are just not adequate. Take Care. -- Kim Olson

Laurie Nadeau

June 17, 2011

So sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. We have many fond memories of Bob Hope Classic events at Bob's place and breakfasts at our home. Our love and condolences go out to Bob's family and friends. He will be missed.
Laurie and John Nadeau

June 16, 2011

We'll miss our very good friend. Bob's stories of Ireland and booming voice will be in our memories forever. I think I'll go to Armando's tonight and hoist a Black Bush to our friend Brennan!
Bob and Debbie Wagner

Ashley Blair

June 16, 2011

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Your father will truly be missed!

Love-Ashley and George Blair

June 16, 2011

I am so sad for your family's loss. He is in a much better place right now. He will be missed!

Love, Barbara Swanson

June 16, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Brennan Family. Bob will be missed by all those who knew him. We had a great run together for many years contributing to the charities of the Coachella Valley. His efforts are a wonderful legacy.

Steve Morton

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