Ruth Brennan

Ruth Brennan obituary, Westwood, MA

Ruth Brennan

Ruth Brennan Obituary

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Ruth (Connington) Brennan of Westwood, age 99, December 7, 2021. Beloved wife of the late George J. Brennan Jr. Loving mother of Catherine Judith and John Barry of Marshfield, George and Susan Brennan of Estero, FL; Denise and Richard Coyle of Medway, Janice and William Oliver of Braintree, Patricia and Roger Poulin of West Roxbury and Susan and Robert McIntyre of Westwood. Devoted sister of the late Irene Gallagher, Helen Fox, James Connington, and Paul Connington. Cherished grandmother of twenty-four grandchildren and twenty-seven great grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ruth was a volunteer for the U S Army Air Corps during WWII, she spent many years actively involved in many rolls at Bay State College. Ruth was a great performer and singer especially Irish music and enjoyed her many winters in Florida with George. Ruth's family would like to thank Sandy, Mavis and the Conlin Agency for their devoted and compassionate care of Ruth over the past years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Margaret Mary Church 845 High St. (Route 109) Westwood, on Friday, December 10, at 11:00am. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held in the church on Friday morning from 9:30 to 11:00am. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Ruth's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org

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February 12, 2022

Madeline Lannin-Cotton posted to the memorial.

January 8, 2022

Claire Kolf O´Neil posted to the memorial.

December 13, 2021

Sherre and Ron Baker posted to the memorial.

Madeline Lannin-Cotton

February 12, 2022

My sister Joanne and I and my husband Joe Cotton were sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. I will remember both George and Ruth as such wonderful, loving family people during all those summer days in Hull (especially the 4th of July). Our sincere sympathy goes out to the entire Brennan family.

Claire Kolf O´Neil

January 8, 2022

I was sad to hear of your mom´s passing, my condolences to you all. Mrs. Brennan was such a sweetheart with a beautiful smile and always so kind, she made us feel so welcomed. I still remember days of hanging out in the cellar room with a bag of Wise potato chips & drinks. How lucky were we all to have grown up on Mendum St. Our little corner of the world.

Sherre and Ron Baker

December 13, 2021

We're so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing George. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. This has been a very difficult time to take care of our elderly parents, I know your heart is broken that you couldn't be as close as you usually were because of Covid worries. Know that Mom is in a better place and with the love of her life once again and at peace. Love to all.

Debbie Germano

December 11, 2021

My beautiful Aunt Ruth was always a kind and caring presence in my early life. Aunt Ruth´s home was a welcoming place. With a house full of children already, she never minded my showing up at her door to join the cousins. She and Uncle George were loved and appreciated by so many in our family. I know we were lucky to have them nearby.
Rest In Peace Aunt Ruth and thank you.
Debbie G.

Barbara Barnes Taylor

December 11, 2021

Aunt Ruth was such a big part of my childhood. Whenever I'd visit her after school she'd always welcome me with a big smile and possibly a just-baked cookie or two. Bill, Debbie and I visited her this past May and, as always, she looked beautiful and welcomed us with open arms. It was so great to see her. Her 99 years were blessed with lots of love and lots of children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren!

Kevin O'Connell

December 11, 2021

My aunt Ruth to me was a loving and kind presence. I remember her from early childhood how warm and positive and accepted she made everyone feel. Aunt Ruth made everyone feel good just by being around her. I'm grateful for having her as an aunt and for her warm and loving family that surrounds her. Aunt Ruth will always live in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. I am one of those people.

Steve O'Connell

December 10, 2021

Aunt Ruth,
I have such fond memories as a child, a young man, and a father of summers on the Cape, winters by the Arboretum, and your beautiful voice singing to us at Christmas time.
You will be missed!
Love,
Steve, Liz, and family

Mary Walsh

December 10, 2021

The thoughts and prayers of the Walshes and Connolly's are with you. We will always remember Mrs Brennan. She was an amazing woman. One of a kind.

Heather O.

December 9, 2021

Missing you and thinking of you always!

Gail Hogan Roberts

December 9, 2021

Our beautiful Aunt Ruth, a classic Irish beauty with the voice of an angel. She could instantly control a room full of rowdy kids with just a look. So many loving memories of sleepovers on Mendum Street. The world is a little less bright without you. I will never hear Danny Boy without thinking of you.

Karen Abbisso Keaney

December 8, 2021

I remember Mrs Brennan from
Mendum St. She was a lovely lady who always made me feel welcome when I visited. Sending my condolences

Maria O'Sullivan

December 8, 2021

My aunt Ruth, my godmother, so many happy memories with her. Her singing Danny Boy on Christmas Eve, staying up all night with me when I was sick at a sleepover, taking me to the club to swim with my cousins, my surrogate sisters, letting me hold my baby cousin and so many more. I love you aunt Ruth and know Uncle George, my mother , Mary and so many others were so very happy to see you. You finally got your reward for a life well done. I look forward to seeing you when it is my turn.

Patty and tom Bray

December 8, 2021

Hoping Patty and her family can take some comfort with all the wonderful memories of your amazing mother. She had a wonderful life, but it's never enough time. She'll be missed!

Love,
Patty and Tom

Boston Higashi School

December 8, 2021

Dear Janice & Family,
The Staff & Students at the Boston Higashi School send our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. May you be comforted by the many wonderful memories of "Ruthie" throughout the years.
Your Friends at Higashi

Ingrid Phenix

December 7, 2021

Unfortunately, I only met Ruthie once at the Family Christmas Eve Party. I loved her immediately and will sorely miss chatting with her. She was a lovely individual and remarkable at 99!!! Heartfelt thoughts to her entire family.

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