Deptford, New Jersey
Age 64
Pastor Gary Brennan
AGE: 64 • Deptford
On April 21, 2015, after a brief illness, Pastor Gary, age 64, went to be with the Lord. He is the cherished husband of Christine (Berry). Gary leaves behind his beloved sons, Bryan (Laura) and Michael Helms; his dear brother, Joseph P. Brennan (Dorothy) of Old Saybrook, CT; his beloved grandchildren, Bryan Brennan, Michael, Patrick, Dominick and Zachary Helms. In addition, he leaves sisters-in-law, Barbara Emmons and Renee Carbin and brother-in-law, Ray Berry (Terry) and special "brother" Lou Woolbert as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, his church families and special friends at Colonial Manor UMC, Westville UMC, Memorial UMC in Pine Hill and Wesley UMC in West Berlin where he worked tirelessly serving the Lord as Pastor in ministry over the past 20 years. He especially loved "his home" church family at Trinity UMC in Gloucester City.
There will be a celebration of Gary's life on Sunday, April 26th at 4:00 pm at Colonial Manor United Methodist Church, 56 Elberne Ave., West Deptford, where family and friends may visit from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please perform an act of kindness for someone in need, or make a donation to a local food bank in your area in memory of Gary. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Gary Brennan. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through:
I went through grade and high schools with Gary. Later in life, we met at a few church-related activities when he was a Pastor. It was clear to me in early life that Gary was a very kind and friendly individual, which was relatively unusual in our school environment. The world needs more folks like him.
Jim Marks
June 13, 2025 | School
My memory of Pastor Gary is one of Love and Conmpassion for his fellow man no matter their station in life. Condolences to the family continue as the grief of loss never passes.
Sharon Carrozza
April 17, 2024 | Other
Pastor Gary you are always so kind to my family during our time of need I will never forget you you always be in my heart
Denise Braddock
April 17, 2024 | Friend
It saddens me to see this anniversary coming up. Gary Brennan was God's angel that lived on Earth!!! God bless you Gary - always!!
Dave Clemens
April 17, 2024 | Friend
It's been 8 years since you went away. We still miss you and think of you often.
Nancy &Robert Carroll
September 27, 2023 | Maple Shade, NJ | Friend
He always had a crazy sunny disposition. Pat misses their verbal jokes to see was funniest. Gary would lay down his life for anyone and never had a bad word to say about anything. We still miss him everyday.
Donna & Patrick O,Brien
April 18, 2020 | Sicklerville, NJ | Friend
Pastor Gary makes warm, a place in our family's heart. He never failed to be there when needed-wonderful, crazy smile and always the right words of comfort or just a hand hold. Too soon gone.
sharon carrozza
April 17, 2020 | Friend
Gary had a wry wit that could lighten many situations. He is missed.
Rosemary Salmon
April 17, 2019 | Deptford, NB | Friend
Chris: I was looking through Facebook and just saw that Gary passed. I am so sorry. You and Gary are very special people who I hold very dear in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you for your strength and for Gary's soul.
Cindy Scarpato
May 20, 2015 | Atco, NJ
