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GEORGE A. BREEN
Away on April 8, 2016 at home in Fairfax, VA, at the age of 97. He was the son of the late George Breen and Eleanor O''Neil Breen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Kathleen, Ruth and Barbara and his brother, Robert all of New Bedford, Mass. George graduated from Holy Cross Family School where he was the editor of the school newspaper. Later he attended Becker College. In 1941 he volunteered for Army service, earning a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star Medal while in the 2nd Indianhead Division in the European Theater. After leaving the army, he accepted a civil service position with the CIA where his assignments included England, Germany, Japan and The Philippines. After retiring from the CIA in 1975 he traveled extensively visiting many other countries. In addition to his wife Eleanore Kasony Breen of 69 years, George is survived by daughter Patricia, three sons George (Bob) and his wife Maryke Ten-Cate Breen, Richard and Michael; three grandchildren Tess, Aleta and Adam; nieces Linda Saint Aubin and Patricia Saint Aubin (and husband Ralph Greggs); sister-in-law Ruth Kasony Malley and many other relatives. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016, at 1 p.m. at St. Leo''s Catholic Church in Fairfax, VA. Viewing will be held from 12 Noon until 12:45 p.m. Following the service, interment will be held at Fairfax City Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Office of the VFW, Salvation Army or to a charitable organization of your choice. Online condolences may be sent at http://www.dignitymemorial.com/demaine-funeral-home-fairfax
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Bunny Thomas
December 31, 2024
Thinking of you on your birthday George. I miss you more than words can express. You were such an important part
of my life and of course your Granddaughter Tess' life. Much love for you always. Bunny
Bunny Thomas
March 17, 2021
Dear George, Erin go Bragh in Heaven. I Love and Miss you my friend. Bunny
Bunny Thomas
March 17, 2021
Dear George, Erin go Bragh in Heaven. I Love and Miss you my friend. Bunny
Bunny Thomas
April 8, 2019
Miss you my friend. You were a father to me. Bunny
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Aleta Breen
June 19, 2017
Missing you so much. Father's day was hard but I know you are watching over me.
So many memories that I hold dear. So much time spent with the number one man in my life. Thank you for everything you did for me and taught me.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I love you.
Patricia Breen
June 19, 2017
June 18, 2017
A Father's Day without you - so sad you're not here. Miss you so much every day, especially this day. Memories of so many things.
Dancing with you as a little girl - you held my hands as we "waltzed" around the room. The music played nice and loud as we danced about as "mother's countenance could not unfrown itself" !
Miss the good times shared, laughter together, the caring and understanding - we are kindred spirits in so many ways. And I so miss your beautiful blue Irish eyes.
"When Irish eyes are smiling sure it's like a morn in spring
In the lilt of Irish laughter you can hear the angels sing
When Irish hearts are happy all the world seems bright and gay
And when Irish eyes are smiling sure they'll steal your heart away."
Dad, how special you are and how lucky I am - thank you for being my father!
All my love forever, your daughter
tess
April 8, 2017
It's hard to believe that it's been a year since you passed away. Keep watching over me and know how Much you are missed everyday! Love you Grandpa!
Aleta Breen
April 8, 2017
Not a day goes by that I don't miss you. This year has gone by so quick and it still is so hard not seeing you. Thank you for everything you did for me and taught me. I love you.
Aleta Breen
April 8, 2017
Oh Gramps how I miss you. I still can't believe you are not on this earth with us. Nothings been the same this past year. I miss your stories, your wisdom, calling to brag that I got final jeopardy right , your smile and your chuckle, and I even miss your grumpy days . You were and will always be the most wonderful, smartest, funniest most important man in my life. And the best grandpa/father I could ever ask for. I know you are watching over me which is my comfort on days like this.
I played the walbash cannonball for you. It brings me so many happy memories. We also put spring flowers and a new plaque out for you and had a blessing done at your site. It was beautiful. I know you were smiling down.
I miss you so much and will until the day I see you again.
Love Always,
Skabeezel
Patricia Breen
April 8, 2017
Dearest Papa,
You passed a year ago today - miss you so much every day. So many things I wish I could say and share with you!
"What a beautiful thought I am thinking
Concerning a great speckled bird
She is spreading her wings for a journey
She's going to leave by and by
When the trumpet shall sound in the morning
She'll rise and go up in the sky
With a song never uttered before
She will rise and be gone in a moment
And you'll be joyfully carried to meet Him
On the wings of that great speckled bird"
May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand until we meet again.
"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!"
Love you forever,
Patty Ann
Bunny Newhouse
April 8, 2017
Remembering you George as it has been one year today since your passing. I think of you often my friend and miss you so very much. You were such an important part of my life since I was 18 years old. I count my blessings that you were in my life all those years and you were the best Grandpa Tess could ever ask for. You will live in my heart always. Love, Bunny
Bunny Thomas-Newhouse
March 17, 2017
Erin go Bragh George. Happy St Patrick's Day to you. May your soul be eternally happy and in peace. I love and miss you my dear friend.
Tess
January 3, 2017
~ a Bright Candle ... Glowing in Honor of your Birthday Grandpa and Glowing with Lots of
Love and Happy Memories of You!
Miss You Lots!!
Love,
tess
Aleta Breen
January 1, 2017
Happy late (you know me haha) birthday!! Sat with you a little the day before. I miss you everyday. Xoxo
Love you!!
Aleta
Patricia Breen
December 31, 2016
Dad,
Today is your birthday - the whole world celebrates the day you were born!
How I wish you were here for us to celebrate together.
Miss you so, so very much.
All my love forever and ever!
Patricia Ann
Oh my papa
To me he was so wonderful
Oh my papa
To me he was so good
No one could be
So gentle and so lovable
Oh my papa
He always understood
Gone are the days
When he would take me on his knee
And with a smile
He'd change my tears to laughter
Oh my papa
To me he was so wonderful
Deep in my heart
I miss him so today
Oh my papa
Aleta Breen
June 19, 2016
It's father's day...your day...and I miss you more than ever. I sat with you today to thank you for being the only father I knew. I'm thankful I had the time I did. And thank you for all you did for me throughout my life. You will always be my #1. Not having you here is still not real to me. I hope you're watching over me and you can hear me when I talk to you. I love and miss you so much grandpa. Happy Father's day. Xoxo
Patricia Breen
June 19, 2016
Fathers' Day without you, my precious Papa. I'm so so sad, wishing you were here.
You - "special, miraculous, unrepeatable, fragile, tender, sparkling ruby emerald jewel splendor person" I love you.
Dad, the most handsome man with a good heart, the scent of Old Spice, and with beautiful blue Irish eyes! I'll miss all the fascinating stories of your life, your wealth of knowledge and amazing memory, our annual visits to see Rolling Thunder, eating crab legs, doing so many crazy silly things, and so much more.
Waking up to Roy Acuff, bagpippers, John Philip Sousa, " up and at 'em with a college yell, what the day will bring no one can tell". Memories also of going for a car ride in the backyard, me holding on in the back seat, bouncing along, us having a great time! Going for Chinese food and ending up at the Green Dolphin, having a beer or two and playing Charlie Pride on the jukebox. The story you shared with me about the summer night of a baby raccoon was pulling on your pant's leg!
Thank you for my love of music, books, and poetry, my quest for knowledge, compassion to animals and wildlife, Irish sense of humor and wit, the Celtic warrior spirit to fight for injustice, and everything else!
Love you, Daddy so much, the first man I ever danced with - I'll miss you forever.
" If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away"
All my love, your daughter, Patricia Ann
April 17, 2016
Love and condolences to all in the George A. Breen family. George was a remarkable person and he touched my life greatly. George played a tremendous role as a dear friend, father figure and a wonderful Grandpa to Bob's and my daughter Tess and also to my son Will. George's laughter and our joking times will be missed and cherished always. As the "Great Speckled Bird" has carried you to Heaven George we shall meet again one day. All my Love, Respect and Affection. Bunny
April 16, 2016
It still hasn't set in grandpa. The service was beautiful and I'm so glad you'll still be close. I will always miss you. Love you. ~ Aleta
Bunny Thomas Newhouse
April 15, 2016
George, I will keep that light that spark you possessed and shared in my heart and memory always.
Aleta Breen
April 15, 2016
Lighting another candle for you grandpa. I'm going to need your strength to get through today. It's just not real. I love and miss you. My comfort lies in knowing you will be shining over me. Xoxo
Judy Kettleman
April 14, 2016
Pat,
My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your father.
Love always,
Judy
tess
April 14, 2016
~ May the Light of this candle Shine Forever Bright for You Grandpa! - just as My Love and Memories of You will Forever be in My Heart! ~
John & Arlene Williams
April 13, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nicole
April 13, 2016
To the Breen family, please accept my sincerest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit give you the "power beyond what is normal" to get you thru this trying time. (2 Corinthians 4:7) God can help those who call on his name endure the problems they face.
Theresa Leighton
April 11, 2016
Mike and family
Healing prayers going out your way and let wonderful memories help you thru these next days as you celebrate your Dad's life.
Aleta Breen
April 11, 2016
You were the most fascinating, smart and witty man ever. You will be missed so much. Your stories and that Irish humor will live on through all who knew you. Love and miss you grandpa.
Aleta Breen
April 11, 2016
I love you grandpa xoxo
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