BRADY, Brian Jennison Age 49, of Medfield, formerly of Dover, died suddenly February, 2, 2016. Husband of Jennifer Hodgson and father of Zack Hodgson Brady, both of Medfield. Son of Elizabeth Jennison Brady of Dover and the late Hugh Michael Brady. Survivors include his brother, Kevin and his wife Judi Brady and their children, Nolan, Brendan, Kyle and Ellis, his sister, Maura Brady Steeves and her children, Courtney, Mac and Kayla and their father Jay Steeves, sister in law, Heather DePaola and her husband Steve and their daughter, McKinlee, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Brian graduated from Belmont Hill School in 1983 and Dartmouth College in 1987. He was President of J.M. Brady Co., Inc., wholesalers of pet supplies in Needham. Brian was a serious Red Sox and Patriots fan as well as a lover of Jerry Garcia music. A Memorial Service will be held at The Dover Church, 17 Springdale Ave., Dover, on Saturday, February 13th at 11AM. Visiting hours will be held in the Eaton Funeral Home, 1351 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, on Thursday, February 11th, from 4-7 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Brian's name may be made to the Dover Church Music Committee or to the MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130. For obit, directions or to share a memory of Brian, please visit: www.eatonfuneralhomes.com [email protected] Eaton Funeral Homes 781--444-0201

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for BRIAN BRADY

38 Entries

Lori Shaw

January 27, 2023

In memory of a wonderful person.
We miss you always Brian!

Lori Shaw

January 28, 2019

To the Brady Family... As the days & weeks pass, may you continue to feel comforted by the love & support of family and friends. Miss seeing Brian's smiling face on delivery day.

sally laRhette

May 16, 2016

Dear Jenni,

So very sorry.Do take care of yourself. I wish Lots of Love to guide you into the future.
Sally

Carol (Clapp) Visser

February 8, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Brian through the pet industry. He was patient with new groomers, interested in everyone's individual needs, and always happy to spend the time talking to groomers to find out what they needed and how he could help. He will be much missed by those that knew him professionally.

Sharon, Eric and Hannah Woods

February 6, 2016

Dear Jen, Zach and all the Brady Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Brian, he was one of the most kindest and loveliest people you ever wanted to know.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lynn & Bill Foggle

March 7, 2016

Dear Betty and family, we are deeply saddened by your loss. We didn't know Brian but each of us went to college with his dear parents. Our hearts go out to you with our deepest affection and sympathy. Warmly, Lynn and Bill

John N. Baldwin MD '55

February 24, 2016

The Dartmouth Class of 1955 with which Brian's Dad was a proud graduate and his mother an honorary contributing member sends their love and utmost sadness and understanding to this wonderful family from whom Brian was taken much too early. Be comforted in the peace of your great Faith.

denise good

February 6, 2016

Jen, we are so sorry for your loss. Your husband was a wonderful, kind man. Thoughts and prayers to you,Zac and your family.

Wilma Sullivan

February 15, 2016

Dear Jennifer, Zack and family,

We were saddened to hear of Brian's sudden passing.
We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Wilma Sullivan

Nina Sullivan

February 11, 2016

Jenni and Zack you and the rest of your family are in my prayers so very sorry for your loss..

Kimberly Summers

February 5, 2016

I am shocked and saddened for your family. Brain was a sweetheart--always very kind and generous. I remember him at the popcorn booth at the school fair. He loved the kids and helping at the school. Can't imagine your grief. Prayers to you and Zach as your try to find some peace and stability. Kim

Ilmi carter

February 10, 2016

Jenni and Zachary, we are so sad about Brian's passing and cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Amy zolak

February 5, 2016

I love you all and am so sad for your loss. We will miss Brian's great smile and huge heart.

David Wiser

February 10, 2016

Jen and Zack - I was a classmate, fraternity mate, and roommate with Brother Brady, at Dartmouth. Brian was truly an American original, and had an incredible ability to make others laugh and find humor in the moment. That was a gift he gave those around him. We are so sad that he has moved on so soon, but your husband/father had a huge heart and will be missed. Warmest Regards, David Wiser

Skip and Kelda Perachi

February 5, 2016

So sorry Jen and Zack, Brian was truly one of a kind, a pleasure to be around, we would often see each other on the fields at Wheelock, Brian was easy to spot with his tie die shirts, won't be the same without him.
Safe travels Gronk.

Tripp

February 8, 2016

My deepest, heartfelt condolences to Jen, Zack Hodgson and all of the Brady family. Growing up, I was 100 yards away from my second family, the Brady's, and my brothers in arms, Brian and Kevin. We would create some mischief, a little bit of mayhem, but always summertime fun. Gronk, early on had this boisterous laugh that, aside from being absolutely infectious, was claimed and came so easily to him. And his big heart, massive. It's not often you get to be in the company of greatness, loving, humor and frivolity; I had the distinct pleasure of growing up next to Brian. And I can't thank him more for that.
There's a hole in humanity right now that can't be filled. No more words.

Keri Galvin Ircink

February 8, 2016

Great Memories of growing up with Brian in Dover through elementary and Jr. High School. My deepest condolences for Jen and Zach and your entire family! Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Missi Salzberg

February 8, 2016

My dad and I used to go the Brady's regularly for supplies for The Village Groomer. Brian was 8 months younger then me, and we were both the kids of pet business owners. He honored the passing of my dad, Dave, and I honored the passing of his dad Hugh. I am completely in shock at this news. Just heartbroken.

Brian, I will always remember when we were shooting the breeze and the conversation would get lively. You had this way of smirking and talking out of the side of your mouth when you were saying something naughty! And we would laugh!!!! I will miss you brother. We grew up together in this crazy industry. You were a sweet man and I was lucky to call you a friend. Say hi to our dads.

The Salzberg Family

February 8, 2016

From Kathy, Missi and all the gang at The Village Groomer & Pet Supply. We adored Brian and our hearts are broken for Jen and Zack and the whole family. We are holding you in our hearts.

PETER FICKEISEN

February 7, 2016

Jen and Zack,

Brian ,"Gronk", will always be one of funniest guys I have met. To many times he made us all laugh until it hurt. Our deepest sympathies, The Fickeisen's

Ana Sonia Vinatea

February 7, 2016

Dear Brady family,

We are deeply saddened by these news today..

We send our most heartfelt condolences for the loss of Brian, from far away.. We are remembering Brian and will continue to do so fondly..

May your hearts soon be filled with all the wonderful memories in celebration of his life with you.

Know you are in our thoughts..

Ana Sonia & Marwan Awad

Joan Stapleton

February 7, 2016

Jen, Zach and all the wonderful Brady's -- We send you our heartfelt sympathy. We will always cherish the fun, happy memories of watching Brian grow up right next door. Thinking of you all with love. Joan & Dave Stapleton

Thomas Chandler

February 7, 2016

Thanks Brian for being a great friend. To many fun memories to list, but that I will cherish for a lifetime. Every time I saw you, you brought a smile to my face, and put laughter in my heart. Rest my friend. Love Thomas.

Don LaValle

February 7, 2016

Brian was a great team-mate and friend sorry for your loss Jen and all who loved him he will be missed (Labo)

John and Tina Nims

February 6, 2016

Dear Jenny and Zack,
We were saddened to hear about Brian. So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Love John and Tina

Sheila Sullivan

February 6, 2016

Dear Jenni and Zack, all our love at this difficult time. Love Sheila
Dear Brian, since Kindergarten you were like a second dad to Quinn. Thank you for teaching him so much about the great outdoors especially on those vacations in upstate New York and for all those Patriot's games! Quinn is going to miss you but he is so grateful for having all those treasured memories with you. May you rest now in peace, Brian.

Molly

February 6, 2016

Jen, although I've never met Brian, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and Zack. I'm sure Brian will be deeply missed.., I share in you grief at this difficult time.

Liz and David Parrish

February 6, 2016

Jenni, Zack and the entire Brady family... We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending lots of love. Xx

Bob and Anita Grow

February 6, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Brian's unexpected passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you.

Bob and Anita

Jim

February 5, 2016

Gronk. .. we'll miss ya buddy. You were a great friend, and you were, and always will be, one of the kinder souls.

Dick Crisafulli

February 5, 2016

So young! His grandparents, Joe and Myrtle, his father and Aunt Carol lived across the street from us on Highland Avenue in Needham Heights.

Karen Curtis

February 5, 2016

I am so sorry to have learned of Brian's passing...our deepest condolences and prayers are with you...
Love,
Karen & Randy

Michael chandler

February 5, 2016

Jenny heartbroken about the news of Brian's passing still in shock he was the most kind and thoughtful friend and will be sorely missed by me and all the lives he touched

Sean Coughlin

February 5, 2016

Brian was the youngest of our group, but also the smartest and most promising. We were a pretty depraved bunch - the boarders at BHS - and Brian was often at the head of our shenanigans with his 'Sky-Divers,' his raunchy songs, and his all around gentle and pleasant way. I will truly miss him and am very, very sad today. You were one of a kind, Brian. I deeply mourn your loss...

February 9, 2016

We were so crushed to hear the news of Brian's passing. We are keeping you in our prayers.
- Brian & Margot MacArthur

Lori Shaw

February 9, 2016

Kevin, Betty & Family,
I'm heartbroken to hear the news. Brian was a great guy & always a pleasure to see. I will miss him dearly. You'll all be in my prayers.
Lori Shaw @
Pet Food Shoppe

February 6, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss, they are very dificult time, yet bible in jonh chapter 5:28-29 give us a beautiful hope. I hope that this can bring you confort.

Sheila Sullivan

February 6, 2016

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