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Timothy Brennan Obituary
Tim graduated from Notre Dame University in 1963. He then joined Brennan Cattle Company, selling feeder cattle throughout Northern Illinois and Wisconsin. Tim married Hilary (nee Adams) on March 26, 1966, living in the Dekalb area while Tim continued working in the cattle business.
He was a broker with Merrill Lynch's first commodity division in Chicago and later at Lincoln Commodities and finally at RBH, Inc. as a partner and commodity trader at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. He was elected to the Board of Directors of the CME and served with distinction as Chair of the Business Conduct Committee. Tim continued to e-trade commodities after his retirement in 2003.
Survivors include his wife, Hilary; his children, Jessica Ann Garrity of North Aurora, Laura Lee Poto (David) of Downers Grove, and Robert James Brennan of Chicago; his four grandchildren, Fiona and John "Jack" Garrity, Connor and Max Troha.
Memorial Mass 1 PM Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Holy Angels Church, 180 S. Russell Ave, Aurora, IL 60506.
Memorial visitation Friday, April 8, from 3 to 7 PM at THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY, 220 N. Lake St., Aurora IL 60506. 630-631-5500.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Tim's memory to The Compassion Foundation, Aurora Central Catholic High School, Aurora University and Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry. You may read Tim's full obituary at www.daleidenmortuary.com
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for Timothy Brennan
Karen Childress
July 11, 2024
I have fond memories of Tim assisting me with my first job out of college and driving into the city with him very early in the morning. I will forever be grateful for that experience. My thoughts are with your whole family, I´m sure he is terribly missed. Blessings to you all.
Bill Kane
June 1, 2022
So sorry to learn of Tim´s passing. We moved to California in 2018. Ran into Tim and Hilary at Spartan House a few years ago. It was like we had just seen each other. Always took the time to chat and reminisce. He was an absolute gem. So great to be around. I remember riding early mornings to Chicago while he called the cattle guys on the way to trading. I was a runner that summer. My sister Maureen got me the job at Bobby Hammer trading. I caddied for him at ACC and became one of regulars carrying the bag. He was always kind and generous to me. He had a profound effect on me that summer and from then on. I will always remember that smile and wit. God bless the Brennan family and love to all. Bill Kane
Charene & Dan Nagel
April 9, 2022
Tim was a great guy! He will be missed
Charene & Dan Nagel
April 9, 2022
Tim will be missed. A great friend
Mike Goding
April 8, 2022
a favorite at Goding's Marathon. great guy!
Jack Cunningham
April 4, 2022
Tim would light up the room with his smile. He shall be missed by all who knew and loved him. Heaven has been enriched. GOD bless you and RIP my friend
jeff waldman
March 31, 2022
Tim was really nice guy a gentleman and had
a great sense of humor!
Jeffrey Carter (CR)
March 30, 2022
Tim (TIM) sat next to me when I was on the board at CME. We sat alphabetically back then. He was always a nice guy, even when we didn't see eye to eye. Always friendly. Fiercely proud of Notre Dame he needled me a lot when ND beat Illinois in the NCAA. My condolences to Tim's family. I am sure he will see Jack in heaven and they will talk trading and ND football.
Hewlett Prucher
March 29, 2022
Dear Hilary,
May the beautiful memories of your years together and the love of your family and friends sustain you during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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