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Brian McDermott Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Brian on Thursday August 28, 2025. Beloved husband of Charlene McDermott (Townsend); loving father of Delaney, Shane, Brianna, and Kiera. Dearest son of the late Paul H. and Rose M. McDermott and much-loved brother of Kathleen (David) Nauer, Paul (Karen) McDermott, Timothy (Sandra) McDermott, Mark (Patricia) McDermott, and Thomas (Regina) McDermott. Son-in-law to Charles and Anna Mae Townsend, brother-in-law of Deniene Gillis, Scott (Christine) Townsend, and Heather (Gary) Waite. Brian is also survived by a loving extended family, including many cherished nieces and nephews.
Brian was known for his love of storytelling and his ability to make us laugh. He will live on in our hearts.
The family will host a celebration of life for friends in Oviedo, Florida; and will also hold a service in Pittsburgh including a Funeral Mass at St. Bonaventure Church, on Mt. Royal Blvd on Saturday September 27, 2025 at 1:00pm followed by a reception for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family for the future needs and education of Brian and Charlene's children.
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Greg Christy
September 23, 2025
I met Brian in Orlando. His brother was married to my sister and I worked for the same company as his wife Char. My wife Helaine and I had many good times with Brian and Char. Fishing and hanging out at the beach. Thanksgiving at Brian and Char´s. He was a good cook. He also had good taste in music. We saw the Who and Gregg Allman. Good times! We´ll miss you Brian.
William Pflueger
September 22, 2025
Dear Char I want to send my condolences and sorrow at the sudden passing of Brian. He and I didn't spend much time together, but each time I did see him he always greeted me with a smile, a firm handshake and then, Hi Uncle Bill good to see ya. He was a really nice guy. I know how hard it is to lose your Life Partner. Your grief and sadness will become less as time moves on, but I will say no matter how much time passes, there will always be a tiny piece of the heart that will not heal.You and your family will be in my prayers. No words can really help with a person's grief right away, but I would like to leave you with these word's that helped me. !!! Absent from the body/ Present with the Lord !!! God Bless you
Kelly Cirrincione
September 21, 2025
Always the smiling face to bring laughter everywhere he was! You will be and are already missed dearly! We will all watch over your beautiful family! Love you Brian.
God Bless, Dan & Kelly Cirrincione
Michael Claus
September 14, 2025
My deepest sympathies to Brian´s family and friends.
I played little league baseball with Brian and (Tom) at Bauerstown and high school baseball also at Shaler. We also graduated high school together class of 1985. Once again my sincere condolences!
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Christine Gowen
September 13, 2025
It's not the length of life, but the depth of life.
Condolences to all the family and my dear friend Charlene.
Go IRISH!
Santhosh Varghes John
September 12, 2025
Deeply saddened by the loss of Brian. Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.
Chip
September 9, 2025
The world is a lesser place now.
Ray Pulley
September 5, 2025
Brian and I worked together for many years at First Data and Mastercard. He was smart, funny and had great stories. He always talked about Pittsburgh and the Primanti Bros. I really enjoyed working with him and he will be missed.
Condolences and prayers to his family.
Unknown
September 5, 2025
i´m so sorry for the loss, the family will be in our prayers
Angelique Falkenberg
September 5, 2025
May his memory be a blessing to his family and friends. You will be missed Brian.
Emily McAdam
September 4, 2025
I am praying for your family and friends.
David Schwerer
September 4, 2025
Our condolences. Praying for all family and friends in this difficult time.
David Eplite
September 4, 2025
Such unexpected and sad news, I worked with Brian for several years back in the early days with First Data, great guy and a blast to joke around with.
My sincere and deepest condolences to all of Brian's family.
David E.
Bob schwerer
September 4, 2025
In our thoughts and prayers. So sorry. Bob and Anna Schwerer
Susan Marie noonan Grada
September 3, 2025
So sorry about your loss I went to school with Brian my brother is a ups driver that talks to his brother he was a nice guy
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