Mary Lou Brennan

1929 - 2017

Mary Lou Brennan obituary, 1929-2017, Springfield, IL

Mary Lou Brennan

1929 - 2017

BORN

1929

DIED

2017

Mary Brennan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6, 2017.
Mary Lou Brennan 1929 - 2017
Springfield, IL—Mary Lou Brennan, 87, of Springfield, passed away at 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center.
Mary Lou was born December 4, 1929 in Springfield, the daughter of Joseph F. and Lois E. Argus Shaughnessy. She married Paul Alexander Brennan at St. Joseph Church on December 2, 1950.
Mary Lou graduated from Ursuline Academy in 1947 and retired from the Illinois Department of Revenue. She was a member of Christ the King, where she was active with the Over 50 Club, Altar and Rosary Society, and St. Louise de Marillac Guild. She volunteered at St. John's Hospital as a Good Samaritan for more than 10 years. Mary Lou enjoyed playing bridge, knitting, crocheting, and working crossword puzzles; however, her greatest love was her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Doris J. Reid.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Paul A. Brennan of Springfield; son, Jay Brennan; daughters, Jean Marie Brennan, Judy Lynn (Barry) McAnarney, Julie Ann (Stephen) Shields, and Janet Lee (Steve) Tapocik, all of Springfield; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Maureen McAnarney, Colin (Kate) McAnarney, Matthew P. (Michelle) McAnarney, Stephen Shields, Lindsey Brennan Shields, Alexander Paul Shields, Michele (Ben) Helmers, Sean Brennan Tapocik, and Erin Danielle Tapocik; great-grandchildren, Jacob Helmers, Darby McAnarney and Max and Lila McAnarney; seven siblings, Aurzella Staten of Springfield, Lois M. Jirgal of Springfield, Joseph F. (Rosemary) Shaughnessy of St. Louis, MO, Ruth M. (Richard) Pohlman of Springfield; Katherine (Harry) Monahan of Neuberg, IN, Barbara (Jerry) Sams of Springfield, and Patricia (Jim) Adams; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to services.
Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at the Parish Life Center at Christ the King Church, 1920 Barberry, Springfield.
Concelebrated Mass: 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Christ the King with Msgr. David S. Lantz and Rev. Daniel Shaughnessy, concelebrants.
Burial will be held at Calvary Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 1 N. LaSalle, Suite 12, Attn: Memorials and Tributes, Chicago, IL 60602.
The family of Mary Lou Brennan is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th Street, Springfield.
Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.

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November 28, 2023

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December 7, 2017

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December 7, 2017

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Danielle Wood

November 28, 2023

Julie and family,
Remembering your momma!
Heaven shining brighter because of your momma!
Danielle

Kevin conway

December 7, 2017

Sincere condolences to uncle paul and family... I've nothing but fond memories of aunt Mary Lou. One of the kindest people ever known. Peace.

Danielle Wood

December 7, 2017

Julie,
My heart goes out to you!! You and your family are in my prayers.

December 5, 2017

To the Brennan family,
So sorry to hear of Mary Lou's passing. She was always a great neighbor and friend to our Mom. I can still see her and my Mom chatting over the back fence, the one I wasn't supposed to climb over when I'd go to visit Jeannie! Joe and I extend our deepest sympathies and wish you God's comfort for the days ahead.

Michele & Dave Hurrelbrink

December 5, 2017

Janet and family,
So sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She was such a sweet lady. Both my mom and Dave's mom always enjoyed seeing her and chatting. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

anna myer

December 5, 2017

mary lou - one of my nicest neighbors ever when we lived in st cabrini. I haven't seen her for several years since I moved to grayslake. my sympathy to paul, jay, Jeannie, judy, Julie, jan & family. such a great lady.
annie myer

Linda & Bill O'Rourke

December 5, 2017

Brennan Family,
Sad to learn of the loss of Mary Lou. What a wonderful family you are part of. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Adam Harrell

December 5, 2017

Sorry for your loss Ruth and family, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kathy Sutzer

December 4, 2017

Janet, so sorry to hear about this. Your mom was such a sweet lady. She always made time to stop and visit whenever I would run into her. Take care..Thinking of all your family now. Kathy

Freddie and Cathy West

December 4, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your loved, to the entire family of Mary Lou Brennan.

December 4, 2017

During this time of sorrow, may the words of Psalms 94:19 comfort you and soothe your pain. My deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one.

Annette Nelson

December 4, 2017

Dear Brennan and Shaunessy families...my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all...Peace, Love and comfort.AMEN

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