Michael R. Brennan

BRENNAN, Michael R., of Cambridge, formerly of Philadelphia, PA and Blackwood NJ, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Robert F. Brennan and Elizabeth M. (Balkonis). Beloved husband of Elizabeth R. Brennan (Maloney) of Cambridge. Loving and proud father of Patrick M. Brennan of Cambridge. Dear brother of Elizabeth Mills and her husband Richard of FL, Nancy DiMeo and her husband Ralph of NJ, and the late Robert M. Brennan. Loving brother in law of Linda Brennan. Michael is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends.

Mike was deeply committed to many things in life, but his family and friends were his highest priority. Although he traveled extensively and had made Cambridge his new home, he stayed closely connected to his Philadelphia area roots and the people there who shaped him. Intensely loyal, Mike managed to maintain his relationships across the miles because he always made time to go home to be with his friends and family.

His Shore House in NJ was a place where family and friends congregated. His parents and grandparents are surely proud that he continued this legacy for the family.

A proud season ticket holder, Mike spent many of his fall weekends in Philly, cheering on his beloved Eagles after tailgating with his friends.

Mike's Cambridge roots were set down in Paddy's, where he became affectionately known as "Philly Mike." There, he found true friendship and it was also there that he met his loving wife of 20 years.

Mike's ultimate joy in life was his son Patrick. They shared a love of sports which led to their participation in the West Cambridge Little Baseball League. Mike enjoyed coaching the kids in Cambridge for many years and he held the other coaches in the highest esteem. He was so proud to be a member of their community.

Mike will be missed by his peers and colleagues at Bright Horizons Family Solutions where he worked for 20 years. Mike was dedicated to his profession and truly loved going to work every day. His work ethic was admirable and he was committed to the growth of Bright Horizons.

Mike was a blessed man. He will be missed in all of his communities, by his kind neighbors on Lakeview Ave, his co-workers, his family and friends in Cambridge, New Jersey and Philadelphia.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, November 10th from 4-7PM at the Keefe Funeral Home, 2175 Massachusetts Ave. NORTH CAMBRIDGE. His Funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 11th at 10am in St. Peter's Church, 100 Concord Avenue, Cambridge. Interment will follow in Cambridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael Brennan Scholarship Fund, West Cambridge Little Baseball League. (https://www.leaguelineup.com/formpreview.asp?url=wclbl&formID=186034)

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