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1946
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2012
Brian Fennell Obituary
Brian F. Fennell, a resident of New Rochelle and formerly of Elmsford, died on April 1, 2012. He was 65. Brian was born on September 18, 1946 in White Plains, to the late Maurice and Marie (Hellegers) Fennell. A graduate of Lehman College, he worked 27 years for Con Edison. He was a proud Marine having achieved the rank of Corporal during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his wife, the former Josephine Ariganello, whom he married on October 28, 1978; his two sons: Brian F. Fennell, Jr. and Steven Fennell; his brother Barry Fennell. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Maurice "Buddy" Fennell.
Visiting will be Wednesday 2-4pm & 7-9pm at Lloyd Maxcy & Sons Beauchamp Chapel, 16 Shea Place, New Rochelle. A Blessing will be held on Thursday 10:30am at Blessed Sacrament Church, New Rochelle. Internment will follow at Greenwood Union Cemetery, Rye.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Montrose VA Hospital would be appreciated. Reference White Plains Veteran's Center, Montrose, NY 10548.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Fennell
Frank Lauria
March 28, 2025
Thinking of you peace of the Lord be with you RIP my friend.
Frank Lauria
March 29, 2023
Think of you often miss your humor and your friendship R.I.P. my friend.
Tom McCormack
April 11, 2012
Dear Josie and Family,
My sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. I worked with Brian for several years and could not have had a nicer person to be associated with.
Robert Sherman
April 5, 2012
Dear Josie and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Brian was one of the nicest men I have ever know. I didn't know that he was a Marine. I should have guessed from watching him live with grace and dignity. People like Brian are examples for us all. May God bless you.
Mae Rice
April 5, 2012
Dear Josie and Family
You and the boys have my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. Brian and I worked together many years at Con Edison. He was always a professional and a gentleman. Moreover, he was a faithful car-pooling buddy.
May God continue to watch over you.
April 3, 2012
Dear Josie and Family
Susan and I are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by those of us who knew him and loved him as a dear friend.
Frank&Susan Lauria
Prudence Bruzzano
April 3, 2012
Dearest Josie and Family,
I was so very sorry to hear of your husband's untimely passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of deep sadness. I pray that you will be uplifted by the prayers and good thoughts of all those near and far who hold you dear. With deep affection, Prudy
Steve Fischer
April 3, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. Brian was a wonderful person to know and overall a great guy. He and I exchanged stories of our time in Nam and you'll be in our prayers though this time.
Kevin McClean
April 3, 2012
Dear Josie and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond remembrances of Brian when we worked together in Queens. He was just a great guy - friendly, great humor, extremely conscientious, always helpful to others...someone that you could really rely upon. He and all of you will be in my wife Mary's and my prayers.
April 3, 2012
Dear Josie and Family,
I am deeply saddened by this sad news. I worked with
Brian at Con Ed (credit and collections group). He was the best. I'll miss him.
May God watch over you.
With My Deepest Condolences,
Diane Vittoria
Rich Cowie
April 3, 2012
I worked with Brian and helped him through some difficult days early in his career. I was impressed with his integrity and hard work. He'll be missed.
Ralph Oliva
April 3, 2012
Josie & Family,
My deepest sympathy.
HOWARD RUBIN
April 3, 2012
I WORKED MANY YEARS WITH BRIAN AT CON ED.I ENJOYED EVERY DEALING I HAD WITH HIM.I WILL MISS HIM.
Stephanie Oliver
April 3, 2012
To Josie and The Fennell Family,
So sorry for your loss. You find peace in knowing your loved one is in God's hands.
May God give you strength in this very difficult time.
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