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Brendan Conway Obituary
Conway, 34
PORTLAND - Brendan Miguel Conway, died Nov. 7, 2013, unexpectedly of an undiagnosed heart condition, while playing a game of basketball.
He was born in Portland, on March 1, 1979.
He leaves behind his parents, Nazare and Jeremiah Conway; his brother, Patrick, and his wife, Josepha; Brendan's girlfriend, Lauren Reid; an aunt and uncle, Trudy Conway and Huschang Banan; his cousins, Sedira and Daniel; as well as an aunt and five cousins in Portugal.
Brendan's grace was a tender heart, coupled with a fine intelligence and emotional depth. He cared deeply about family and friends. This open-heartedness extended to young people with whom he loved dealing in many contexts. Not surprisingly, he worked as a family counselor with Opportunity Alliance and founded a summer camp for low-income families in Portland. He loved coaching, an activity that was always much more than game-plans and x's and o's, but rather a way for him to participate in their growth as persons.
He graduated from Bates College in 2001 with a degree in psychology. In 2004, he received his Masters of Social Work from USM. He had a large, generous heart. He was honest and loyal, with a keen concern that people be treated fairly, and all of this leavened with a great sense of humor, a twinkle, and a smile. He was a son who brought enormous joy to our family and was an extraordinary older brother. His friendships were many and substantial.
On Monday, Nov. 11, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., there will be a wake at A.T. Hutchins Funeral Home at 660 Brighton Ave., Portland. For the following day, there is a revised schedule for the Memorial and Burial Service: Brendan's Memorial will be held on Nov. 12 at Deering High School Gymnasium from 2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Parking is available in the rear of the school. Burial will follow the ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery on Steven's Ave. in Portland. To offer words of condolence and share memories with the family, please go to www.athutchins.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations
can be made to:
The Brendan Conway Memorial Scholarship at Deering High School. Contributions under his
name can be sent to
Deering High School
Athletic Department
370 Stevens Ave.
Portland, Maine 04103
Brendan Miguel
Conway
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Memories and Condolences
for Brendan Conway
November 15, 2013
Dear Jerry and family - Sending our love and comfort. May you find a way to move through your grief and this incredible shock, and then find some peace in your many wonderful and lasting memories. Clearly, Brendan was a special person, and his too-short life a gift to the world. Peace, Marge & Pete
Suzanne Moore-Howard
November 12, 2013
May this candle represent eternal life. Rest in Peace Brendan. And thank you for all of your charitable work. May God be with your family in their time of need because we all know that you are looking down on us with that radiant glow. R.I.P my dear friend.
Suzanne Moore-Howard
November 12, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Conway family. I didn't know Brendan that well but I do know that if it had not been for him and his generous heart my children never would have been able to attend summer camp. My deepest sympathies to your family as well as to Brendan's girlfriend and the Reid family.
john orgill
November 12, 2013
r.i.p brendan we still cant believe it our condolences to family and friends our family worked with brendan through opportunity aliance it was a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with him through unfortunate circumstances brendan played a huge roll in helping us get our family back he we wll never forget working with you and the pleasure it was our family will never forget you its so sad you left this world so r.i.p john,carrie callie-jo,mackenzie, ricky,and johnny
Mané Matos
November 12, 2013
I will always remember you..
November 12, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Professor Conway and his family. Dr. Elizabeth Giammarco
Anonymous
November 12, 2013
With much love and compassion
Natalie Corvington
November 12, 2013
To Patrick and his family, my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Joanne Mullen
November 11, 2013
After reading this tribute, I wish Brendan and I had crossed paths! On Friday, while at Eucharistic Adoration at St. Pius X Parish in Portland, a lady stood up and asked those in the church to pray for Brendan, who had just collapsed while playing basketball. Immediately, all of us knelt down and began our private prayers for him.
God, be good to him! My condolences to all his family.
Kimberly Curry
November 11, 2013
Brendan was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor that linked well with his genuine care and patience. I worked with him for years with Summer Fun Camp. He touched so many lives in a positive and beautiful way. I am so sorry for his family and friends, but also for our community. He will be deeply missed.
November 11, 2013
Jerry and Nazare,
Scott and I are so sorry for the loss of your son. know that you are in our thoughts.
Olivia Rogers and Scott MacDonald
Florida
Rick,Gina,&Nick DiBiase
November 11, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Conway family.Your son was very much loved.
Sarah and Jon Delisle
November 10, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear son, brother, friend, life partner. He was not only a friend but a mentor that I looked to for all his knowledge and support. We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. Our love and support is here whenever you need it.
November 10, 2013
Dear Jerry & Family, I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your son. I am sending you and your family thoughts of peace and comfort during this difficult time. Respectfully, Brenda McGovern
C Cote
November 10, 2013
My Deepest Sympathies..
Catherine Gentile
November 9, 2013
Oh, dear Nazare and Jerry, we are dumbfounded with grief at the news of Brendan's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your family. Should you need help with anything, we are here for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Catherine and Mike
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