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John Brennan Obituary
John J. Brennan, "Jack," 85, of Kingston, died Monday, Aug. 14, 2023.
Born April 18, 1938, in Kingston, he was the son of the late Martin Brennan and Elizabeth Brennan.
Jack graduated from Kingston High School, Class of 1956, and King's College, Class of 1960.
After graduation, Jack worked for the U.S. Department of Labor. He then began a long and successful career in international banking, living worldwide, including in Mexico, the Philippines, Australia and Singapore.
After retiring, Jack moved back to Kingston and continued to travel extensively. For many years he split his time between Italy and Kingston. Jack was a member of St. Ignatius Church.
Jack was preceded in death by his brothers, Martin and Leo; and his sister, Mary Beth.
He will be greatly missed by his brother, Paul Brennan; sister-in-law, Eileen Brennan; niece, Liz Brennan Sheehy and her husband, Dave; nephew, Matthew Brennan; great-nephew, Timothy Sheehy; great-nieces, Caroline Sheehy and Norah Sheehy; and many close friends all over the world.
A celebration of Jack's life will take place beginning with visitation at 9 a.m. Friday and a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in the Church of St. Ignatius, 339 N. Maple Ave. Kingston. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Donations to Friends of the Poor, Scranton are preferred and will honor Jack's memory.
Share memories and condolences with Jack's family at mjmclaughlin.com.
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Judi ( Healey) Kriedler
August 17, 2023
I met Jack at Leo´s wake. I got there late & he was so kind to let me say good bye to my buddy, Leo, a W.S.C.C. classmate. Leo thought the world of his family. My condolences to Jack´s loved ones.
Bob Sislian
August 16, 2023
John was a close neighbor and old friend. Many poignant memories, not the least of which being treated to an inspired performance by his young brother cloaked in a make believe Superman cape and assuring us that he would be soon " up,up and away". Roles reversed and John is now up,up and away; however, never to be forgotten. Bob Sislian
Dona Belcastro Klein
August 16, 2023
Sorry to of John's passing. He was a friend in high school and was always a pleasure to have around. My mother was also a fan of his. Lost touch after high school. My sincere condolence to his family
Dona (Dee Dee)
Paula Lange
August 16, 2023
Dear Paul and family,
I am so sorry to learn of John's passing. He was a dear, dear friend of my sister's and as such, achieved "family" status. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Paula Lange
Roz Walsh
August 16, 2023
My sincere condolences to John´s family. I will miss my long time friend very much- we shared many years of great memories. I am unable to attend funeral but John and family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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