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Doris Brennan Obituary
Born: December 5, 1925; in Ringwood, IL
Died: June 20, 2019; in McCullom Lake, IL
Doris A. Brennan, 93, of McCullom Lake, IL, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019 while in the company of family members, at her residence. She was born in Ringwood, IL on December 5, 1925, a daughter of the late Oliver and Leona (Kelley) Lawrence.
She was married to William V. Brennan on June 21, 1947, in Crystal Lake and he passed away Dec. 14, 2010. She and her husband owned and operated Noisy's Tavern in Richmond, from 1969 to 1980. She also worked at Target for six years. She was a former member of Richmond Lions Club, member of VFW Post #4600 in McHenry and an avid Cubs fan who lived to see them win the World Series.
Doris is survived by a daughter, Sandi (Oscar) Coss, of McHenry, IL; a son,William R. (Leslie) Brennan, of Largo, Fl; six grandchildren Susan Gordon-Thompson, William Thompson, Ryan, Quinn and Justin Brennan and Amanda Garrelts plus 12 great grandchildren.
She was preceded by six sisters Helen Wick, Mina Van Dusen, Esther Joslin, Amy Van Dusen, Barbara Lawrence, Jeannette Klavuhn and four brothers James, Russell, Kenneth and Milton.
Memorial visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday June 30, 2019 at Ehorn-Adams Funeral Home 10011 Main St, Richmond. The memorial service will be at 4:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home in Richmond. Inurnment will be in Ringwood Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials to the family would be appreciated.
For information, please call 815 678-7311 or visit www.ehornadams.com
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June 25, 2019
Jim and I want you to know how sorry we are to hear of this terrible loss. We are so sorry we will be out Of town for your moms service. We will be thinking of your family and praying for God's comfort for you all. May God Bless you all. LOVE Aleta and Jim Creamer.
June 25, 2019
As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Liz
Carol Boas (Aalto)
June 24, 2019
Prayers to your family at this sad time. Doris was a ray of sunshine and always fun to be with. I have many cherished memories from the good old days. Rest in peace Dorie.
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