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Joseph Brennan Obituary
"Joe" Brennan, II
March 16, 1927
July 23, 2013
Joe Brennan, of Pensacola, FL, passed away peacefully at home with his family on Tuesday, July 23, 2013.
Joe was World War II US Navy veteran of the Pacific Theater, founding member and retiree of the Boilermakers Union Local 28, Past Exalted Ruler of Elks Lodge #742 Long Branch, NJ, Past Commander of VFW Post 6902 Highlands, NJ, Dockmaster of Elks Lodge 497 Pensacola, FL, All-American Pistol Marksman, Licensed to Captain up to 100-ton vessels, and a licensed pilot.
Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife Rita, and son Joseph III.
He is survived by his sons Daniel Brennan, Dr. Brian Brennan, Kevin Brennan, his daughter JoAnn McDonald, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel on Friday, July 26, 2013 from 5:00-7:00pm.
The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 1700 Conway Dr., Pensacola, FL on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 11:00am, and the interment will take place at Barrancas National Cemetery at Pensacola Naval Air Station on Monday, July 29, 2013 at 9:30am.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Joe's name to the Animal Shelter of your choice.
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Al Stiso
July 18, 2024
Hard to believe its been over 10 years since Joe's passing. I still tell stories about "Father Joe"
REST IN PEACE my friend.
Mike Casey
November 9, 2013
Mr. Brennan,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the USN in the Pacific fighting the Japanese during WW II and also for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
Karen Jenkins
July 29, 2013
I just heard of Joe's passing and am so sorry to hear about it. I only spent one day with Joe but it was a day I will always cherish. I was his guardian on the Honor Flight. He was such an honorable man and in my opinion, a true hero. I am so sorry for your loss.
July 27, 2013
Brian, We're so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike and Judy Maniscalki
Joyce Riesinger
July 27, 2013
For your lose I am truly sorry and hope that you can find comfort in knowing that wherever we pass on to, Joe is there, in Rita's loving embrace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maureen
July 26, 2013
Brian, our thoughts and prayers are with you always, especially at this time. Keep the faith...
Chuck Seymour
July 26, 2013
My condolences to the Brennan family. He is already missed.
Jim & Sherry Readdy
July 26, 2013
Joann, sorry we can not be with you but our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He is at peace now.
July 26, 2013
OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS SAD TIME.
THE SERAFINO FAMILY
Philip Hice
July 26, 2013
Go with God and enjoy your new life.
July 25, 2013
We will also remember the good times on Pier 4. Party's, dancing, singing and just lots of fun. I can picture you up there in your Hammock.
Rest in Peace.
Our deepest sympathy.
Jean and Vince Lauricella
Pope Gemini Joe 1st
AL Stiso
July 25, 2013
At his best!
AL Stiso
July 25, 2013
AL Stiso
July 25, 2013
I will always have fond memories of Gemini Joe Brennan, and the times we had solving the world's problems over a bottle (or two) of wine on Pier 4. Joe also taught me the finer points of kissing a moose!
Our condolences go out to all who knew and loved him.
AL and Barbara Stiso
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