Daniel J. Brennan M.D.

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Brennan, Daniel J., M.D. of St. Louis, Missouri, died peacefully at his home on Friday, February 19, 2010 at the age of 67. Dr. Brennan was a graduate of St. Louis University in 1963 and St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1967. Dr. Brennan was a very gifted and talented plastic surgeon who practiced at St. John's Mercy Medical Center until 1997. He was extremely passionate about the practice of medicine and established a scholarship fund for students who were in need of financial assistance. Dr. Brennan, who donated his body to science, will be missed by many. We would like to especially thank his caregivers, Carol, Beverly, Julie, Francine, Paleace, Felicia, Antanika and the BJC Hospice Program for their help, care and concern. Dr. Brennan is survived by his daughter, Kathleen Brennan Youngerman, his son, Daniel J. Brennan, Jr., his brother Gerald Brennan and his sister, Mary D. Clement. Memorials may be made to the Daniel J. Brennan Scholarship Fund at St. Louis University School of Medicine located at 1 Grand Boulevard, Du Bourg Hall #308, St. Louis, Missouri 63103.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Mar. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Brennan

11 Entries

James C. Davis

December 31, 2024

Sadden to hear of Dr. Brennan´s passing, he resided and lived near me in East St. Louis on 27th St..
Many years later he treated me for burns in a work factory explosion.
Was shocked to hear of his passing, he was such a "special" Dr., but even greater person.
He will long be remembered, and never forgotten.
James C. Davis

Barbara McCann

March 22, 2022

I remember was called "Dr. Dan the plastic man" and he was a wonderful and kind surgeon.
I am so sad to hear he has passed. My prayers are with him and your family.

Barbara McCann

June 9, 2020

I just saw this obituary for Dr. Brennan and even though it is 10 years old, I would like to let the family know that I think he was the most talented and kind man. He holds a special place in the hearts of my family. My son Joseph was only 4 years old when he was bitten in the face by a neighbors dog. I thank God that Dr. Brennan was the plastic surgeon called for him. He was kind and gentle and did amazing work on Joe. It was a terrible bite but his scars slowly disappeared and became a small lines. By the time he was an adult they were barely noticeable. The at 12 after a bike accident his office once again took care of what I thought would also be a disfiguring accident. Joe grew up to be a handsome man and when we would talk about his accidents - we always talked about "Dr. Dan the Plastic Man". I hope your family has taken comfort in knowing how man he has helped and how very much people loved him! I cannot say enough kind words for him and I will keep him in my prayers always. My sympathy to your family - he was a wonderful, talented man and a tremendous loss to medicine.

Joan Renth

February 9, 2020

I only just saw this. I wanted to express my deepest sympathies.
Dr Brennan saved my life in 1976. I was in a very bad accident. He by Gods grace was at St. Josephs hospital when I was brought in.
He put over a hundred tiny stitches in my forehead. I am now 51, and no one can see the scar. I was 7 at the time and had a little crush on the Dr who was so kind to me at all of my followup appointments.
I wish I had seen this years ago, but I only happened on his name in my baby book today (Feb. 9 2020)
I would want to thank him for all that he did. Instead I wish all of his family Gods blessings.
I have often thanked God for the man who put me back together so well that no one would ever know there had been an accident.
God bless the Brennan family.
Joan (Irwin) Renth

Rick Reckamp

March 25, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family of Danny Brennan. The Brennans were closer than relatives to me from the first grade. I spent many hours at their house on 26th Street. Gerry and I were best of friends for many years and sister Patty helped me through high school Latin. Danny was the light of the family with his big smile.
My memories of the Pat Brennan family are long and deep and Danny was big part of them and my own youth.

Rick Reckamp

March 24, 2010

God Bless to a very talented surgeon.

Past patient.

Daniel Brennan

March 24, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Liz Schaeffer

March 4, 2010

Dear Brennan Family,

My brother and I just learned of Danny's passing and send our condolences to his family.

Each of us knew Danny from highschool. I was a friend and fellow graduate from St. Teresa's highschool with Mopsy.

We will keep him in our prayers.

Jack McAtee
Liz McAtee Schaeffer

Lana

March 4, 2010

My deepest condolences to Dan's children and family. I was a friend in college and later a patient. He was a wonderful Dr. and friend. He will be missed.

Tom Haggerty

March 3, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to Dan's children, his brother and sister. I had not seen Dan since high school, but my wife was a patient of his and liked him very much. We are so sorry.

Rich Hamilton

March 3, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of my friend and grade school and high school classmate. Although I had not seen Danny in many years, I still remember him fondly and am very sorry to hear of his passing.

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