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Oscar Brennan Obituary
Oscar Alphonso Brennan, Sr., 74, of Greenville, FL passed away on July 11, 2017. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 22, at Covenant M. B. Church, Florida City, FL. Viewing-visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Range Funeral Chapel, Homestead, FL 305-245-6989. Oscar leaves behind his beloved wife of 55 years, Norma Jean Johnson Brennan. Together, they have three children, Oscar Jr. (Laurie), Lavonda (Jeffrey Smith) and Kelvin; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Oscar is also the father of Carla Dumas, Bernard Ballard and Jermaine Roundtree and has 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He earned his A. S. degree in Fire Science Technology in 1976 from Miami-Dade Community College; his B. S. degree in Fire Science Administration and Safety at FIU; and graduated from the National Fire Academy. He was the first black firefighter for Miami-Dade Fire Department. In 1993, he was appointed the first black Fire Chief of Birmingham, AL, and retired in 1998 to Greenville, FL. He held many positions with professional organizations including the IAFC, IAFF, BCOC and IABPF. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association.
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Kelvin
April 14, 2024
Miss you!
Kiandra Roundtree
September 14, 2022
I miss you grandpa
Bridgett Roberson
July 9, 2022
Thinking about my Family this weekend on the 3rd anniversary of Uncle Oscar´s passing. Remembering who he was to his family and to me. Missing his presence. Remembering the support he and Aunt Norma provided to me during my husband´s passing.
Remembering all the encouragement and advice he offered through the years. God bless his soul and his legacy. What a Man!
Donald James
July 7, 2022
What a role model! I (we) a black MDFR fighter miss you greatly!
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Yolanda Young
July 7, 2020
Its three years that you have been gone I can still hear you say Neice whats going on. The fun , food and good times will be remembered but the love will last forever!!
Ronald Clarke
March 2, 2018
i was his computer repair guy and In the time i knew him, he had nothing short of great advice to give to me ,telling me to don't stop at computer skills but try to advance to something higher, I wasn't in the country when he passed it was a shock to me but know this i will never forget this man
July 22, 2017
It is never easy to say goodbye to someone we love so much. Knowing that so many people were loved and touched by him helps. Even more so, because he lives in their memories. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that there is a hope of seeing your loved one again. My sincere condolences.
Donald James, Asst Fire Chief MDFR (Retired)
July 21, 2017
Oscar was my brother David's and I mentor in the MDFD. Enough cannot be said about what he brought to our lives in the fire service. His encouragement and confidence in our ability to one day become leaders, inspired us to achieve heights reserved for only a few. He will always be remembered with fondness and respect.
Betty Jo and Carl The Murray's
July 21, 2017
Truly a very Respectful, Intellectual Man,that's really going to be missed.Rest My Friend In Pradise....
Angela Smith-Green
July 21, 2017
My condolences to you and your family!
From: Helen Smith and family
July 21, 2017
Our prayers are with you and your family. Love the Clayton's Family Homestead, fl.
G. Smith
July 20, 2017
Norma Jean: Keep Looking Up!
July 20, 2017
I can remember after remodeling and moving back in our house, Cheif Brennan and Aunt Norma stopped by he immediately gave instructions on placing fire detectors and pointed to the areas where they should go. Uncle Cass, job well done the fun, the trips to Georgia for family good times we will always cherish most of all the encouragement you gave helped me become the Nurse I am today. Always Charles, Yolanda Young and the boys!
Jim & Carol Brannock
July 20, 2017
Our prayers are with the family as we remember Oscar, a good friend and respected co-worker at MDFD.
July 20, 2017
I will always remember our early years in Homestead, FL. With sincere sympathy, Larry Passmore from "the hood ." Griffin, GA
Paul De Young
July 19, 2017
I had the honor and pleasure of working with Oscar while we were both Fire Marshal's, Oscar with Metro and I with Hialeah. A great man has passed. Mentor to many and leader to all...... Rest in Peace my friend. Paul and Carol De Young
Nicolas Thomas
July 19, 2017
I first met Chief Brennan in 1997 during a BCOC conference. At the time I was a Battalion Chief with the San Jose (CA) Fire Department, and eager to learn how to be the best Chief Officer possible. Chief Brennan and the other Chief Officers of the BCOC were welcoming and supportive. Throughout the years we would connect at the annual BCOC conference. He would ask how my career was going and always offer career guidance. The Chief helped countless Firefighters to better themselves and to prepare for advancement. He is truly a legend in the fire service and will be missed.
Melody
July 19, 2017
Our heart felt condolences and prayer's go's out to the Brennan's Family.
From your old neighbor on 444 SW 6th Terrace, Homestead Florida Mrs. Laura Dorsett , Darlene ,Crystal and Melody Washington.
Joyce Wells
July 18, 2017
We are very sorry for your loss. we will keep you in our prayers.
July 15, 2017
My heart felt condolences to Oscar's lovely wife, family and friends. He was my cousin. He will be remembered in my mind as a sincere upbeat guy who always respected and took care of his Mother, my Aunt Florence. God bless the family and may he rest in peace.
Respectfully,
Olivia Vanhook
Jas Pearlman
July 15, 2017
Its gives us comfort to think that our Aunt Florence Brennan was standing at Oscar's bedside at the time of his transition home. What a wonderful bond they shared1 What a wonderful life and family he built. From that shy teenage boy in Homestead, who raised pigeons in the yard who went on to become one of the most outstanding men in our country! God bless you, Cousin Oscar for a job well done! To his family, please know that the Adderley family joins you in your celebration of his life and your time of loss. God bless you all!
HARVEY KREIDER
July 14, 2017
HE WAS A NICE MAN WITH LOTS OF ENERGY. WAS RESPECTFUL AND MY BOSS FOR A FEW YEARS.
Raines
July 14, 2017
TO THE BRENNAN FAMILY:
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
FROM: BETTY DAVIS RAINES AND FAMILY.
Pat Olson
July 13, 2017
Thank you for your service. Rest in Heaven! ✝
Tamika "Mik-Mik" Brennan
July 13, 2017
Gone, but never forgotten SIP Uncle Oscar.
Mildred Williams
July 13, 2017
My condolences to the family. I am Oscars aunt Mildred of Miami and can remember Oscar as a handsome teen with his friends. Then his wonderful work as a firefighter. He will be missed.
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