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Holden - Brian W. Tangney, Jr., 25, of Holden, beloved son of Brian W. Tangney, Sr. and Anne T. (McGinn) Tangney passed away Wednesday, May 20th. Along with his parents, he leaves two sisters, Grace Tangney of Albany and Olivia Tangney of Holden; his paternal grandmother, Mary (Salvatore) Tangney of Worcester; his maternal grandmother, Lillian (Griffin) McGinn of Worcester; the love of his life, Brittni Wise of Worcester; many aunts and uncles; cousins, who were his best friends; and friends who were his brothers.
Brian graduated from Doherty Memorial High School in 2008 where he was a dynamic member of cross country and track teams. He was scheduled to graduate from Quinsigamond Community College on Thursday, May 21st and was looking forward to helping people as a respiratory therapist. In January, Brian went to Haiti to volunteer and do relief work with Mission of Hope. He was a driving instructor and motorcycle driving coach for Central Mass Safety Council. Brian enjoyed playing his guitar and riding his motorcycle.
Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours on Sunday, May 24th from 3:00 until 7:00 P.M. in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester. His funeral is Monday, May 25th with a Mass at 10:00 A.M. in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant Street, Worcester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mission of Hope International, (mohintl.org), P.O. Box 884, Gardner, MA 01440.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Tangney
June 9, 2015
I am very sorry for your hearbreaking loss. May you find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you have.
With deepest sympathy,
Mary Minor
former employee Big Discount Supermarket
Dick Daley
May 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss,Brian our prayers are with you and your family.
Marlene Fitzpatrick
May 26, 2015
Dear Anne, My deepest condolences to you and your family. Please know that prayers and faith will help you get through this. You can count on my prayers. God Bless and keep you.
Asst. Principal Greendale School
Christine Ringdahl
May 25, 2015
Brian, Anne, Grace, Olivia and Brittany, the funeral mass and reception after was attended by so many of us that just wanted you to know how much Brian touched our lives. We are all better people for just having experienced Brian's winning smile, kindness and his never ending loyalty and love to his family and friends. I am so grateful for having him in my life. We should all live and love like Brian, unconditionally. Our prayers and support are with you, Love Christine, Norman , Lauren and Greg Ringdahl
May 25, 2015
Our prayers are with you and your family, Brian, during this time of grief.
We are so sorry for your loss.
The Duggan Family
of Oak Avenue
Holly Tabor-Hall
May 25, 2015
The loss of a child is one of indescribable pain and no words will take the pain away, but this is all we can do.
We are so very sorry for your loss. We didn't get to know Brian, but he sounds like he was a phenomenal young man.
Holly and Kris Tabor-Hall
Arnold Lane, Jr.
May 24, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Tangney family during this difficult time. Sleep in Paradise Brian!
Peace and love to you all,
Arnold Lane, Jr. and Family
Dan Ballard
May 24, 2015
Brian was always a great motivator for us on the cross-country team. One of the nicest guys I knew at that school. Always knew how to cut a bad joke too, haha. This is a huge loss for all who ran with him and the class of 2008
Gail Mcauliffe
May 24, 2015
Dear Tagney family,
I know your cousin Bob who brings me Eucharist from D
St. John's. I've been very disabled since 28 every day in pain and alone. Please let me say just seeing his face shows an angelic character. It may seem an acciicent and the pain is awful but I guess Heaven needed him and he may have completed his purpose even this young.
I recall when my 16 year old second cousin died in vehicle accident and how hard it is to bury a young person. Please accept my condolences. Knowing bob Tangney I'm sure this is a very fine family. God bless and comfort you all. Pentecost and Memorial Day will hold his memory eternally. Rest in peace Brian
May 24, 2015
Such a terrible loss of a wonderful young man. Although I never met Brian, I knew of him from my sons Brian and Michael who were good friends with him at Doherty High. My Brian also attended QCC with him as they were both enrolled in the health program and would have graduated together. I heard only good things about him and how good natured and happy he was and that he always made everybody laugh. I was at the DCU for the QCC graduation Thursday night and I hope Brian was looking down when they called his name for his certificate and I hope he saw the standing ovation he received from not only the entire graduating class but everybody who was in attendance. It was overwhelmingly heartwarming. My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends of Brian. My deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss. Paula Ellis
May 23, 2015
Brian was one of the nicest guys I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. We went to middle and high school together and any interaction with him during those times was always a good one.
Brian will forever live on in the hearts of so many people. He helped change lives and make people better. <3
Pat Prince
May 23, 2015
All my prayers for Brians family. May your memories be vivid and bright - always remember the best of times you had.
Martha Macek
May 23, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Martha Macek and family
Pat Jones
May 23, 2015
I had the pleasure of meeting and seeing Brian several times on my visits home. It was clear to me what a wonderful young man he was and that he and Brittni shared a very special love. My heart aches for her and for your entire family.
With sympathy and comfort, Pat Jones, Brittni's Godmother.
Michael Misilo
May 23, 2015
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Tangney family of Brian Tangney. I have never met Brian in my life until my first driving lesson two days before he passed. It was the best lesson I could have asked for. We each got to have a great connection with each other talking about sports to driving questions and even listening to some tunes in the car. He was very easy to talk to and was a very fun guy to make you feel safe behind the wheel. He and I talked to each other like we have known one another for years. He was an outstanding instructor to me and taught me things I wasn't ready for yet like parallel parking and he taught me in 3 steps and I was amazed how easy it was. He did mention to me of his personal life and how he loved to work in the respiratory field and play guitar. He mentioned his true love and how much of their life they would spend together but was cut short. I am never going to forget this man I just want to thank him for teaching me everything he knows and whenever I step into a driving school car I know he will always be at my side. Thank You Brian you were a great inspiration to me and others. Thank you again you will be dearly missed.
Caitlin (Morris) Bombara
May 23, 2015
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Please accept my deepest condolence.
May 23, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you. I too did not know Brain but Brittni is my niece and I lost my son in February. There is no more profound sorrow. Best thoughts to all.
Joanna King Conety
May 23, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Tangney Family. Such a terrible loss. I cannot imagine what you are all going through.
Luan Paradise
May 23, 2015
Dear Tangney family,
My heart is heavy for you all. Brian was a friend of my Sam, they life guarded together and he came to the house a few times. Through all I've heard he was a wonderful young man which is a reflection of his family and your parenting. May you try and find peace during this time and hold close all your memories, Brian will be in your heart forever. Peace to you and your family ♡
STEVE & ELEANOR NORLING
May 23, 2015
BRITTNI & FAMILY
BRIAN'S FAMILY,
MAY BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES BRING YOU STRENGTH AT
THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
May 23, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. I did not know Brian but heard about this at commencement. Whomever came to graciously accept his degree has a tremendous level of strength. My prayers are with your entire family.
Flo Lucci
Professor, Q.C.C.
Donald Tiesenga
May 23, 2015
I met. Brian at Mission of Hope. Great guy to work with. Praying for the family.
Penny Shaw
May 23, 2015
As you go through this unimaginable difficult time please know that we are all weeping inside for your loss. Wishing you strength and peace.
Michael Pelletier
May 23, 2015
Dear Brian, Ann, Grace and Olivia accept my sincere condolences, I will Keep you all in my Prayer's
Thomas Shea
May 22, 2015
Brian and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the sudden death of your son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. Tom Shea and family.
Denise Byrne
May 22, 2015
Anne and family, Brittni
So very sorry for your loss, I can't even begin to imagine the heartache you all are feeling. Keeping you all in my prayers
May 22, 2015
Dear Brian, Anne, Grace, and Olivia: I have such pleasant memories of Brian running and playing around the neighborhood. He was always so kind and polite. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Steven Pelletier
Madeliene Del Toro
May 22, 2015
Brian was one of my son's best friends growing up and he was there to support him when his dad passed away. We will miss him and we are lucky he was part of our lives. We are so sorry for your loss.
May 22, 2015
Dear Tangney Family:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Brian. Although we have never met, we were fortunate enough to have known Brian through our children. You must be wonderful people, because you raised a truly amazing son.
To our darling Brittni, you are like a part of our family. We are here for you for anything at anytime. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Eressy Family
Jibrael Younis
May 22, 2015
The light that shines twice as bright burns twice as fast. As Hamlet would say, "He was a man, take him for all in all. I shall not look upon his like again." Brian, you were one of a kind. You will be missed. Thanks for being a friend. - Jb :')
May 22, 2015
Brian, Anne, Olivia and Grace,
Sending love, prayers and hugs to you and your family. My 135 students and I prayed for Brian and you and we will continue each day. Know my prayers and thoughts are with you. Love you,
Mary O'Neil and Family
May 22, 2015
On behalf of the Worcester Head Start Program, please accept our deepest sympathies and prayers at this most difficult time.
Leah Cornwell
May 22, 2015
Brian & Ann I am so sorry for your loss words can express how heart broken I am for your family at this time!!
May 22, 2015
Brian and family...so sorry for your loss...so sad, too young. Sandy Loughlin
Sharon Griffin Edson
May 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss. There are no words. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Maura O'Neil
May 22, 2015
Anne and Brian,
Are thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marty Henry
May 22, 2015
Brian, Anne, and Brittni,
Words cannot describe the deep sorrow we feel for you. Brian will forever be remembered by us a an outstanding young man with a huge heart. It was always a pleasure to spend time with him and we always considered him part of our extended family. Please know that the entire Tangney, McGinn, and Wise family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Matt Farraher
May 22, 2015
thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Anne my heart is heavy so sorry for your loss
May 22, 2015
the light of his love will not perish from the earth
Matt Zalauskas
May 21, 2015
Brian and family...so sorry for your loss.
Lorna
May 21, 2015
Ann & Brian,
May 21, 2015
So very sorry, Jane and Pete
Carol Kalil-Hamilton
May 21, 2015
Liza, John, and family so very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Lynda And Alfred Wasilewski
May 21, 2015
Dear Tangney Family, There are no words to adequately express our deep sympathy for your unthinkable loss. May God bring you comfort and strength in these incredibly tough days, and bless you with healing in the light of His loving tenderness, mercy and grace. You are all in our prayers.
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