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HOLDEN - Brian W. Tangney, Sr., 58, of Holden, passed away due to brain cancer on the morning of October 29th, 2020. He is survived by his high school sweetheart Anne Tangney (McGinn), his wife of 35 years. He also leaves their daughters, Grace Danis and her husband, Gregory of Silver Spring, MD and Olivia Crowner and her husband, Jonathan of Worcester, as well as brothers, John Tangney and his wife, Liza of Worcester, and Mike Tangney of Seattle, WA. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Lillian McGinn (Griffin), of Worcester. He was predeceased by his son, Brian Tangney Jr. and a brother, Stephen Tangney.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Eugene and Mary (Salvatore) Tangney. After graduating from Doherty Memorial High School, he joined the United States Army Reserve where he served as Military Police. Brian currently worked as a supervisor at Eversource Energy. Previously Brian was employed by Central Mass Safety Council, FLEXcon Company, and owned and operated Century 21 Tangney.
In his spare time Brian enjoyed the beaches in Misquamicut with friends and family, making jokes, and talking to neighbors while walking his dog Jack. Brian loved to spend time with his many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He will be missed by many for his big laugh and even bigger heart.
Calling hours are 3:00 until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, November 1st at O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA. His funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 2nd at Christ The King Church, 1052 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Brian's memory to Mission of Hope International, P.O. Box 884, Gardner, MA 01440 or at MOHintl.org
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John Porazinski
November 4, 2020
Sorry for your loss, I work at Eversource and seen this in our daily news. Thanks for your Service Brian, Rest in Peace.
Cindy Tangney
November 4, 2020
I met Brian at Eversource a couple of times. After chatting a bit, we realized we weren't related, but we had a laugh and called each other "cuz" anyway. He seemed like a very happy person. Very sorry for your loss.
Karen Sherman
November 4, 2020
Sincere condolences to the Tangney family...
from the Sherman Family
Generell
November 2, 2020
We had alot of memories with you Brian growing up on Beaconsfield Rd.
Throwing snow balls from tatnuck school on to pleasant street or flipping that Chevy impala due to that so called black dog. We had fun and we will see you again. God bless you Brian.
Maryann Obizinski
November 2, 2020
Anne and family. So sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to see you guys at the pool.
Cindy Pendergast
November 2, 2020
My sincerest sympathy to all of Brian's family. I knew Brian from Tatnuck, growing up in school from Chandler through Doherty. He was one of those rare people that is what he is; genuine, kind, friendly and also very funny. He was always someone I was happy to see and talk to about things. From other entries I see here, everyone who knew him felt the same about him. We were lucky to have such a person in our lives. Thanks for being you, Brian. I am so sad to see you had to leave this world so soon. Peace to you and your family.
Mike Crowner
November 1, 2020
My son Jonathan Crowner started to date Olivia in college. As time went on we got to know Olivia. Over that same time we would hear about Anne and Brian and how nice they were as they got to know Jonathan.
You know the rest of the story. Jonathan and Olivia got engaged and then married. Through this time Jonathan often talked about Anne and Brian. It was clear to my wife and I that Jonathan had found his place in their family. When I spoke to Brian he would tell me what a great person Jonathan was. As a Dad that made me feel proud and also happy. At the wedding my wife and I met Anne and Brian in a sub shop by accident. We joined them for lunch and spoke about our children and how happy that Olivia and Jonathan had found each other. As a very proud Dad and a Dad who loves Jonathan very much if I was to share Jonathan with another father I'm so happy it was Brian. For the people that read this Jonathan thought the world of Brian. He truly felt like he has two families. If I know Jonathan that will never change. Brian and Anne, thank you for making Jonathan feel like part of your family. With love and prayers Mike and Sandy Crowner
Toke
October 31, 2020
Brought tears of joy and laughter to everyone that knew him.
Fred Potenti
October 31, 2020
My sincere sympathies to the Tangney family on Brian’s passing. Peace and loving memories to those he left behind.
Christine (Boisvert) Mitchell
October 31, 2020
I was in the USAR with Brian along time ago. He was funny, kind, and so well liked by everyone. My deepest condolences to the family. Rest In Peace, Brian.
Sandy Tangney
October 31, 2020
John and Liza , so sorry to hear about Brian, my heart is broken as I remember his jokes and laughter and all the family fun we shared together playing cards and around the family table . He will forever hold a special place in my heart . Sending prayers to the family
Sandy Tangney
October 31, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived
Remember all the jokes and laughters we shared with Brian around the family table and gatherings .
Sandy Tangney
October 31, 2020
Anne, Grace and Olivia ,
So sorry to hear about Brian. I remember his jokes and laughter and many happy fun times together around the family table and gatherings.My heart and prayers go out to all of you and the family, his memories will be forever held close to my heart . Sending prayers
Kathy and Bob Burns
October 30, 2020
So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Kathy and Bob Burns
Mike Tangney
October 30, 2020
Anne, Grace, and Olivia, you have my deepest condolences. I am sure you have many good memories of Brian (Dad) as I have of my brother.
I love you guys and I'll pray for you all.
Tom Beebe
October 30, 2020
I only knew Brian for a short time, but his happy demeanor and sense of humor were infectious.
Christine Mitchell
October 30, 2020
Christine (Boisvert) Mitchell
October 30, 2020
I am so shocked to see this. I was in the Reserves with Brian many years ago. He was a great guy, kind, funny as hell, liked by everyone. I have this image in my head, we were at summer camp and Brian and another guy were standing guard at a check point, in an area that was inundated with butterflies. He's standing there in uniform has his M16 rifle, helmet on, trying so hard to look the part.... and he's completely covered in yellow butterflies. My deepest condolences to the family. I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP Brian.
Carol Kalil-Hamilton
October 30, 2020
John Liza and family
Sorry for your loss
May his memory be eternal
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