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Philip Breen Obituary
SUTTON - Philip "Phil" T. Breen, 83, a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, died peacefully at home early Thursday morning. Family and friends surrounded him for the last weeks of his life. Even in his last days, he was an example of faith, love, and humor to all who knew him.
His loving wife, Rosemary "Romy" (O'Malley) passed in 1997 and now they are reunited in heaven. He leaves behind two daughters, Alanna Mary Breen of Columbia, SC; and Erin Susan Armstrong and her husband Jonathan, of Pocatello, ID; a son, PJ Breen and his wife, Karla and their two daughters, Rachal Ollie and Marybeth Frances of Worcester; his sister- and brother-in-law Catherine (O'Malley) and F. Michael Novick of Worcester, as well as three nieces, two nephews, and six grandnieces.
He was born in Worcester, graduated from Classical High School in 1950, and received a Bachelor of Arts from Holy Cross College in 1954. He served in the U.S. Navy as a hospital corpsmen for two years before receiving his J.D. from Boston College Law School in 1960. After several years in private practice with his father, he became the Assistant Clerk of the Superior Courts of Worcester, a position he held until he retired in May of 2001. He also worked as a tax preparer and an enrolled agent, a job that he loved. He enjoyed fishing, boating, gardening, bird watching, and sharing meals with family and friends. He was an active member of St. Mark's Catholic Church of Sutton for 39 years, and a proud member of Holy Cross College's Sodality group. He was belonged to the Southern MA Police Association.
His funeral will be held Monday, Aug. 17th from Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St. in Millbury, with a Funeral Mass at 10:30 am at St. Mark's Church, 356 Boston Road, in Sutton. Calling hours are 1 to 4 pm Sunday Aug. 16th in the funeral home. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery in Worcester. In appreciation for the support of their parish, the family requests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mark's Haiti Ministry, 356 Boston Road, Sutton, MA 01590.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Breen
August 17, 2015
Thank you for your service to the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The knowledge of seamanship that you shared with fellow members was appreciated and remembered.
USCG Auxiliary
Division 10 1NR
Betty Cusson
August 17, 2015
The Breen Family, Your Dad was a good friend and a gentleman first class. So proud of his family and especially those G. daughters. A pleasure to know him and work with him for many yrs. at S.C. May you soar with the angels Phil and meet up with your Dear Romy. R.I.P.
August 14, 2015
Dear Breen family:
Your dad was a great guy and he was very proud of all of you. Phil was a terrific Assistant Clerk at the Superior Court. It was my honor to work with him and call him my friend.
I am away and unable to be with you this weekend but I will be with Phil and you in spirit.
Sincerely,
Francis A. Ford
Former Clerk of Courts for Worcester County
Sue Miville
August 14, 2015
To the Alanna, Erin, PJ and Karla,
I am so sorry for your loss. "Papa" Breen was an amazing individual...and the love of the Breen parents will shine through in their children and grand-children for a very long time! I love all of you!
August 14, 2015
To the Breen Family,
I wish to extend my sympathy in the loss of your father. Years ago he was a customer of the bank I was employed at, he was always such a gentleman and had such a sweet nature about him. Sorry for your loss.
Dr.Timothy Hoffman
August 14, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
Hon. Dennis Brennan
August 14, 2015
Hon. Dennis Brennan extends his condolences to the Breen family in this time of loss.
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