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Mark Sheridan Brennan Jr.

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Mark Brennan Obituary

Mark Sheridan Brennan Jr., 15, of Richmond, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 28, 2005. Mark was the dear and loving son of Terri and Mark Brennan Sr. Mark is also survived by his sister, Mallory; and his brother, Will; grandmothers, Edna Woods and Jean Brennan; and his aunts, uncles and cousins. Mark, an athlete and student at Deep Run High School, was a joy and delight to all of his family and friends. Mark loved and was loved by his mom and dad. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 31 at Christ Church Episcopal on Pouncy Tract Rd. Interment will follow at Mount Vernon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Young Life Campership in memory of Mark, P.O. Box 70807, Richmond, Va. 23255. Arrangements by the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Brennan

144 Entries

August 28, 2006

i miss you mark...i was thinking about you all day....

Janet Carter

August 27, 2006

Dear sweet Mark - Today was a very somber day. Even though tomorrow is the one year anniversary of your passing, it was today, a Sunday, that we lost you. We went back to the accident site to say a prayer this afternoon for you. It has been quite a miraculous year spiritually because of you. Each and every day this year contained thoughts of you. I've come to learn so much about you and have come to know how wonderful your family and friends are. Most of all, I've learned so much more about the power of God and how He has purpose in everything - including death. Your spirit lives on, and you will never ever leave my heart and soul. I am so grateful for you. I will see you again one day - it is promised. I love you dearly. Good bye, my friend.

Tammy Hinkle

August 21, 2006

Mark, It's hard to believe that it has almost been a year since you left us. I think of you every day. I read your guest book often and it keeps me on track as to what is important in life. Your mom and I are going to get together soon. Tell my dad I said hi. I miss him terribly.

Love, Tammy

April 5, 2006

Happy Belated Birthday Mark!

Sorry I'm late....

I miss you!

Janet Carter

April 3, 2006

Happy Birthday, Mark. I woke up with you on my mind and in my heart. We're celebrating "you" today. I was in Wal-Mart last night and stopped to look at books. I picked up "90 Minutes In Heaven: A True Story of Death and Life" and started reading it. The man described his near-death experience when he died from a car accident and was revived. He recounted that the first person to greet him when he went to heaven was his grandfather. He happened to be with his grandfather when he passed away, and that is why he suspected he was the first person he saw. That's all I needed to read - you will be the first person I see. I can't wait. :) Happy Birthday, Friend.

kathryn lacy

March 7, 2006

Hey Mark. It's so screwed up around here right now. I didn't know Heather, David or Robert, but with everyone mourning their loss, I can't help but think of you. I know that if you were with us, you would be cheering us up with your wonderful smile and quick jokes. You're amazing and I can't tell you how much you mean to me. I miss you every day, and you make me live my life to the fullest. I can't wait to be able to see you again...heaven will be ten times as wonderful! I love you and I miss you terribly...

March 2, 2006

hey mark!

i hope you are doing well and that you are showing heather and robert around... make them feel at home because i know thats what you did and i didn't even know you! it's hard to say i miss you all when i never met any of you, but i do. take care of EVERYONE up there :) i hope you are well and still smiling!

R.I.P <3 everyone misses you!

February 26, 2006

Hey Mark. I havn't written in awhile..but please know it's because it's hard for me, but believe me I think about you constantly.

Please help heather moorefield into heaven. She's going to need to be shown around.

I miss you.. a lot.

It's so hard, so scary, to face life without you and jaimee. But, you've made me realize to live life to the fullest.

I LOVE YOU and MISS YOU LIKE CRAZY.

You, Mark Brennan, are amazing.

kathryn lacy

February 22, 2006

Mark,

I just got back from a weekend beach retreat with my youth group. The topic for our retreat was the meaning of a faith journey. It was amazing to see everyone supporting each other and crying together as we told our stories. I just wanted you to realize what a huge role you've played in my own faith journey. I choose to believe in God because I know that you were taken from us in order to serve a much larger purpose. You are an inspiration and I miss you always...

February 21, 2006

Hey Mark. I miss you like crazy; though I know everyone does. You left such an amazing mark on everyone.

Thank you;;FOR EVERYTHING.

for being you.

and please please please forgive me for not getting to know you better. i regret it so much.

miss you.

Janet Carter

February 13, 2006

Hi Friend. It was an amazing day last week during my visit to you. It was more powerful that I could've ever imagined - knowing that you were so close but so far away. I miss you much. My love to you always. - JC

Janet Carter

January 31, 2006

Hey Buddy! I've been thinkin' about you a lot. What a joyful day today that Kristin went back to school. I know you're there too roaming the halls, sliding in and out of classes and checking out what everybody's doing. Aren't you glad you don't have to do homework and take exams?! You're very much a part of everyone there and will be forever.

I told your mom last week when we talked that I think and dream about you all the time. I must have had you in my dreams last night, because you were on my mind all day today as if I had just seen you.

I had a conversation with my precious Brandon the other week about Eternity and what we have to do to get there. I told him that when we accept in our heart that Christ died on the cross to save us from our sins, that's our ticket. Isn't it great that when we leave our bodies on Earth we get to sit at the feet of Jesus and see all our loved ones again. There's no pain and no suffering. Just eternal joy. I can't wait to see you again and to witness all that is promised us. I know I will. Have a wonderful Eternity. I look at your pictures everyday. You're right beside me in my office at home. Two thumbs up! I love you and miss you. - JC

Linda Howell

January 26, 2006

Dear Terri, Mark, Mallory, and Will

I have made a web page in memory of my Mark. Although we were cousins I never got to see much of you, because of you all living so far away. I do remember Mark when he was little and he was such a sweet child and then at the wedding I saw that he turned into a wonderful young man. I have been thinking about you all and words cannot express what I feel, but know that I do share in your grief and I know what it is to lose a child, as you know. This is not easy and it will never be, but know that God and Mark are watching over you.

sarah c

January 22, 2006

hey mark. ive been trying to study for exams but im not doing such a good job. ive been thinking a lot about you today, as i do pretty much everday. i miss you so much and i read the quote on the poster thing going in our yearbook of you that me and aubrey helped your mom make and it makes me remember all the amazing times we had expecially over the summer. im going to call your mom soon its been a while. i try and pray for her everyday. i get my license in 2 weeks and im planning on you being the first person i go visit. i love you mark youll always be one of my best friends forver and ever as long as i live. it not getting any easier for any of us down here without you. watch over all of your best buds i hope you miss us as much as we miss you. i cant wait until i see you again. im imganing the day until our posse and all of your other best freinds get there and how amazing that will be. not a day goes by when i dont remember an awsome memory. expecially saranac and the annual soapy trampoline. didnt get any better than that. and for now, ill just continue to write and visit. i love you mark sheridan brennan.

anonymous

January 16, 2006

Hi Mark,

I sure do miss you. I felt a little better after reading the most recent entries in this guest book. Your passing has left an incredible black void in my life that I will carry with me to my own grave. I love you

January 8, 2006

I miss you.

the memories that we shared with you will last a lifetime.

Janet Carter

January 2, 2006

Hi my friend. It is the start of a brand new year. I will always cherish 2005 deeply in my heart because of you. I think about you all the time and miss you terribly. I have heard so much about you and feel as though I've known you forever. I feel your spirit with me each day, and I know I will see you again. You are my angel as I was yours. I have visions of you walking streets of gold and sitting at Jesus' feet. Enjoy Eternity. I love you dear friend. - JC

December 29, 2005

i cant stop thinking about you mark...i miss you and love you...

Aubrey Wood

December 25, 2005

Hey Mark,

Today is christmasss and well I can officially say I've spent much of my day thinking of you. The first thing we do before we open presents is we go around and say what we are thankful for. Normally in the past I just say family, to get it over with fast and get on with the presents. But this year as with thanksgiving, I realized just how precious friends and family are. I immeadiatly thought of you in my thankful prayer. Even though you are gone, I am forever greatful for the lessons you taught me while you were here about how to be an awesome friend. How to show someone you care, and how to not judge a person. I am greatful for what you teach me now even though you aren't here to vocally voice your opinion. I feel like you give me peace in times of trouble now. I know you are here watching over all of us. I know that you are having the best christmas of all of us cause you are celebrating the birthday of Jesus with Jesus. I'm curious to know how outragous the party is up there and how good the food is. I miss you still and forever, I have not and will never forget you. You were an amazing friend. Thankyou.

Janet Carter

December 25, 2005

Merry Christmas, Mark. Have a wonderful day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. We're thinking about you this season and love you deeply.

Janet Carter

December 16, 2005

Hi Mark. Kristin came home tonight from the hospital. I realized that we don't have to worry about you coming home because you are already home. Our homes here are only temporary. We have eternity to look forward to - as you are already there and already know. I am sure you are smiling down on everyone here. I have a copy of the design I made for you and have it by my computer. I get to see your smiling face everyday. It gives me peace. I think the funniest pictures are the ones of you with a towel on your head. Oh, thanks for the two-thumbs up. We know you're "ok." Love to you, my friend.

Kathryn Lacy

December 12, 2005

Mark,

I hadn't realized that I had yet to write in here. I've tried...but trust me, it's hard. I went to the Pocahontas chorus concert tonight and halfway through the performance it occurred to me that I hadn't been to the school since you died. I started to cry in the middle of the concert, and I'm crying now while reading of everyone's heartache and love for you. Every so often I come back here to read what others have written. It puts a smile on my face (through my tears) when I read of the memories that are so similar to my own. I can't think of a time when I was ever mad at you or disappointed in you. You brightened my days with your goofy smiles, your horrendous singing and your constant jokes.

Before experiencing something like this, I used to think it was odd that people would think of a lost loved one so often. However, I think about you all the time. Sometimes I have to re-trace my thoughts just to understand why you came to mind. And almost always, I realize that I thought of you for no reason other than that I miss you terribly. I think of your face, of our memories and of one of the last pictures on the slideshow they played at your funeral. With Backsreet Boys lyrics playing in the background, I watched your smiling face and I saw the wonderful friend that I managed to take for granted. I didn't see you very often after middle school but I am thankful that I did get to see you about a month before I heard the news. I ran up to you outside of Ben Franklin while you were with your mom. I called you "Muffin" and frankly I think I embarassed you (if that was possible).

I would give anything to see your face or to hear your voice. I've NEVER met anyone like you and I want you to know that you are close to my heart. You were our angel before you were God's and I will forever cherish your memory.

I love you Mark Brennan...

Kathryn

Janet Carter

December 5, 2005

Hi Mark. I heard your voice today for the first time. Your mom gave me your number. You sounded like I thought you would. Thanks for the inspiration on the ad. I worried so much when I was designing it. I wanted it to be perfect for your mom. She continues to amaze and inspire me. It's so good to be able to see your pictures anytime now. Aubrey was a big help getting everything scanned. (Thanks, Aubrey.) Mallory had the final quality assurance check - she has a good eye. (Thanks, Mallory.) I've enjoyed getting to hear all about your friends. No doubt that you are loved.

December 3, 2005

mark

here is where i say, i am sorry. for everything. I am sorry that i never got to know you. I am sorry that I took you being here for granted. I am sorry. I have heard amazing things about you. I look at the picture from saranac everyday.

I miss you. I never even knew you really, but i miss you, and i love you.

Janet Carter

November 25, 2005

Dearest Mark, I can't stop thinking about you. I miss you so much. You, my friend, have made such an enormous impact in my life that I can't even describe it. I see you in my dreams - walking, talking, laughing. I can't wait to see you one day again with our great heavenly father. I wish that I had known you here, but it wasn't meant to be. I've learned so much about you. I love you so much and miss you like crazy. You're in my heart and soul forever. God bless you this Thanksgiving. I am so thankful that you came into my life - only in death - and to know you live in my heart always. Hugs and kisses to you, JC.

November 25, 2005

happy thanksgiving, angel.

what i am thankful for is having a chance to have known you.. having a chance to know someone who could ALWAYS make me or anyone else laugh.

November 19, 2005

younglife camp was NOT the same without you. i didn't stop thinking about you one minute.

but i know you were there...

i miss you more than words can express

Anonymous.

November 14, 2005

Dear Mark:

I think of you every minute of every day and within seconds of waking up. The world is not right without you. Everything is different, nothing will ever be the same for me. I feel so bad all of the time now. Tears come to me at the oddest times. When others are laughing and joyful, it only reminds me of what I have lost in you. I have a constant aching in my heart just to put my arm around you one more time, just to speak a few words to you, to see if I can make you laugh one more time, to help you to get something that you want or need just one last time. But there's nothing that I can do for you anymore, there's nothing that you need anymore. I am trying so hard to remember everything about you, but I just cannot recall all of the details. I wish that I had said more to you that last day before you left, but how was I to know that it would be the last time? God, please give me some rest, just one minute of relief, some comfort here, and forgive me. You were a bright light. I did not know how much until you were gone or what you meant to so many. You really surprised me one last time. Did you really know how much I loved you? I love you Mark.

Aubrey Wood

November 13, 2005

Hey Mark,

Wow... I miss you so much. I get asked probably every day about you. I always say good things. But after one of the conversations today... behind these hazel eyes came on the radio. It was cool. I think about you so much. I zone out in school and just think about allof our memories. I constantly think about how blessed I am to have the memories of our weekend together. I will never forget you steamrolling me and KB in the mornings lol, We always said we were gonna get up early to go do whatever you and feild wanted, but we never did. I remember you making me listen to your music. It was like some metal stuff. It has been so hard without you, it is obvious that this whole thing has effected everyone so different. I know if you were here you would have kept us together and strong in a time like this. Things are sooo different without you... I guess I've come to visit you a couple of times, I will always make time for you. Next time I'll probably skip sunday school to go see you like I did 2 weeks ago. You always did bring out the rebellious side of me.

I Love and Miss you Mark.

November 9, 2005

Oh Mark. I miss you too much for words to express. I know you are up in making everyone laugh, but we need your bright smile down here. I need you to cheer me up.

Rockbridge is in two days. I can't picture even going without you. I know you'll be there in spirit. I'll sing extra loud for you.

I LOVE YOU MARK BRENNAN

Nicole Zawojski

November 8, 2005

hi mark! i thought about you today while i was in the car! first of all i heard behind these hazel eyes which made me laugh because i can still picture you singing along to it as loud as possible just to make everyone around you laugh. Then I was in the van and i could see you in the back squashed against the side because you, matt, and feild had to share the backseats for the car ride back to my house after the mall one day and you were singing avril lavigne. go figure =) and then from being in the car, it made me remember the time that you called me while i was in the car with my dad and told me how bored you were and that you needed something to do. and i apologized... and "offered" to call one of the other guys to tell them that you wanted to hang out with them. you just told me that guys dont call other guys to hang out... and i thought you were funny but weird for saying that and i was like ok? and then i asked you how all the guys hang out with eachother if guys arent allowed to call other guys... and you responded telling me that it just happens... and then my dad told me to tell you to get a job =) i miss those pointless phone calls so much and would do anything to have them back! youre in my thoughts all of the time and your family is in my prayers. i love you mark!

Peyton Moore

November 8, 2005

Hi Mark,

It's Feild's oldest sister Peyton. Just wanted to write and say know how much I have been thinking about you and your family. I have heard a lot of stories about you and have also learned that you have some pretty amazing parents. I know how much you mean to my brother and I just want to thank you for being a part of his life.

Doris Craddock

November 5, 2005

Mark,

Your life was such a blessing to so many.

You are just a breath away, you know how I talk to you at night. You made such a difference in your short life. We will never be the same for having known you and having lost you.

Love and prayers to your precious Mom, sister, brother and Dad.

terri callaway

November 3, 2005

Mark made a real difference in Sarah's life. He was such a good friend and confidant. Sarah felt close to him in that they shared many things like life's destiny and salvation plus funny events. Mark made her laugh. Teens need to laugh. Sarah will always miss Mark, but knows that he is in a much better place. She is so glad to be able to share a portion of life with him and his friends.

Now, she feels like she has made a new "friend" in Mark's mom,Terri. I hope Sarah can be a comfort to her as she is with me in times of hurt.

Thank you Mark,

Terri Callaway

sarah callaway

November 1, 2005

Mark Brennan. you have no idea how much i miss you and how much everyone misses you. You made such a difference in everyones lives and could cheer anyone up when they needed it most. I pray for and kristin everyday. I will never forget the funny hilarious times we had with everyone over the summer. Remember when u and kevin would not stop making fun of me on my trampoline and amber was there. she felt bad for me but u evertually stopped and said u were sorry and gave me your sticky hand. truth was i never really cares at all. by the way i sitll have you "best freind" the rock u found and the mall and told me to keep it for u until the end of the day. well i still have in my purse and its not going anywhere. Know that everyone misses you soso much. o yeah i saw laura mebaine and kelly when me and anor want to go visit you friday it was nice and we had a few good laughs. You were one of the best freinds i have ever had and through tough times no one cheered me up like u dud expecially when u called me at 8 in the morning before u went to the orthodontist to see if i slept well. haha i was so mad u woke me up but really i was happy and it makde me smile, and i know u know that. I would give anything to have u home now...and i sitll call your mom everyonce in a while because that makes me happy too. homeroom is lonley with you unlike last year when u told me i had cancer in my shins everyday. well ill never forget the amazing times we had this summer and spring track i can think of like a billion off the top of my head right now haha. Your one of the best freinds ive ever had ever. and i loved how i could tell u anything. i love you mark sheridan brennen. And i cant tell u enough how many lives you touched and how no one will forget you.

Nicole Zawojski

November 1, 2005

hiii marky-man! i miss you sooo much and pray every day for your family. your mom sent me a letter with some pictures that i gave to her a couple months ago. they made me laugh =) i had my black eye that you made fun of for about 2 weeks in a couple of pictures. i always find myself thinking about you and it almost always makes me laugh yet there are those times when i tear up because of the fun memories. i wish i could still talk to you like i did over the summer all the time on the phone because you always found a way to make me feel better. everyone misses you down here a lot! i love you and miss you!

Izumi Suzuki

November 1, 2005

Mark! It's crazy how in so little of time, we became close and I want to thank you for making this an amazing summer for me. All those times at the pool, your house, Aubrey's...we sure knew how to have a good time comparing our ringtones with eachother. I know that you're in a better place now but at times I want to be selfish and have you back here with us. Please know how much you have affected me and that I can never ever forget you Mark. I love and miss you with all my heart.

November 1, 2005

Hey there Mark,

I miss you so very much. You are constantly on my mind and now in my dreams. It has been beyond tough without you here to be my cheer up person. I have been writing you a letter that I need to go drop off. I know that you are already reading as I have been writing it. I know that you read these, and your myspace page. I know that you are responding to them too, in awesome subtle ways.

I love you and miss you.

November 1, 2005

We miss you Mark. YOu made everyone laugh and now we are sad.

But remembering the good fun we had makes me smile. You must have

been needed in heaven. I am glad to know you Mark. L.B.

October 31, 2005

Wow. That's all I have to say. God works in mysterious but wonderful ways. Ever since you've been gone i've been begging God to see you one last time, to see your smiling face. Last week I got the overwhelming urge to watch the Saranac video. So I did tonight. And guess what? Not only did I get to see your smiling face once? But i got to see it multiple times. And I can watch it everydayyy!!

That helped me.. I still miss you like crazy..but it helped. I will never ever forgive myself for not getting to know you better. You are amazing.

How am I sopossed to go to Rockbridge without you? It will not be the same. At all.

I miss you. PLEASE ask God to come home. I know He loves you and Jaimee up there, Y'all are the best angels... but I don't think i can stand the pain of being away from y'all.

October 27, 2005

Please help Alex up there...

Love you mark.

can you come home now??

October 27, 2005

Mark, I picture you in heaven playing practical jokes on the other angels and making God smile. We miss you

October 23, 2005

Hey mark.

Last week at club we sang Amazing Grace--the same version we sung at club on the last day at saranac. I couldn't help to start tearing up, but i know you wouldn't want that. I know you were there...i could feel you. Rockbridge is in 18 days and i know you would be going....

i'm still just waiting to wake up from this nightmare...

I love you mark brennan. I didn't even know you very well, but i love you.

Kimmie Freeze

October 18, 2005

mark! god i miss you so much! this is been the first time ive actully gotten the courage to read your guestbook, ive been trying so hard to tell myslef that your not really gone but today i decided to face reality. I remember skipping photography and going to your lunch table where i would film u making hand puppets and the time we watched batman retuns even thou it was by far the worst movie ive ever seen but i would watch it a million more times just to see you. Also when me u renee and Laura bought those green stars at the movies haha. Im blessed to have even known u much less be your friend I wish we could have hung out more but hte times that i was wish you i will cherish forever. A few weeks ago lauren and i went to go visit you and somehow walked right up to where you were. We now understand the meaning of so close but so far away. I was right next to you mark... but for some reason it didnt feel right...By the ways its young life night dont forget! im sure your with everyone in spirit i love you mark and miss you more than anything please come back

Zach Bauer

October 13, 2005

Hey, seems just like yesterday we were in home room at PMS. Sorry I haven't seen you since 8th grade. We'll miss you man.

Sheri Dickerson

October 11, 2005

Terri, I've been thinking about you a lot today, although it seems there isn't a day that goes by that I don't. You've been through so much and I know each day must present new challenges for you. Through it all, you've remained strong with your children's best interests at heart. They know you love them and that will help them cope with their loss. I hope you know that you have friends who love you too. Take good care of yourself and never hesitate to ask for help. You'd have a line at your door ready and willing. Sometimes we just need to be told what to do! :)

October 8, 2005

Not a day goes by that I don't think of Mark and pray for his family and friends. May God bind all our wounds and give us peace, love and strength for each new day to do His will. Terri, please know how many people love you and are here to support you in whatever way we can. May you see more sunshine and hope in each new day.

October 8, 2005

Mark, You are missed so much. We are all better off because we knew you. Your life made a difference. Please continue to watch over your Mom, little sister and brother with your band of angels. You will NEVER be forgotten.

October 3, 2005

Mark will never be forgotten. He was an amazing person and you are a special family. You're in so many people's thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and give you strength.

September 26, 2005

What a nice friend Mark was. I will miss him. I am sorry.

September 26, 2005

I did not know Mark that well but he was in a few of my classes. I was so shocked when I heard he had died. My prayers are with all his family and friends at this difficult time

September 26, 2005

We attended the ceremony yesterday at the swim club in Fox Hall and were so happy to see the enthusiastic friends and neighbors there. It was such a great idea to get the benches on the Tennis Courts in Mark and Jaimee's Honor. It means so much to the young people in the neighborhood and the parents also. We were moved by the neighborhood's love for both youngsters. They were both pretty special rolemodels. We love all of you and pray every day for your well-being.

The neighbors.

Christie Lebling

September 21, 2005

The Brennan Family,

We did not know Mark however our daughter attends DRHS, our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

The Lebling family

September 20, 2005

My sister was good friends of marks, are thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

Stasia Norton

September 15, 2005

Hi Terri,

Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you everyday and praying for you. Be strong girl.

Stasia

Diane Muska

September 15, 2005

Dear Terri,

Just wanted to let you know that all of you are being lifted up in prayer, please let me know if I can help in any way.

Love, Diane

Stasia Norton

September 13, 2005

Terri and family,

We pray for you and your family everyday and may God Bless each of you. We miss Mark dearly. He was like my third son to me. Alex and Mark have a very special friendship since they were 5 years old and in Kindergarten. They are best friends and I know he misses him very much. They have lots of great memories together and the 5 pack had a fun summer together. Mark always made everyone laugh and was a joy to be around. You never know what he was going to say.

Just wanted to let you know that when I took the 5 boys down to the beach together, they had so much fun. They all ran to the beach to get in the water and ran back because it was freezing cold and all 5 of them got in the outside shower together. I never laughed so hard. It will always be a wonderful memory for me. I can still hear them all in my car singing off tune and Mark yelling each time he saw a Bojangles Restaurant sign. It was so funny.

I know he is in a wonderful place in heaven and just smiling down on everyone. Remember we are with you at all times and praying for you.

Love, Stasia Norton and family

- the lanes

September 13, 2005

Hang in there Terri. Many, many people care and are lifting you up.

Diane Muska

September 8, 2005

Terri,

You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. The Healing Service was beautiful and of course the Brennans and the Beales were especially lifted in prayer. May the love and support of your friends with God's grace give you the strength you need at this most difficult time. Remember I am only a phone call away at any time.

Love,

Diane

Linda Turner

September 8, 2005

Terri & family, My heart aches every minute of the day thinking of your loss. Mark was an important part of Matt's life and we loved him dearly. He enriched our lives in so many ways and I am so grateful for the many precious and funny memories he gave us. Please know that you have the support and caring of so many.

Love Linda Turner

Gene,Lynne, Jena,Chase Demestre

September 6, 2005

To the Brennan family our deepest regret at such a terrible loss. Mark was a great kid that I had the great pleasure of briefly knowing as our kids went through Nuckels Farm and the FoxHall community. Our prayers are with you.

Tammy Hinkle

September 6, 2005

Terri, I think of you every day. I am sure this was an especially difficult day for all of you on this the first day of school. I wish there was something I could do to take the pain away. Please call me if there is anything at all I can do.

The funneral was well done. I will never forget all of the funny stories Mark's friends and Mallory shared...they all did such a great job speaking. It sounds like Mark was a very funny guy....I wish I had the chance to know him as a teenager. I am here for you day or night.

Love, Tammy

Jan DeBaugh

September 5, 2005

Although we've never met, my daughter, Erin Mayberry, works for Dr. Paul White, and a very close friend, Gail Natella, both told me of the tragic loss of your beloved Mark. I feel your anquish and pain as I lost my youngest daughter, Kattie, then 21, to a car accident last year. May your faith in God and the love for Mark sustain you during this difficult time. If I can help you in any way, please, please let me know. May God give you strength and comfort.

Jan O'Connell DeBaugh

John Parler

September 4, 2005

We have never met to the best of my knowledge. But as a fellow member of Christ Church I am reminded of the words of scripture concerning the body of Christ... "When one member suffers, all suffer." Please know that your entire family is in the thoughts and prayers of those whom you have never met. As never before, may the peace of the Lord be with you.

Diane Muska

September 4, 2005

Dear Mark, Terri, Mallory and Will,

I am so very sorry for your loss of your wonderful brother and son. The pain you feel right now is so unbearable but with God's help, time and the constant love and support of your friends and family you will be able to remember the good times you had with Mark and the joy he brought not only into your lives but the lives of everyone he touched.

Mallory, you are so strong and brave to have spoken on Wednesday and to be so eloquent about your brother.

Terri, if you need anything, any time, please remember I am just a phone call away. Mark was very fortunate to have such a loving, caring and wonderful mother.

May God's love and the support of the Christchurch community sustain you during this difficult time.

Love,

Diane

September 3, 2005

To the Brennan's:

I remember Mark when he was a very small boy and he would attend the same play group as my granddaughter, Jaimee. God must have needed both of them for something far bigger than we can imagine. The wonderful memories may be all we have now but we are grateful to have them. It is better than never having had anyone so beautiful and precious.

Hang on the smile, the laughter and the love that Mark shared with so many. Stay strong as you can, even though time seems suspended for months. Just get through each day, one day at a time, knowing that there has to be a better place and Mark and Jaimee are there far too early for our own measure, but sometimes we must have faith that there is a bigger plan. We are very sorry for your pain. It is inconceivable. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda and Hank Kellermann

Katie Hirtz

September 3, 2005

Mark, I know that you will be missed deeply by my entire family. I will always remember the fun times we shared on the bus and with Axe and sillystring. You were a great person and I know that you will hold big warm spot in not only my heart, but everyone else's as well.

Marti Lazear

September 3, 2005

To the Brennan Family:

Just two weeks before Mark's death, I met Mark for what seemed like the very first time. I can't help but wonder why after six years of living just steps away, I met him to ask for his help just days before his death. I choose to believe that he was meant to act as a reminder for me of all that is precious and important in life, and that his life had meaning in ways that weren't even able to be imagined at the time.

At his funeral I couldn't help but put myself in the shoes of a parent, a sibling or a friend, and feel the pain and loss that all of those around Mark were feeling. But the way that those around him spoke of him, it was so clear to me that his impact on life was one of joy and happiness, not sorrow or regret. While the impact of his death is profound and deeply sad to those that knew him well, and to even those who only touched his life briefly, it will be in his honor that I remember to laugh and appreciate each day to its fullest and find the ways to find laughter instead of tears through this and all the days of my life.

I am sure that so many people search for a way to make a difference in times like this for those that are left behind. It is with compassion, sincerity and commitment that I offer to you any help and support that you may need, both now and in the months and years to come, as you deal with your loss. Like others, I cannot express how genuinely touched I have been by this whole event and want you to know that you are all deeply entrenched in my thoughts and prayers.

With love,

Marti

Eric

September 2, 2005

Mark, you were my friend in elementary school, middle school, and we were becoming friends again this summer. I'll never forget all the memories we had together, from trying to sleep in a tent in your backyard to playing ping pong at Lake Saranac. You were a great friend to me, and i was honored to know you and be your friend. There will never be a person as nice and as funny as you were. I know you are having fun up in heaven with God now, and i know that this is all part of God's great plan.

Mrs. Brennan, thank you for your son. He was one of my best friends, and I only wish that i could have known him better these last few weeks. Thank you for giving me the honor of being one of Mark's pallbearers, it truly made me feel like I was a real part of Mark's life. I have a verse that I want to share with you that helped me:

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." Reveltaions 21:4

I am praying for all of you every night, I'll never forget one of my greatest friends, Mark Brennan

Helen Hess

September 2, 2005

To the Brennan Family:

I worked with Mark when he was a page for the Virginia House of Delegates. He was always congenial, helpful, quietly humorous, and polite--everything a page should be. You have my deepest sympathy and are in my prayers.

May God grant you peace.

September 2, 2005

mark you were a great guy, jaimee's probably up there showing you around...you are truely missed

Barrie Woodington, Jr

September 2, 2005

Mark:

I've known you since I can remember. You were my first friend--and though we never saw each other much, you were one of my best friends. There's a lot of things I'd like to say to you I regret not having the courage to say to you when you still with us. You were a great guy and you could always make me laugh, no matter what we were talking about. I'll miss not being able to talk to you at 3 AM in the summer. Sometimes, even though I know you're gone, I feel like you're right next to me. You'll always be with me.

Mark, Terri, Mallory and Will--

You're in our deepest thoughts and strongest prayers. Anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask. We all love you and are here for you.

--The Woodingtons

Sandra Pointer

September 1, 2005

Mark,

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your son. May your memories sustain you and your family during this time and in the days to come. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rachel Matt

September 1, 2005

Mark,

I will miss you so much. Although I'm upset to have lost you I'm happy that I was able to spend time with you. I will never forget our times at the lunch table or in math class. And of course I will never forget when you and Jay attacked us with Axe. You sang to me so many times. Sometimes with Jay and sometimes alone but always off key. Thank you for being my friend and thank you for being you. I will miss you so much.

Love,

Rachel

The Brennan Family,

I'm very sorry for your loss. But take comfort in the fact that your son was loved by so many and that he loved you and every other human on this planet so much. I will keep your family in my prayers.

John Mills

September 1, 2005

Well Mark, I know that everyone that ever knew you can agree that you had a phenominal life, lived to the absolute fullest. And even though you're in the most righteous place in the universe, I think we all selfishly want you back down here with us.

Even though I only really knew you through middle school tennis, I can honestly say that you brought life and spirit to our team, and I'm proud to have gripped your racquet whenever you thought it was wearing thin, haha.

We all miss you, and look forward to seeing you again someday.

Godspeed bud.

John Bucco

September 1, 2005

Mark and family,

Very sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for all of you. Nothing can take the place of your loss, but I hope you find the comfort needed in your family and friends.

John, Wanda, Daniel, and Nicholas Sensibaugh

August 31, 2005

You and your family our in hearts and prayers. May God bless you, be with you. and comfortyou now and always.

Lauren Caradonna

August 31, 2005

The Brennan Family:

I can not even begin to imagine the loss you have experienced...but over the past couple of days after watching your family receive everybody who came to call so warmly and gratefully, I couldn't help but be impressed with all of you.

Together, you raised an amazing child who touched soo many lives- you can be comforted by the fact that Mark indeed does live within everyone of our hearts.

The parents:

My advice for both of you wonderful people is to stay strong--stay strong for the two beautiful children you have, and stay strong and ready for that day when you will be reunited with your son. There's a bible verse I want to share with you:

"Sing praise to the Lord, you saints of His, and give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name. For his anger is but for a moment, His favor IS for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning." Psalms 30:4-5

Stay strong and keep on walking with the Lord.

Mallory and Will:

I never had the pleasure of getting to know you when I knew Mark; you both are amazing children. Mallory-you are a role model for courage and you have so much love in your heart. Will-you have such a bright future ahead of you--I can see you'll be an athlete like your brother was--so don't be afraid to get involved. I hope I will be able to see you two again.

Once again, I want to thank your family for the strength you showed, and don't forget--it's always ok to cry-but you don't want to cry because it's over...smile because it happened.

Love,

Lauren

(Mark's 6th grade English class with Mrs. D'Alessandro)

Carl+Robin Sabel

August 31, 2005

Mark and Terri,

While no one can know the pain you are suffering, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness.

Our deepest sympathy to you on the tragic loss of your son, Mark.

Aileen & Pat Hannigan

August 31, 2005

Dear Terri & Mark,

Our hearts go out to you. Mark was all the best of both of you rolled into one beautiful child. Celebrate the joy he was. Try not to dwell on the "whys"...they are not for us to know.

All our love, Aileen, Pat, Megan & Michael

Stephanie Knight

August 31, 2005

Mark,

you were an awesome person to be around.ive known you since 3rd grade and i feel blessed that you were my friend. you were always in one of my classes and im glad that you were in one of my classes last year for one last time. you were my only friend in that class cause we were the only ones from pms so we talked after every class, you would be like stephanieeee! and id be like markkkkk! now it makes me sad that youll never be in one of my classes again but you'll always be in my thoughts.i no ur looking down on all of us always. Rest in Peace mark brennan.

Deborah McVeigh

August 31, 2005

We were so sad to hear about the tragic loss of your son, Mark. My heart breaks for everyone in your family. May God give you the stength to continue. Remember that your family and friends are there to help you and that Mark will always be remembered.

Prayfully,

Bill, Deb, Kyle and Ryan McVeigh

Steven Palkovitz

August 31, 2005

Dear Brennan family: What a tragic event; I can only imagine what you are going through. My family and I were at the Eaton Ferry Marina having lunch when the rescue boat brought your son in from the water. The rescue folks worked hard to save him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry for your loss.

Deb Minnick

August 31, 2005

Dear Mark,

I was deeply saddened by the loss of your son - I can only remember him as a young boy from our early WRMOT days, but I'm certain he brought tremendous joy and laughter into your life over the years. Hold those precious memories close to your heart, and please know that you and your family will continue to be in our prayers.

Krys Meier

August 31, 2005

May God's blessings be with you and your family as you deal with the loss of your son, Mark. Time may heal the pain, but I'm sure wonderful memories of your son will be with you always.

Rick O'Brien

August 31, 2005

Mark,

We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Rick, Valerie, Kevin, Michael, and Eric

Christine Martin

August 31, 2005

No one knows what to say. Everyone aches for your family. Mark was a wonderful young man with a bright future. We remember him fondly from Pocahontas wrestling. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Chris, Dave, Scott, Lindsay, Joe, and Will Martin

Karen Covaney-Newman

August 31, 2005

My deepest sympathys to you and your entire family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Jim & Sarah Norris

August 31, 2005

Terri, Mark & family-

Our deepest smpathies are with all of you. Please know that you are in our prayers during this difficult time.

Kim Simpson

August 31, 2005

Brennan Family,

Although I do not know your family, as a parent of a 15 year old and having lost my own brother, I know the pain right now is unbearable. Know that he is with the Lord and will be watching over you every day. Keep your faith and your memories close. My family's prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Kevin Van Natta

August 31, 2005

Mark, Thank you for being a great friend to my son Nathan. I know he cherished your company during all those wrestling practices at school. This whole community will miss you. Now that you are with our Lord, please watch over us.

sara harpster

August 31, 2005

Mark,

you were such a good friend to everyone. you are soo missed. everyone here loves you. i miss the middle shcool days. sorry we didnt talk much after middle school. watch over everyone with jamiee please? rest in peace.

god bless

Chase Phillips

August 30, 2005

Well Mark, we went through a lot together. From surviving Senor Russo's class to the giant cake fight, we had fun. I will never forget the memories that you gave me, and will cherish them for the rest of my life. May you rest in peace.

Gabriela Vizcaino

August 30, 2005

Mark- may you rest in peace... you will be missed so much

god bless...

Elizabeth Feuerstein

August 30, 2005

Mark- I was talking to Katie today and I was telling her, "remember that time we all hung out together and Mark scared us?" Whenever I think about you, I will always remember that night.A whole bunch of us got together and went on a walk and talked. You and Alex jumped out at us and sprayed us with silly string. We had so much fun that night. Thats what I remember when I think of you, your humor and how you were always smiling. I know God took you from us because he needed you. It makes me feel better because now I have another guardian angel. I wish I had gotten to be better of friends, but I don't regret what little time we spent together.

The Brennans- You are in my prayers. I hope you are looking at what a wonderful life Mark lived and how proud he made you. I'm sure he is staring down at y'all and smiling. God Bless.

Love,

Liz

Lori Krenik

August 30, 2005

Brennan family,

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We only knew Mark from watching him wrestle at Pocahontas, but he seemed to be a fine young man. No one can fathom your grief, but please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you ...

Mike, Lori and Matthew Krenik

ann smith

August 30, 2005

my thoughts and prayer's are with each and everyone of you.(a careing parent)

Karen Anderson

August 30, 2005

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen and Jon Anderson

Bruce Slough

August 30, 2005

We are greatly saddened with the loss your son Mark. Your beautiful family has been a great source of joy for us. Know that you are in our thoughts and most earnest prayers. The Slough Family.

Tony Brown

August 30, 2005

Will

Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family

Tony Brown

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