Bernard "Bernie" Brennan Monaca, Pennsylvania Obituary

Bernard "Bernie" Brennan

Bernard "Bernie" Brennan, 73, of Center Twp. passed away Tuesday May 14, 2018 in Beaver Elder Care, Hopewell Twp. Born May 14, 1945 in Rochester, Pa. He was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Brannigan) Brennan. Bernie was a devoted member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church, Center Twp., a US Army veteran having served his country in the Vietnam War, a graduate of St. Veronica High School, a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus, an active member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society and a member of the Holy Name Society. Bernie previously work at LTV Steel, Aliquippa and for the former Center School District. Bernie received the Fr. Marcus O'Brien Award from Bishop Zubik for this charitable work. Close to Bernie's heart was his affiliation with St. Vincent DePaul Society and spending countless hours for the need of others. Bernie is survived by his sister and brother in law Anna Marie and William Mauro, Ivyland, Pa, 3 nieces and their spouses Beth and Ed Barry, Jennifer and Eric Ehresman, Molly and Frank Manney, a nephew Gregory Mauro and his wife Cathy, 6 grand nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, and extended family in Ireland and Australia. Bernie was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Joseph and Kevin Brennan. Friends will be received Friday May 18, 2018 from 6-7pm in the Tatalovich Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., www.tatalovichfuneralhome.com, 3475 Brodhead Rd., Monaca (Center Twp.). Additional visitation will be held at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church, Center Twp. on Saturday May 19, 2018 from 8:30 am until the time of Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 am. Fr. Martin Bartel will officiate. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Hopewell Twp. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Bernie's name to: Special Olympics 200 Cedar Ridge Dr. #214, Pittsburgh, Pa 15205. Bernie war rarely seen without a camera. He was counted on to record every meaningful family event. He was a kind hearted man who was always willing to help others.
May 14, 1945 - May 14, 201805/14/194505/14/2018
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Nancy Yates
May 30, 2018
i just saw this obit today. i have been a volunteer at Beaver Meadows for about 2 1/2 years. i just ADORED Bernie! he could be loud and seem gruff, but he was a big ol' teddy bear.
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Katrina
May 18, 2018
In loving memory of cousin Bernie. We have many happy and fond memories of his visits to the Brannigan homestead. He was a true gentleman who loved and was proud of his Irish roots. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace. Always remembered by... Continue Reading
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Hugh Corrigan
May 18, 2018
Sorry to hear of the death of cousin Bernie. Fond memories of spending time with him on his many visits to Ireland. Condolences to all the family.. May he Rest In Peace. St Patrick pray for him.
Hugh Rosemary Corrigan and Family (Galbally, Co Tyrone, Ireland)
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Andrina
May 18, 2018
Sorry to hear of the death of cousin Bernie. May he rest in peace. Bernie enjoyed tracing the family tree and spent many happy days in Ireland doing so. We remember his visits to Sessiadonaghy with fondness.
Sincere condolences to his family. St. Patrick pray for him. Fr... Continue Reading
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Loughlin Maguire
May 18, 2018
Sorry to hear of cousin Berrnard death. Fond memorys when he visted Ireland on many occasions.

Annette (McNulty) John Shauna Enda Loughlin and Niamh (Derrylin Co,Fermanagh)
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Katrina
May 18, 2018
Happy times in Brannigans Co. Tyrone
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Nora
May 17, 2018
Sorry to hear about cousin Bernie. He visited the island of Ireland numerous times and we shared very happy memories. St Vincent pray for him. Sincerest regards Nora Mc Nulty/Ward & Ward family mullaslin carrickmore Co Tyrone)
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Marie Conway
May 17, 2018
Bernie Brennan, Brigid McGurk, Tom Mc Nulty, Patsy McGurk
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Marie Conway
May 17, 2018
Sorry to hear of cousin Bernie's death. We have fond memories of Bernie when he came to Ireland. St Vincent De Paul pray for him . Cousin Marie (McNulty) Conway and family.
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Conor
May 17, 2018
It is with great sorrow that we learn of the death of cousin Bernard. May he rest in peace, sympathy to his sister and brothers.

From cousin Colette Duff county Tyrone Ireland
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