John Brennan Obituary

I was very fortunate to know Gunner Brennan , while his NCOIC on Charlie Line at PISC in 1967, after returning from my first tour in Vietnam.
John was an excellent mentor and Marine. Recently I obtained a complete copy of my SRB and found his performance write ups, on me.
In 1968 while back in Vietnam I saw John at Division, and he asked me to come to his Sniper Unit. I refused only because, I had obligations to my assigned Plt. In 2/1.

John will be remembered by all, as a “Great Man “. RIP my Dear Friend!

My fellow Marine brother, your guidance and direction throughout our friendship will be deeply missed. I will always be in gratitude to you for being the sincere friend, that anyone could have.
Rest.now Gunner, you have trained you Marines well!
I plan on visiting you at your resting place this November 2014.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and Nancy.
Miss you already buddy!

John E Brennan, was a wonderful human being to his Marines. I had the Honor to serve with him in 1967 On Charlie Line as a Weapons Training Instructor. John at once started molding me into an effective and resourceful Sergeant E-5 on his line.
When I went to play football at Quantico he always kept in touch giving me guidance. When I returned to Vietnam in 1968 I saw John at 1st Marine Division Headquarters, and he tried to get me to join his pride and joy, Sniper School.
John will always be remembered by me, as a great Marine. I will surely miss our life long conversations. Bye my friend, I miss you. SSgt Tom Stormy Matteo. [email protected]

On behalf of the purple heart chapter # 1948 in beaufort I would like to send our prayers for you and the family

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort grant you peace at this difficult time.

My condolences to John's family and friends. In the early days of organized men's and women's softball, and volleyball on HHI, back in the early 70's, John was the go to guy for officials.

The Brennan Family;
So sorry to learn of John's passing. Rodger my husband and I knew John and admired him. Rodger was in the Marine Corp with him and I new him from softball and Guntown. Prayers to you and may God Grace you during this time of transition.

Nancy, we just heard of your families loss of a great man. He was loved by all the employees here at PostNet. He will be greatly missed. If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to call.

Nancy and family
My prayers go out to all of you Addie Schaad

Nancy- Joan and I, Mom and our family are so sad hear that you and your family lost Wings. He was a true American hero who devoted his life to his country,his beautiful wife, and his family. 61 years! Wow! You are all in our prayers.

Nancy, it's been a long, long, time ago. But I Marianne Zaicek Malone lived at 154 Deyester Street when Wings was courting you. I was the youngest child of my family, I remember him as being so outgoing and friendly with the neighborhood children which I was, I thought you two were awesome for each other, you so friendly and he so outgoing. I was so happy for you both. I was born in 1943 so do the math, I don't know how old I was then, but I did know you were a great couple. I'm so happy you had so many happy years together. I now live in Sarasota, Fl. with my husband, Tom Malone. What a wonderful man and a great wife.

Dear Nancy and Family, So sorry about Wings, I have to say he was the best dancer around, remember "Dancing on the Green". You and your family are in my prayers. Ann Quain Maccabee

Irish eyes are proud for all of us who were honored to know and serve with Jack whether on Charlie range, the basketball court, or on security duty. A life well lived. Semper Fi Mac.

A "Marine's Marine" whose cheerful, positive outlook will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will live in my memory with the familiar command, "Batter UP!"

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers .

God Bless to the Brennan and Mattox family.

My heart goes out to you all.
Hang on to the beautiful memories as they will help ease the pain in time.
In my prayers & thoughts. God Bless,
Kem Marion Priebe

The passing of this great Gentleman will be felt by all who ever met him.

Semper Fi Gunner. "As one Marine to another, you set the example for all Marines to follow!!!" As you are checking posts at the Pearly Gates in Heaven and give all the fellow Marines a big OOORAAH! Our deepest sympathies to all the Family!! Sgtmaj Chuck and Janie Altizer, USMC (Ret) 57-86

Coleen, We're so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this very difficult time. Much love to you and your family.

My deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of their loss. As one soldier to another. You will be missed by all that knew you..So glad to have been able to call you friend.Semper Fi.

I am so sorry to hear about a great friend that I met many,many years ago. It was on Parris Island and I am not sure of the first time but when I returned he was on "CHARLIE LINE".I just visited a former Marine at the Victory House a few weeks ago and if I would have known john was there I would have visited him. Us OLD guy's always called him "GUNNER" as he deserved to be called that. The last time I saw him was at the dump site on Castle-Rock and Grober hill road and that was a long time ago so my rememberance of him will be then as he was the same person I met years ago. His saying "ONCE A MARINE,ALWAYS A MARINE" is still us old timers way of life. I would like for the family to accept my condolence and to "GUNNER" Semper-Fi, DO or DIE" Robert E. Williams
SgtMaj,USMC, (RET)
Beaufort S.C.

I am so sorry to hear of Wings passing. He was a great guy and a wonderful man to know. My deepest sympathy to you, Nan, and your family. I'll keep you in my prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. Mr. Brennan was such a good man and he always had a kind word and a big hug for me whenever I saw him and Mrs. Brennan. He will be missed by all that knew him.

My deepest sympathy to you and all the family in your loss of "WINGS". He was a great guy and I'm sure will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

Never met a stranger is right. He was a great man to me, if he saw me somewhere is wasn't just going to be a "hi" it was going to be a conversation. I grew up with Brennans all around me and counted them as great friends just as my entire family did. My late father, Red Marion, a fellow Marine, thought the world of Mr. Brennan as well.

Sir,thank you for your service to your country and your community. May you find peace and comfort with the Lord !

Laurie and Ian , We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss. We just want y'all to know that we love y'all very much and that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Mr. Brennan came into my life 7 years ago and always opened his arms and heart to me. I enjoyed many Christmas holidays at the Brennans, and as the newest member of their family, he made me feel like one of his own children. He dearly referred to me as "Cecil" and would sing the Simon & Garfunkel song "Oh Cecilia" to me whenever we visited. I will miss Mr. Brennan and his smile! My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Brennan and the family during this difficult time.