Virginia 'Jean' Brennan, 83; Greenwich Resident Who Volunteered at The Nathaniel Witherell for 35 Years

From Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home.

Virginia “Jean” Brennan passed away peacefully in her home in Greenwich on March 30, at the age of 83.

She was married to Dennis J. Brennan for 42 years when he passed away in 2002.

She is survived by her daughters, Denise Brennan and Carol Brennan-Smith, son-in-law Robin Smith and her two beloved grandsons, Ryan and Jamie Smith.

She is predeceased by her parents, William and Adele Carroll, her husband, Dennis J. Brennan and her two brothers, William and Richard Carroll.

Jean devoted herself to her family and friends and will always be remembered for her selflessness and tremendous strength. Her quick wit, gift of gab and compassion for helping others will be deeply missed.
Early in life she worked in the Finance Department at Jamaica Refrigeration in Queens, New York where she met her husband. After getting married and having children, she stayed at home to raise them and enjoyed volunteering at school. Her love for people spanned all generations, with a fondness for the elderly, especially the residents of Nathaniel Witherell, where she volunteered for more than 35 years. She derived great pleasure from visiting those who did not have family and sneaking treats to those who had a sweet tooth.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Gallagher Funeral Home, 31 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 6, 2015 at 10:00 am at St. Roch Church, 10 Saint Roch Avenue, Greenwich, CT. Interment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, 399 North Street, Greenwich, CT.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Roch Church, Nathaniel Witherell’s Patient Trust Fund or a charity of choice.