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Charles Brennan Obituary

Charles Brennan died on March 28, 2019 at home, he was 88.

He was Chief and CEO of Brennan Oil, which has served the community since 1923. He honorably took over the business of Brennan Oil in 1950.

Charlie was a proud Marine, serving in the Korean War. When he was asked how he wanted to be remembered, he said "I came, I did, I went!"

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joanne and his 6 children: Judith Brennan-Schmidt, Dennis (Tami) Brennan, Kelly (Michelle) Brennan, Kevin (Shanna) Brennan, Charley (Christie) Brennan and Kegan (Aimee) Brennan; grandchildren: Jason (Dixie), Noah, Jeremiah (Kathleen), Aisylin, Alexa, Kolten, Mathew, Mallory, Whitney, Joe and James; great grandchildren: Baylie and Grady.

Contributions may be made in Charlie's name to a charity of your choice.

Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 10am. Interment to follow church service, with military honors at Greenmount Cemetery and reception will be held after services, from 11:30am-4pm at the VFW Post#4031, 1550 Main Ave., Durango.

Published by The Durango Herald on Mar. 29, 2019.
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Kevin, so sorry to hear about your dad, you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a very sweet man. Brenda Jones

April 5, 2019

Our heartfelt thoughts and Prayers go out to the family of Charlie Brennan, during their time of sorrow over Charlie's passing on to God's great reward. To those who knew him Charlie was and always will be someone to look up to, debate with, haggle with, share a joke with, ( usually over a cup of coffee). Most of all Charlie was the most loving and forgiving man I ever knew. May he Rest in Peace.

Carolyn and David Jones

Carolyn Jones

April 5, 2019

Joanne, our heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family. We were SO looking forward to seeing Charley and you at our 70th class reunion in June!! Charley was a very special person and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Carol and Frank Pinkerton

April 4, 2019

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Carol & Frank Pinkerton

April 4, 2019

My deepest condolences to the Brennan family, as you all know, your father was a very kind and honest person. A legacy he has passed on to his family. My prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.

Marcella Gomez

Marcella Gomez

April 4, 2019

Cliff Dalseide

April 3, 2019

a loved one

April 2, 2019

My sincere condolences to the Brennan family. Charlie was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, employer, community contributor and most importantly to me, my friend. Charlie will sorely be missed by all who had the pleasure and honor of knowing him.

Mark Larson

April 2, 2019

Prayers of comfort and peace for your family. Charlie was truly a good man and always kept me in line! I enjoyed our bantering when I'd see him at the office or in town, so ornery - but so kind! It was an honor to know him and call him my friend. The "Last of the Rat Pack"...

Donna Rogers

April 2, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family,may you find comfort in the God of all comfort during this difficult time

April 2, 2019

I never saw Mr. Brennan without a smile, usually after he made a joke or comment that went right to the point. He often made me laugh at his quick comebacks and twinkling eyes. I met him through his grandson Jason and at his many places of business. I will miss him and thank you all for the years of smiles he brought.

Ann Perkins-Parrott

April 2, 2019

We are so very saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. He and Joanne were our dear friends and we always enjoyed their company. Our prayers and love are with you Joanne and your entire family.

Leonel & Ilean Silva

April 1, 2019

What a fabulous and giving man Charlie was for this community.He was a great athlete as were all of his boys. Playing baseball with him and then coaching all the boys was such a thrill. Charlie was so proud of Joanne and all of the kids as he should be. The legacy of the Brennan family will continue and Charlie will be greatly missed.
Ward and Wardine Lee

April 1, 2019

Such an icon in Durangoi!! Mr Brennan will be truly missed. Our deepest condolences to Joanne and family. Love and prayers. Bob and Karen Gomez family

Karen Gomez

April 1, 2019

A fine man goes to his final reward. We will miss you Charlie!
Patrick Jones

April 1, 2019

So sorry for your loss. He was a god, good man. God bless him and all of you!
Barbara Seale Sammons

March 31, 2019

So sorry for your loss--such a wonderful man who was so kind and generous to our family over the years. Thinking of all of you.

Dave Haukeness

March 31, 2019

I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am at the passing of Charlie.
I enjoyed talking with him & being neighbors with Charlie & Joanne for several years. He always loved it when we went fishing & gave him fresh trout.
You all will be in my thoughts & prayers & have my deepest sympathy.

Robyn Patrick

March 31, 2019

So sorry to hear about Mr Brennan passing. He was a great man and I have many good memories of him and his family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May peace be with you at this time.Susan Garcia and Family.

Susan Garcia

March 30, 2019

Kevin, Keegan and family. So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Remember the good times he had with all of you, Memories last forever. Charlie was a good man and supported so much all of you were involved in. Durango is lucky to have the Brennan's as part of there history.

Suzi Walden

March 30, 2019

I want to send my condolences to all of the Brennan's they have been the best employers I have ever worked for and Mr Brennan Rip you gave me a lot of scares when you called to tell me to turn off the lights you were a very wonderful caring man fly with the angels Sr. And God give your family strength to get through this sadness May god bless them all

Debbra Landaverde

March 30, 2019

Peace to JoAnne and the family. Durango has lost a good man, will miss Charley.

Jack Shilaikis

March 30, 2019

Rest and God's speed my friend

Art Schneyer

March 30, 2019

Good memories of Charlie when we lived in Durango. May his family and friends have God's Peace. Thinking of you all. Roger and Mary Miller

Roger Miller

March 30, 2019

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