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James R. Brennan

April 29, 1928 - August 18, 2025

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Obituary For James R. Brennan

Age 97, of Carrick, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025.

Beloved husband of 60 years to the late Lois J. (Karl) Brennan; loving father of Mary Brennan of Mt. Lebanon, Patricia (Paul) Worstell of Columbus, OH, James P. (Kimberly) Brennan of Upper St. Clair, Mark S. Brennan of Bethel Park and Linda (Manuel) Torres of McMurray; cherished Pop Pop of Patrick (Craig), Katie (Matthew), Kelley (Sean), Daniel (Caitlin) and Connor; proud great-grandfather of his two great-granddaughters, Penelope "Penny" and Brennan; son of the late Thomas and Mary Brennan; brother of the late Thomas Brennan; uncle of Tommy, Kathleen and the late Terry.

Jim was the proud recipient of the MVP Award with the North Catholic High School State Champion basketball team. Though Jim was invited to The Brooklyn Dodgers Baseball Camp, he decided to attend college instead. He went on to earn a basketball scholarship to Niagara University in Niagara, NY, from which he graduated. After college, Jim served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Following his service, he built a career with Equitable Gas Company in Pittsburgh, working in labor relations for more than 30 years until his retirement.

He was a lifelong member of VFW Post #1810 and a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (Division 1, South Hills). Above all, Jim was a faithful Catholic and a devoted family man.

Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 10:00. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Catherine Labouré Parish, St. Louise de Marillac Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment, with full military honors, will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. If desired, family suggests contributions to AOH Division 1 South Hills, 260 Inglewood Drive, Pittsburgh PA 15228 or VFW Post #1810, 3801 Saw Mill Run Boulevard, Brentwood, PA 15227.

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  • August 21, 2025

    Cathy

    My deepest condolences, Jim, Kim and family: you are the legacy that Mr. Brennan left to all who benefit from knowing you. May he rest in peace and watch over you always! And may you find comfort in all the love, laughter and warmth shared. My deepest condolences, - Cathy Bazan-Arias

  • August 20, 2025

    Pete Ferraro

    Jim was a special individual. Always with a smile on his face and a positive attitude. I interviewed with Jim in 1964 At Equitable Gas and thank him for 35 years of service. We played golf together on several occasions and enjoyed his company. I always kidded him about him hiring me since I was a North Catholic graduate. Rest in pease my friend...God bless you and your family. Pete Ferraro

  • August 19, 2025

    Denny Colo

    So sorry for your loss. God Bless and RIP 🙏🙏🙏

  • August 18, 2025

    Sydney Manning

    Kevin and I send our condolences. We were blessed to know Mr. Brennan for many years, and will fondly remember our conversations, his sweet sense of humor, and stories he would share that brought a smile to our faces. His warmth and kindness touched our lives and he will be fondly remembered. Our hearts and prayers are with the family--he will be missed. In sympathy, Sydney & Kevin Manning