Timothy Brennan
August 19, 1948 - March 02, 2016
Obituary
Brennan, Timothy "Tim" James of Saginaw, Michigan Our beloved companion, father, grandfather, brother and dear friend passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at his home with his family by his side. He was 67 years old. Timothy James Brennan was born on August 19, 1948 in Saginaw to the late Robert Edward and Delores Mae (Alles) Brennan. He was a proud 1966 graduate of Arthur Hill School. Following graduation, Tim attended Great Lakes Junior College. He then began working for General Motors Grey Iron Foundry, retiring in 1996 with over 25 years of service. Upon retirement, Tim began working for Saginaw County Commission on Aging, serving the Saginaw Community for 10 years. For 18 years, Tim shared an impeccable and indescribable relationship with the love of his life Susan Hamlin. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post #22, the Kosciuszko Club, the Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association and a member of the Catholic faith. Tim was passionate about reading and enjoyed working out in his yard. Above all, he loved and cherished his family and friends. He will forever be remembered for his patriotism as well as for the type of humor most people would love to obtain. Surviving are his beloved companion of 18 years, Susan Hamlin of Saginaw; four children: Christopher (Geraldine) Brennan of Grand Rapids, Kelly (Scott) Kelting of Ada, Jessica (Timm) Cappell of Hemlock, and Patrick Brennan of Freeland; four step-children: Patrick Hamlin and his fiancée, Amy Gale of Freeland, Adam (Colette) Hamlin of Mt. Pleasant, Nick Hamlin of Norfolk, VA, and Seth Hamlin and his fiancée, Gigi Smith of Saginaw; 10 grandchildren: Casey Kelting, Cameron Kelting, Ryan Cappell, Hayden Hamlin, Hannah Hamlin, Taryn Brennan, Isabella Brennan, Audrina Smith, Christian Brennan, Caitlin Brennan; three sisters and two brothers: Mary Jo Wright, Daniel Brennan, Kathleen Lindeman, Dean (Dianne) Brennan, and Diane (Joseph) Archambault; Also surviving are many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit with the family at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Vigil Service led by Sr. Elaine Raymond will take place at 6:00 p.m. Honoring Tim's wishes cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Tim's life will take place at a later date. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy my wish to consider memorials to the American Legion Post #22. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Rick Beardsley
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My cousin Tim was one of the funniest guys I know. I can remember as kids "sleeping out" in a tent next to my house on Stone Street, on a warm summer night. we were young (although he was always older than me), and i can remember laughing then at his stories, him showing me that furry birthmark on his leg..... he made me laugh whenever we got together, and he had a glorious laugh, just like that glorious tenor voice he was blessed with. singing with him was always awesome. His subtle humor cracked me up. One time, back in the 1900's, Tim and I were working at selling bathtubs. They were "bubble tubs' and we'd go around to nursing homes, county fairs and whatever trying to sell our wares. I don't really recall selling even one, but we met lots of people and had fun trying. One day we were driving around Midland making some appointment stops, and decided to stop at Dairy Queen for a chocolate shake. We enjoyed them for what seemed to be a long time, driving around chatting and the like. My shake was long gone when i noticed Tim had quite a bit left in his cup. I said "Wow, Tim, you still have some of your shake left?"..... he looked at me with that sheepish grin like the mouse that just ate the cheese, and like we used to say when we were 8 years old, said "I saved mine"! The dumbest thing ever made us laugh all afternoon. The heavenly rock and roll band got a great front man, and until we meet again, Tim, much love!!!!
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European Sympathy Dish Garden was purchased for the family of Timothy "Tim" James Brennan.
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Plants-A-Plenty was purchased for the family of Timothy "Tim" James Brennan.
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Marion Granger-Edwards
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Michael And Sherry Knezek lit a candle in memory of Timothy "Tim" James Brennan
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Whip purchased the Plants-A-Plenty for the family of Timothy "Tim" James Brennan.