John M. Brennan
September 27, 1956 ~ March 3, 2015
John M. Brennan, 58, Mooresville, Indiana and Kapalua, Hawaii, died March 3, 2015, in Community Hospital South, Indianapolis. John was born September 27, 1956, in Washington, Indiana, one of five children, to the late Matthew J. and Elizabeth (Hastings) Brennan.
He graduated from Washington High School and Vincennes University. He worked in health care for a number of years. For the past 25 years, John’s entrepreneurial spirit led him as the co-owner of Golden Care Inc., Eagle Point Resort in Bloomington, and Staff America, Inc. John was a hard worker, but also enjoyed traveling, flying, and had a varied and broad taste in music.
Survivors include his wife, Susan (Haws) Brennan, to whom he was united in marriage in 1992; children, Christine Toll of Indianapolis, Brandon Runkle of California, and Samantha Renner (Matt) of Mooresville; two grandchildren, Emerson Toll and Everett Renner.
Friends and family will gather from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2015, in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Pastor Alan Baumlein will officiate John’s celebration of life immediately following at 4 p.m. According to John’s wishes, cremation will take place at the Morgan County Crematory, Mooresville. Memorial contributions may be made to NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory, view the Life Story video or to sign the online guest registry.
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We will miss listening to music with John. It might have been the same song over and over but we all love our music. I think we still have one of John’s handwritten notes with his signature smiley face on it. Reese says ‘John has the Aloha spirit’. Neighbors and friends: Kurt, Erica and Reese Bruton.
John brought life to our hill. He was a happy, outgoing neighbor. We believe he would have done anything for us. Playing tennis and sharing conversation was a way of life with John. We could most often hear John playing his music, which he loved, and we will miss that sound. We will always remember the shirts he made for everyone on the hill after the winter storm of 2014. He will be in our hearts forever. Mark and Darleen Wolma
Sending prayers of comfort to you and your loved ones at this difficult time. God bless. The girls at Regions.
Dallas and Jeremy, I’ll be thinking of you guys. I remember all the neat stories told Dallas has told me about the adventures you had with your uncle. Ellyn
I used to work in the office next to Golden Care on the west side of Indianapolis. He was always friendly and treated us with respect, Due to the expansion of your business we had to move from our office space to the other end of the building. Eventually we moved again to another location. A few years later on my way to work I rolled my Jeep on Mann Road after hitting black ice. John and your son stopped to help me and waited until my boyfriend arrived. Their kindness was so appreciated. I am sorry to family and friends for your loss. Cindy W.
I am very saddened to learn of John’s passing. He was one of a kind and taught me a lot about how a caring employer/employee relationship can be. He was always eager to hear any idea you had and help you realize a goal. I haven’t seen John in a long time but he was one of those guys you could never forget. He always made you feel like a million bucks! I have missed our conversations over the last few years and wish we had remained in closer contact. My thoughts go out to his family and friends as those will be some tough shoes to fill. He used to say to me ‘ go big or go home’… I use that a lot. Until we meet again my friend. Jim P
Way to soon my friend, God Bless
We will never forget the opportunities you & John gave me. Not only professionally but the two trips to Hawaii with both of you, my husband and my wonderful co-workers. We had such wonderful times, and I can still see John swinging from the vines and falling in the water. Such warm memories shall never be forgotten. Those who loved him will keep him alive in memory forever. ‘ May God Bless and Keep You’ Barry and Kathy Lemons
My deepest condolences to the family. You are missed my friend so split the uprights on a 55 yard field goal buddy! Another day brother…. Terry Katz Class of 1975
Susan, I am so so sorry for your loss….he was a very special man!
Susan, We had such a wonderful time in Hawaii with you and John Great memories So sorry for your loss Love and prayers Harriet Lyson
My first trip to Hawii and two more after that was made memorable by John and Susan! I will always remember the ride to Hana, the plane ride over the islands, the trust that you bestowed on me. Our wedding in Hawaii! Those are precious memories of wonderful times! With love, Noel Newby
It was such a pleasure and honor to work for you and John. I cherish the 2 trips to Hawaii with you both and our GC family members. I made it back 4 more times and hope to get back to Maui again! I thank you for the opportunity you and John gave me to work with such wonderful people, the confidence you gave me, the support you gave me but most of all the friendship that you both gave me! True friendships stay with you no matter the distance in miles or the time that has gone by. And true friendships are what I received from working at Golden Care. I thank you for that. I think of you often and thankful we have been able to stay in touch. Memories that you both gave me & the GC family will never be forgotten. With my Deepest Sympathy and With all my Love. Pam Wood, Mesa, AZ
I had the true honor and privilege of being a member of the Golden Care family. It’s been more than 20 years and it’s really hard to believe, because it seems like yesterday. I’m so sad today and my heart literally hurts when I think of a world without John. Today can truly be a celebration of John’s life because we were so blessed to have him in it. John and Susan are two of the most generous people I have every known. It was their love and devotion that made us a family. They shared so much of themselves and made us all better for it. John and Susan share a love that is everlasting. I have so, so many wonderful memories of our time together and we were truly blessed. I just remember John and Susan being so happy together. We literally celebrated their love (in Hawaii of course) by wrapping them in toilet paper (I’m not sure why). John was so silly and I have laughed so much with Linda Ciesielski the past few days talking about him. I can’t think of him without thinking of toilet paper…..I know it might seem inappropriate to share, but I feel I must share a few of the funniest times. It’s like John is on my left shoulder saying you need to share this and Susan is on my right shoulder saying, I don’t think it’s appropriate. Well, John, it’s your day. I never laughed so hard when were waiting to board the GC plane and John walked out of the airport restroom with a 25 foot trail of toilet paper attached to him (it’s been so long, but I don’t think it was attached to his shoe). He probably did it on purpose. He loved to make us laugh and to have fun. Linda, John, Susan and I shared a very special moment at the Ponderosa Ranch that we will all cherish forever (also a time that I laughed so hard that I’m sure the people around us thought we were crazy). I loved dancing on the beach in Hawaii, singing the Hawaii 5-0 theme song. I loved hanging out at the house in Bloomington. I loved having lunch at the Ho Jo’s. Thank you John and Susan for helping me to be the person I am today. I will always love and appreciate you.
I meant to post the song Goodbye My Friend from this cd, but the wrong song posted. Both are beautiful songs for a friend I wont forget
This is Ernie Abalos I am so sorry for y’all’s loss…I worked with John in Texas, I’m praying for your family, Susan