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To honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of The Honorable John Brennan, and to extend our sincerest condolences to his family, friends, and the city of Bexley on the occasion of his passing Monday, January 30, 2012.
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WHEREAS, John Brennan's journey through life led him from the halls of Rosary High School to the United States Army, the Ohio State University, and eventually, to Bexley City Council and finally the mayor's office; and
WHEREAS, along the way, Mayor Brennan served as a mentor and coach to thousands of young people who benefitted immeasurably from his wisdom, integrity, and commitment to serving his community; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Brennan was an accomplished public servant long before he sought his first public office, having earned a place in the Ohio Parks and Recreation Hall of Fame for his service in Bexley and Hilliard; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Brennan has been described by friends and colleagues as a kind and generous man, a man of strength and dedication, and a beloved, budget-conscious mayor; and
WHEREAS, John is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Annie; three children, Ryan, Kevin, and Catherine; mother, Dolores; siblings, Marilyn (Bill) Johnston, Jim (Kathy) Brennan, Susan (Jim) Brizendine; brothers and sisters-in-law, Michael (Patty) Moriarty, Patricia Hinton, Edward (Mary Kay) Moriarty, John Moriarty, Gretchen Moriarty, Catherine (Darrell) Gallihue; nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Brennan will always be remembered with profound affection by the community members whose lives he touched; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we hereby honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of The Honorable John Brennan, and extend our sincerest condolences to his family, friends, and the city of Bexley on the occasion of his passing Monday, January 30, 2012.