Patrick Brennan (9 Jun 1935 - 22 Dec 2019)

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St Clements Church Kingston Road Ewell KT19 0BW
Date
21st Jan 2020
Time
10am
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North East Surrey Crematorium Lower Morden Lane Morden SM4 4NU
Date
21st Jan 2020
Time
12pm

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Horton Golf Club Horton Lane Ewell KT19 8QG
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21st Jan 2020
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12.30pm

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In loving memory of Patrick Brennan who sadly passed away on 22nd December 2019
Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad, Husband and Friend.

In mid November 2019, Grandad Paddy travelled over from his home in Ireland to visit his family in Surrey over the festive season, as he did every year.

One week into his stay he fell ill and was taken to Epsom Hospital. He was soon diagnosed with a stroke caused by a blood clot and was given immediate medication and care. He managed to stay positive and independent despite the stroke affecting the left side of his brain and subsequently his speech and understanding. He was even able to keep a sense of humour as he navigated his way through muddled speech.

A few days later, whilst resting in hospital, Paddy suffered a second stroke (this time affecting the right side of his brain) Our family were told it would be a critical 48 hours.

The amazing staff at Epsom hospital took great care of Grandad Paddy and supported our dad and auntie through an emotionally tumultuous time. There is no doubt that the team on the stroke ward care hugely, not only for patients, but also for their loved ones. Nurses would often come into the side room to ask how our dad and auntie were, bring in refreshments and prompt them to take care of their own needs too (whether it be to get some fresh air, a couple of hours sleep or a bite to eat) We cannot sing their praises highly enough. What wonderful people; working extraordinarily hard within such an emotionally charged environment.

Grandad Paddy never fully recovered from the second stroke; suffering further complications. The hospital staff ensured that Paddy was comfortable in a side room on the ward and palliative care was put in place. His privacy and dignity were respected and upheld to the highest standard at all times. Staff on the stroke ward went above and beyond to ensure that Grandad's final days were uninterrupted, pain-free and peaceful. Paddy passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday 22nd December 2019.

As we arrange a fitting celebration of Paddy's life, our family have requested that rather than flowers, donations be made to the Epsom Hospital stroke unit so they can continue the training and resources required to provide the outstanding care that they provided for Paddy.

Our family will be forever appreciative of the care Grandad Paddy and our family recieved. Any donations to this cause would be a wonderful tribute to Paddy.

Hayley Brennan donated in memory of Patrick

Sweet dreams Grandad, we'll miss you. I'll always fondly remember sitting with you at Sarah's wedding, only a year ago. We had such a lovely time chatting and eating our afternoon tea together. (I knew on that day I would cherish that time forever, and I will) I hope we all made you proud last week. xx

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Chris Jarvis donated £20 in memory of Patrick
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Patrick [PJ] Brennan donated £50 in memory of Patrick

RIP Uncle Paddy. I'll miss our little chats.

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Christina Walsh wrote

So sorry for your loss Miriam and to your family 🙏🙏He was a lovely man. May he rest in peace xx

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Martin Fahy wrote

So sorry for your loss Miriam, Raymond and Family I have great memories of your Dad. He was a big help to me. Thought me a lot over the years I knew him. Will be sadly missed May he rest in peace

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Sarah Brennan donated in memory of Patrick
Ann O’Rourke donated £10 in memory of Patrick

Thoughts and prayers at this sad time to family and friends
I will remember all the good times we all shared especially at Xmas time

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Chris Jones donated in memory of Patrick

RIP Paddy x

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Chris Jones wrote

RIP Paddy

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Chris Jones wrote

R.I.P. Paddy x

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John Fahy donated £30 in memory of Patrick

Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time but we will fondly remember Paddy’s sense of lively humour. Best Regards Heidi and John

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Paddy on form

Paddy on form

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  • Love this pic of u dad and grandad ❤️ both so happy xx

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Tricia Halsey wrote

Rest In Peace Uncle Paddy❤️

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Rebecca Brennan donated £10 in memory of Patrick

Love you and miss you grandad, now your with big nan and my baby nieve looking after each other. Xx

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Erin French posted a picture
So unexpected, Lara and I love and miss you more than words could say. The best grandude any two girls could wish for. In our hearts forever and always xxx

So unexpected, Lara and I love and miss you more than words could say. The best grandude any two girls could wish for. In our hearts forever and always xxx

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Robert and Veronica Mangan donated in memory of Patrick

Miriam Raymond and family our taught's are with you all at this sad time R.I.P. Paddy

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  • Thank you both very much

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Robert and Veronica Mangan wrote

Miriam and Raymond thinking of you both and your family's at this sad time may Paddy R.I.P.

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Robert and Veronica Mangan wrote

Miriam and Raymond thinking of you both and your family's at this sad time may Paddy R.I.P.

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Miriam Fahy posted a picture
Our last picture together me n u xxx love you daddy xx

Our last picture together me n u xxx love you daddy xx

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Miriam Fahy wrote

Miss and love you terribly. Miss chatting and laughing with you in my heart always xx

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Ray Brennan donated in memory of Patrick

You are missef

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Ray Brennan wrote

You are missed

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