Cheryl S. Brennan
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Rochester: Monday, May 17th, 2021: At age 72 went home to be with her parents, Velma Jenny and Milford Knight Lake. She is survived by her loving son, Michael John (MJ), daughter “in-law” Megan Panus, beloved friends, Ellen Keenan, Judy Masciangelo and her adorable cat Winnie. Will be missed by all she knew.
Friends may call Sunday (May 23rd) 1-4 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. Her family prayer will be held Sunday starting at 3:30 PM to conclude calling hours. Private interment, Riverside Cemetery.
MJ… we are so sorry for your Loss. Your Mom was such a sweet person and a wonderful friend. She will be missed. God Bless. Love, Shirley & Richard
We will miss Cheryl so much! She has been such a wonderful friend to so many. She was a very special person…always sweet & caring & putting others before herself. With our love & sympathy to you, MJ. , Jim & Barbara
So many of Cheryl’s friends were deeply saddened to hear of her passing. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. She was so kind, giving and gracious, with a smile that could light up any room. My deepest condolences to her son. Cheryl will always be remembered and will live on in the hearts of those that love her. Rest In Peace my friend. ♥️
Cheryl you will be missed. You had kind heart, you made amazing pies, and your friendly nature made everyone feel welcome. You were such a special person. You will be missed by so many.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Michael John. Cheryl will be missed and remembered for her endearing qualities…her welcoming nature and caring personality, her hospitality and her wonderful pies (I’m thinking of her apple pie). Miss her. With love and prayers, Debbie Philp
Cheryl your pies made Thanksgiving special. So many memories of the kind things you did for me and my family. Coming to Mary’s high school graduation with Dana so he didn’t have to make the trip from Rochester alone. All you did to make our Parkinson’s Team Lewie a success and because of your idea and hard work the basket raffle at Moving Day is a huge success.. You will be missed by many. I wish this world had more people like you in it. RIP my friend.
Cheryl you will be missed.
Cheryl you will be missed by many. God Bless your family. R.I.P.
SO SORRY MJ!!!!… Wish I could have met Your MOM!! Bet She was an AWESOME LADY!!!..Just AS WELL. As Her SON SO BE!!!! LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!! teddy Steeg Jr…THANKS for Being AWESOME!!
Cheryl (Ms. Brennan to me) will remain one of the kindest people I have been fortunate enough to have known. Having met Ms. Brennan when I was 4-5 years old, she helped frame my worldview of adults. She epitomized generosity, selflessness and patience when it came to Mike and I. I am so thankful to her for all the pleasant memories that I will cherish forever.
Cheryl was my best friend. We had a special relationship for over 30 years. She was supportive, kind, thoughtful, and loving. She was an angel on Earth and made my life happy. I loved her with all my heart. I will always remember the memories we shared and will miss her every day. Cheryl raised a wonderful son MJ. Judy’s husband Dave and Judy will cherish the memories forever.
I had the privilege of knowing Ms. Brennan since I was in first or second grade, through my brother and Mikes friendship. There was a period of time in grade school when I would go over in the mornings, she’d make myself and Mike hot chocolate, and then I’d get on the bus in front of her house. She was always welcoming and genuinely kind to the little girl that used to sit at her kitchen table excited to drink hot chocolate. I don’t know what we would discuss (probably whatever little girls think about) however I do remember waking up mornings knowing my school day was going to start out great because of her. As I get older, I realize thoughtful gestures take effort and sometimes a backseat to another priority of the day. This was not the case for her, she was effortless in her kindness and caring nature. She will continue to always have a special place in my heart.
I will be forever grateful for your mom’s kindness to my mom. Cheryl always had a smile for everyone. She was truly a wonderful woman and friend. I’m saddened by her passing and will miss sharing our lives thru letters and calls.
You blessed so many of us with your presence, your endless kindness, your knack of making each and every one of us feel special in the moment. I loved receiving greeting cards from you with those lovely added words from your heart, which lifted my spirits and made me feel cared for. I will miss our many phone chats, our dinners with Annette…usually Chinese food. I will miss your beautiful stories of your amazing son Michael John, of your lifetime friend-sister Ellen and your funny stories involving your longtime "buddy" Judy. You were in my life just short of 40 years…not enough time. When God took you, you already had your angel wings…you earned them over and over again here on earth. I will miss you my dear Cheryl. Thank you for sharing your life with so many of us fortunates. I love you and will laugh with you again someday.
So very sorry MJ. I have fond memories of growing up days, Niagara Falls Christmas with 3 in a bed, Midland and Rochester. So sorry the border is closed these days and I can not be with you on Sunday, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary and Martin Brennan thank you Cheryl we have beautiful memories of you and all the lovely cards, May the angels guide you to Paradise!
Mary Alice Brennan and Martin Brennan Michael John do sorry for your lost!
Dearest Cheryl with all our Love S & J Nothing Except Everything (for Cheryl Brennan) Human beings are so complicated - so many different layers and levels of our minds, filled with different issues and needs, jostling for attention and so many hidden agendas and so much buried pain – that we can’t understand ourselves, let alone each other. And human beings are so closed up and cluttered - so tightly packed with concepts so, clenched up with aversion and agreed – that we can’t sense our own true nature, or the true nature of others and we feel dispossessed and disconnected, and weary with the weight we have to carry round. But you were so simple that you were transparent. With one glimpse we could see right through to heart of you. And you were so open that spirit could flow through you purely and fill you with unconditional love. And we would absorb that radiance, as we sat with you and let go of seeking and striving sensing that we were safe, at home at last. There were no agendas to bypass, no defenses to break through - nothing except the pure white light of consciousness shining through your emptiness nothing except the universe speaking through your stillness. poem by Steve Taylor
I am going to so miss my dear dear friend Cheryl “ The hallmark card queen” Our weekly phone calls always cheered me up plus listening to Cheryl‘s new adventures with JUDY and Ellen and the stories of Winnie waking her up at night when he sits on her chest and stares at her Of course Cheryl always had projects always thinking of others and not herself and how she can make somebody else’s life better!!! Making special gifts for all of her friends and of course baking her fabulous pies who have little kids like Crystal’s two little girls I am devastated but knowing Cheryl is a peace makes me at peace Michael John and Megan I will always be here for you Hopefully soon when I finally get back to Rochester from Florida we will finally meet Again wishing you and Megan and your family much love and peace Steve Reder
Aunt Cheryl has always been an angel. She is a role model for the woman I hope to be. Thank you Aunt Cheryl for being the positive, kind, shining light to everyone who knew you. You will be missed!
So so sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Cheryl through teaching group exercise at the Highlands of Pittsford. What a pleasant and kind human being. She will be missed.