Dede Moran-Brennen, a beacon of love and kindness, unexpectedly passed away on July 26th at 67 years old. Born on October 9th, 1956, Dede lived a life filled with compassion, joy, and dedication to those she cherished.
Dede was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, cousin, and friend. She was her children’s rock, offering unwavering support during hard times and embodying what it means to be a hardworking and devoted mother. She treasured family vacations and made it a priority to stay closely connected with her loved ones. One of her greatest joys was caring for her parents in their later years, a role she welcomed with love and dedication, providing them the opportunity to share a beautiful life together for many more years.
Dede’s impact extended far beyond her immediate family and clients. She touched the lives of friends across many states and always did her best to be there for others when they needed it most. Her warm smile and heartfelt hugs were a source of comfort for everyone she encountered.
A proud graduate of Leslie College, Dede’s careers as a special education professional and an elder caregiver were more than just jobs—they were her calling. She had a unique gift for creating meaningful connections with her clients, planning personalized trips that reflected their interests, and ensuring they felt truly cared for. Dede’s devotion to her clients was a testament to her extraordinary empathy and caring nature.
Dede is survived by her children that she adored, Steven Moran, Christian Brennen, and Alex Brennen (Siri Soth), her mother Elvira McGuire, her loving sisters, Marina McGuire-McCabe, Sharon Librandi (Hank), Sheila McGuire, Vivian Harris (Michael) and Olivia McGuire (Bob Anderson), many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and a host of friends who will miss her dearly.
She is predeceased by her beloved sister, Andrea McGuire, and her father, Thomas
McGuire, who passed away just two months prior.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00am on September 28th at St Michael the Archangel Church, located at 469 North Street, Greenwich, CT. Afterwards, a Celebration of Life gathering will be held at 12:30pm on the 28th at the Greenwich Historical Society in the historic barn to celebrate Dede’s love-filled and remarkable life.
The family invites all who knew Dede to join in honoring her legacy and the profound impact she made on so many lives.
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