In loving memory of

Mary J. Brenny

Mary J. Brenny, age 86 of Little Falls passed away Thursday, December 4, 2008 at The Diamond Willows Home in Little Falls after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, December 8, 2008 at 11:30 A.M. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls with the Rev. Mark Innocenti and Rev. Kenneth Brenny con-celebrating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call from 3-7 P.M. Sunday, December 7, 2008 at the Emblom-Brenny Funeral Service (West Chapel) in Little Falls and Monday from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of service at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls. Christian Mothers and the Daughters of Isabella will pray a rosary at 4:30 P.M. immediately followed by a Franciscan Prayer Service on Sunday evening followed by parish prayers at 5:30PM. Mary J. Brenny was born March 6, 1922 in Bowlus, Morrison County, MN to the late Peter and Sophia (Kampa) Lampert the fifth of fifteen children. She grew up on the family dairy farm southwest of Little Falls in the Bowlus area. She attended Cathedral High School in Superior, WI, Superior State Teachers College in Superior, WI and Villa Scholastica in Duluth, MN. She was united in marriage to Clemens Brenny on August 22, 1946 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls, MN. Mary taught school for many years and also served for ten years as Assistant County Superintendent of Schools for Morrison County. Mary and her husband, Clem, owned and operated the Brenny Funeral Homes in Little Falls, Pierz, Royalton and Upsala until their retirement. For many years they also owned and operated the Brenny Ambulance Service in Morrison County. Her husband, Clem, died September 3, 1995. Mary continued to live in Little Falls residing there until her death. Mary enjoyed cooking, the companionship with Tweetie Bird, visiting with her family and friends whom she deeply loved and cherished. She was a faithful member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church where she taught C.C.D. classes, Christian Mothers, Rosary Society, Daughters of Isabella, Secular Franciscans, Little Falls V.F.W. Auxiliary and the Crosier Apostolate. Mary is survived by her sons & daughter, Richard (Sally) Brenny of Little Falls, MN, Terrence (Carolyn) Brenny of Stoughton, WI, Charles (Hope) Brenny of Baxter, MN, Joe (Lottie Oehrlein) Brenny of East Gull Lake, MN, Dr. Peter (Teri) Brenny of Staples, MN and Maria (Jim) Fitzpatrick of Waunakee, WI; brothers & sisters, Sister Mary Goretti, OSF of St. Francis Convent in Little Falls, MN, Patricia (Emil) Frank of Brainerd, MN, Betty (Leroy) Pollock of Opole, MN, Regina (Wayne) Lauermann of St. Cloud, MN, Cecilia (James) Posch of Little Falls, MN, Charlene Lampert of St. Cloud, MN and Albert Lampert of Oregon; 20 grandchildren and 11 Great-Grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Clemens; son, Rev. Mr. Martin Brenny in 1977; brothers Roman, Joseph, Peter, & John Lampert and sisters, Martha Stiller & Agnes Dubiel and an infant grandson Luke Fitzpatrick. Casket Bearers are Mary's Grandchildren.

Tributes

Memorial written by Julie Pretti - daughter of .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:To my cousins and their families: I was saddened to hear of Aunt Mary's illness and her death. She was such a special servant of God, and I know she will be missed by all of you. My heart goes out to you along with my prayers."

Memorial written by Kurt Schomer wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Rich, Sally, and family, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Hope you are all doing ok during this difficult time. Kurt Schomer"

Memorial written by Debra (Lampert) & Robert Jo.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Sorry to hear about your mother.. She was a so kind to me and my family , Aunt Mary was such a dear. Bob, Debbie and Family"

Memorial written by greg frisk wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Joe, Sherry and I were sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know your mom but reading of her I am sure that she is making heaven a better place. Our sympathy to you and your family."

Memorial written by mark sniezek wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:My condolences to you all. I did not know your mother but I have gotten to know Chuck. Your mother must had been a wonderful woman and I know that you all must have fond memories that you will all cherish."

Memorial written by Anne Anliker wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:I'm so sorry for your loss and want you to know that your family will be in my thoughts and prayers! Anne Anliker"

Memorial written by kadyn tillman wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Sorry for your loss. Mary was a wonderful women with a very warm heart. I had the pleasure of getting to know her at diamond Willow. Deepest sympathy"

Memorial written by Gen Brenny wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Grandma Mary we love you so much and will miss you, your sweet letters and lunch at KC's:). You will be in our hearts always. Love Mike, Gen, Grace, Kennedy and baby Auren"

Memorial written by Norval & Barbara Morgan wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Terry & Carolyn Brenny Family ~ We share the loss of this important member of your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with this week-end and in the days and weeks to come. Sincerely ~ Norval & Barb Morgan"

Memorial written by Jennifer Galang wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Memorial:Maria, I feel blessed to have met your mom once when she was visiting you in Neenah. I am so sad to hear of her illness and death. My prayers are with you and the whole family. Sending angels of comfort your way my dear friend. Love, Jen"