Emily Jo Brenneman

October 7, 1959 - June 13, 2023

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Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services

Thursday 6/15, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services

Thursday 6/15, 7:00 pm

St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery

Friday 6/16

Emily Jo Brenneman passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones, after a brave three-year battle with cancer.

Born October 7, 1959 to the late Donald and Olive (Troy) Brenneman. Emily was named after her maternal grandparents, Emil and Josephine Troy. She was also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Chester and Aileen Brenneman, her sister Maureen and two brothers-in-law, Martin Barrett and Michael Rowan.

Growing up in Monaca, Emily attended St. John the Baptist School and was a graduate of Monaca High School, class of 1978. Her happy childhood was filled with love and support from family, friends, teachers, and neighbors. She enjoyed her college years and excelled in her studies. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in Chinese, and later a Master of Business Administration from Ohio University.

Emily went on to dedicate her expertise in service to our country, holding several positions of importance in Federal government throughout her 40-year career. Her family took great pride in her achievements in Washington. Yet, all the while, she remained exceptionally devoted to her family and friends in Beaver County and beyond. She regularly traveled home to Monaca to celebrate holidays and special occasions, and took great pleasure in hosting family members in our nation’s capital.

Emily held a deep appreciation for art and music, a passion for flowers, and an encyclopedic knowledge of classic films. However, Emily’s wealth of knowledge, remarkable memory, strength of spirit, and sweet smile were just a few of the gifts she shared so generously with those around her.

Throughout her recent struggle, Emily received loving care in the home of her nephew, Jonathan Hudson and his wife, Tammi (Hutman), and their children Abi, Brady, and Brennen in Center Township.

She leaves behind three sisters and two brothers: Donna Hudson of Beaver; Jeanne Barrett (Edward Smith) of Saint Petersburg, FL; Ilene Rowan of Monaca; Robert Brenneman (Heather) of Mineral, VA; Donald Brenneman (Deborah) of Springboro, OH; 12 nieces and nephews; 15 great nieces and nephews; and two first cousins, Pam Fronko of Monaca; Jim Brenneman (Linda) of Monaca.

Friends will be received at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca on Thursday, June 15 from 5pm to 7 pm followed by a celebration of life at 7 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Emily Jo Brenneman passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones, after a brave three-year battle with cancer. Born October 7, 1959 to the late Donald and Olive (Troy) Brenneman. Emily was named after her maternal grandparents, Emil and Josephine Troy. She was also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents,Continue Reading

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I was blessed with knowing the Brenneman family back when my brother Marty started dating and married Jeanne. And they all became our second family. Although we didn't see them often, we shared many good times and memories. Emily was such a sweet and beautiful woman, and I hated to see her suffer. She will be greatly missed by all, but hope she's at peace and reunited with her parents and sister Maureen. XO

My sincere condolences on Emily’s passing. By coincidence, I ran into Emily at work probably circa 2012. I was so surprised and so happy to see her and even more coincidental, we ended up working in the exact same office for a couple years after that. Emily was very highly thought of by her co-workers and they admired her strong work ethic and her sweet personality. She was smart, thoughtful and very respected by all who knew her - none of which should surprise her family and friends. She was so proud when your father was inducted into the Monaca Hall of Fame, she brought in pictures and the program from the event to show me. Prayers to your family and that Emily may find everlasting peace with her Lord. Jeanne Lothrop Yozaites

To the entire Brenneman Family, my deepest sympathies to all of you!! Keeping you all in my prayers! 🙏🏻 Emily was the sweetest, kindest person I ever met and will be missed by many!! May her soul Rest.In.Peace!

My sincere condolences to the entire BRENNEMAN family. My children attended St John’s School with most of that awesome family, there Mom, sweet Olive, spent many a mornings having our cup of coffee at her home or mine. A beautiful God loving family as was ours. May this beautiful lady RIP

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Our most sincere sympathies to you and your family. May you find strength in the loved ones around you in this time of great sorrow.

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Emily's light will continue to shine as it did on earth. May your family be comforted and given strength and know that she has ever lasting life. All our prayers

Sending healing prayers. So sorry for your loss. Gone too soon.

My deepest sympathy to the family of Emily . She is at peace .

My deepest sympathy to the Brenneman family. 🩷

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.