Kelly J. Brennan
Date of Passing:
Kelly J. Brennan, 67, of Swansea, MA, passed away unexpectedly at home on November 27, 2025.
Born in Providence, Kelly was the son of the late Raymond P. and Dorothy (Devlin) Brennan. He made his home in Swansea for 54 years, where he built a life rooted in routine, quiet joys, and dedication to those he loved.
Kelly enjoyed a long and accomplished career as an Information Technologist, working faithfully for 42 years before retiring in 2025. Over the course of his professional journey, he lent his talents to IBM, Fidelity, CVS, and RBS Citizens Bank, earning the respect of colleagues and forming friendships that lasted well beyond the workday.
A graduate of the New England Institute of Technology, Kelly possessed a natural curiosity and love of learning. He enjoyed reading about history, traveling to Ireland, World Politics and staying active through daily exercise. He found peace and delight in the simple rhythms of nature—especially in feeding wildlife. Kelly also appreciated a good cigar and gave generously to many charities, always mindful of the needs of others.
Kelly is survived by a son, Reily Brennan of Providence, and his devoted sister, Rita A. Brennan of East Providence. Their lives were deeply enriched by his company, gentle nature, and unwavering love.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Dominic’s Church, 1277 Grand Army Highway, Swansea, MA, on Thursday December 4, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Burial will be private in St. Patrick Cemetery, Fall River, MA.
Calling hours and flowers are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kelly’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, would be deeply appreciated.
Dear Rita,
We are so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing! We know you were very close to him. Eternal rest grant onto him, oh Lord! He will be in our prayers!
Rita, Thinking of you at this difficult time..,I know how close you and Kelly were and I’m very sorry for your loss
To Kelly’s Family…so sorry for your loss. I too went to St. Raymond’s with Kelly. He was nice and kind to my younger introverted self. May he rest in peace.
Rita I am so sorry for your lost.
Kelly and I spent many hours behind Rhode Island Auditorium playing baseball. One of his pitched, the other batted, then the reverse. We were in the legendary Class of ’72 at Saint Raymond. Sad to learn of his passing. Great photo!
Kelly was a very old friend of mine. We went to St Raymond together, listened to records,played baseball. I gave him a Batman costume for his birthday in second grade and Rita birthed my daughter. I will always remember Kelly. Chicken De!ight.
Dear Rita and Reily,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I was incredibly saddened when I learned that Kelly had passed. Yet it brought back many memories that reminded me that Kelly was a true gift in my life. Kelly’s mischievous smile and laugh was something that was a constant during the mid-1970s and early-1980s. it remains with me today. He will forever remain in my thoughts and prayers. As will you. We will be offering masses for the faithful departed for his soul. Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord.