Brendan O'Rourke (5 Aug 1939 - 10 Sep 2016)

Location
Our Lady of Lourdes Church Trittiford Road Billesley B13 0EU
Date
28th Sep 2016
Time
10.30am
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Kings Norton Cemetery Longdales Road Kings Norton, Birmingham B38 9BQ
Date
28th Sep 2016
Time
12pm

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In loving memory of Brendan O'Rourke who sadly passed away on 10th September 2016.

Brendan, a loving father to four sons, grandfather to eight grandchildren, and husband to beloved wife Pauline, (affectionately named Paula by Brendan).

Brendan unexpectedly passed away at the age of 77 . He was born in Cork City on 5th August 1939 to parents Catherine & Jeremiah and was part of a big family, one of nine siblings (5 sisters and 4 brothers).

Brendan moved to Nechells in Birmingham from Cork City during the 50's at the young age of 18, and continued to make Birmingham his home working as a welder. He met Pauline, the love of his life in 1961, and they got married in 1965. Pauline and Brendan raised a family of four boys throughout their long 51 year marriage.

Brendan was retired from engineering, but wasn't a man to sit still for very long. You could always find Brendan walking his dogs Tilly and Ellie in the park, feeding the ducks, or feeding wild birds. Brendan devoted his time gardening and caring for his beloved pets, along with any local wildlife lucky enough to cross his path. He was enthusiastic about visiting historic places of interest with his good friend Len, and enjoyed swimming with Pauline. Brendan was very well known locally due to his fun, friendly character and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Dave Oakes wrote

R.I.P Brendan Snr , condolences to Pauline and the O'Rourke family, Brendan was a real character who will be sadly missed by all, our thoughts will be with his family at this sad time, Dave and Karen.

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Pauline O'Rourke wrote

Pauline orourke miss more ever since you have gon a way never forget you. It like part of me as gon. It big lost to me. You gave 4 lovely boys and there family money cart by. They all miss you a lot Brendan we will meet again. Love you all way xxx paula

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Lisa O'Rourke wrote

No farewell words were spoken,
No time to say goodbye;
You were gone before we knew it,
And only God knows why...
RIP Dad & Grandad - love from Kevin, Lisa, Jade, Ashleigh, Conor and Freddie xxxxxx

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  • Life so hard for me. Like part of me as gon. Brendan always miss. I so lost look our sons so good and there for me. We did something right. They miss you to God bless. R.I.P paula xxx

    Posted by Pauline on 21/09/2016 Report abuse
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Kim O Rourke wrote

We were very sorry to hear of Uncle Brendan''s sudden passing RIP. A true gentleman and very much loved by his late brother Pascal. With very best wishes from Kim O'Rourke and family.

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Brian O'Rourke wrote

Condolences to all the family. Best wishes and may Brendan Rest in Peace.
Brian (Pascal's eldest son)

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Katie Finnerty wrote

Meeting Brendan was one of the highlights of my life. I live across the pond and grew up knowing of Uncle Jer's family, my first cousins, but we didn't meet until later in life. What a blessing that has been. Brendan was as excited about meeting us and learning more about our O'Rourke family as we have been. In the years since we have grown closer and feel such a bond with him. I am so proud of my dear cousin and will miss him greatly. God rest his soul.

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diane Wickett wrote

Uncle Brendan was a lovely kind man
I remember when I was young and used to stop with aunty Pauline and uncle Brendan and boys we used to go park and collect grass hoppers in jam jars
We also had scrambled eggs on bread and butter
RIP uncle Brendan you will be sadly missed by all who knew you

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Brendan Orourke wrote

Thank you Lisa orourke xxxx

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Grandad, forever in our hearts and memories you were one of the best, we will miss you sleep tight and god bless, all our love Conor and Freddie xx

Grandad, forever in our hearts and memories you were one of the best, we will miss you sleep tight and god bless, all our love Conor and Freddie xx

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  • Beautiful. Great memories xxx

    Posted by Sherina on 16/09/2016 Report abuse
  • I love this photo of my dad with he's grandchildren conner and Fredy,,, I really do miss my dad one day we will meet again ,,,,,

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Deborah and Hugh Harris wrote

We are so fortunate and grateful for having met our cousin, Brendan. Through him, we were able to know our Irish family a little better. Even though we only met once, Brendan made a lasting impression. His friendly and caring nature were obvious. Over the years, he became more than family, he became a dear and cherished friend. Brendan will be missed and will always holds a special place in our hearts.

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  • Deborah and Hugh thank you ,,,,

    Posted by Brendan on 16/09/2016 Report abuse
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