Helen E. Lauritsch Brennan

Helen Brennan of East Boston died on May 12th, peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Activist for the handicapped, the building of the shining star day care center and making the community a better place to live. She loved painting, playing the piano, singing, gardening and spending lots of time with her family. She was the beloved partner of 35 years to Stephen Feeney. Loving mother of Joni Dimarzo and her partner Michael Beamer, Gina Iannelli and her husband Buddy Iannelli and Daniel Brennan and his wife Corinne. Loving mother of the late Theresa Brennan. Cherished grandmother of Laura Rogers, Tanya Iannelli, Tara Barton, Dan Brennan, Gina Dimarzo and Joni Dimarzo. Also lovingly survived by her great grandchildren, Justin, Leiana, Jayla, CJ and many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Rapino Memorial Home, 9 Chelsea St. (Maverick Sq.) EAST BOSTON on Wednesday at 9am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in Most Holy Redeemer, 72 Maverick Street, East Boston at 10am. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday from 4-8pm. Services will conclude with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, MA.