George Leonard Bresnihan
1/21/1939 - 10/7/2024
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Obituary For George Leonard Bresnihan
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Leonard Bresnihan, 85, of Charleston, SC. He peacefully passed away on October 7, 2024.
George is survived by his wife, Marguerite O’Neill Bresnihan; his children, George (Janine) of Fairfax Station, VA, Kim (David) of Cary, NC, and Mark (Gina) of Draper, UT; his grandchildren, Jordan (Camille) of Carencro, LA, Sydney of Tampa, FL, Sarah Elliott of Chapel Hill, NC, Erin of Cary, NC, Sophia of Fairfax Station, VA, Grant of Cary, NC, Nicole of Albuquerque, NM, Cameron of Los Angeles, CA, Tabitha of Albuquerque, NM, Joseph of Albuquerque, NM, Nicholas of Salt Lake City, UT, Chantelle of Albuquerque, NM, Destiny of Albuquerque, NM; his great grandchildren; his siblings, Norma of Baltimore, MD, Cheryl of Saginaw, MI, Gregory of Victorville, CA, Pat of Hawthorne, NV, David of Anaheim, CA, and Peggy of Victorville, CA; and a host of beloved nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George L. Bresnihan of Las Vegas, NV and Alma Palmer Bresnihan of Brooklyn, NY; and his sisters, Jean of Teaneck, NJ, Kharol of Las Vegas, NV, and Ruthie of Tuscon, AZ.
George attended public schools in New York and New Jersey and graduated from Southern Illinois University.
George dedicated his life to service which started in 1956 in the US Navy. After 21 years of honorable service, he retired as a Petty Officer First Class (Sonar Technician). One of his greatest accomplishments while in the Navy was his work on race relations. Following his career in the Navy, George worked for Amoco Chemical Company in Cainhoy, SC for 15 years spending most of that time in Human Resources. After this second retirement, he worked another 20 years for the Charleston Urban League as the Director of Housing and was a Certified Financial Counselor advising and coaching scores of Charleston residents into first-time homeownership.
George was a longtime member of his beloved St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Charleston where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and a Chalice Bearer and was a member of the Men’s Club and the Vestry serving as Senior Warden numerous times.
Additionally, George served on the Board of Sea Island Habitat for Humanity and was a proud member of The Owl’s Whist Club and The Athenians. He never missed a chance to dance and loved talking with anyone about his family, his time in the Navy, and the many people he helped buy a home. He especially loved spending time with his EOM Club and hanging with the guys every week for Friday Night “Seminar”.
The memorial service will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, October 13th at 10 am. A celebration of life will be held that afternoon at 1 pm at The Owl’s Whist Club. George will be eternally laid to rest at the Beaufort National Cemetery in Beaufort, SC on Monday, October 14th at 9 am.
In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
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10/15/2024
We were so very sorry to hear about George's passing. Maggie you and your family have our deepest sympathy. Stay strong and keep his memories in your heart. Our prayers are with you.
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10/12/2024
George was like a father to me when I joined Amoco Chemicals as a young engineer in Charleston, SC. He opened his home to me when George or Kim would come home and he would have a cookout. So many good times and fond memories. Mrs. Bresnihan, George, Kim, Tony, please know that I'm keeping all of you in my prayers
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10/12/2024
I was deeply saddened to hear of George's passing. As the HR manager at Amoco Chemical, George made a lasting impact by fostering an inclusive environment where everyone could thrive. His dedication to supporting all of us, regardless of background, created a workplace that felt like a community. His compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to equality will be remembered by all who had the privilege to know and work with him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. George's legacy of kindness and inclusivity will live on in the hearts of those he touched. With deepest sympathy, Victoria
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10/12/2024
Sincerest condolences to Maggie, George & Marguerite and family! May fond memories, your faith a d God bring you comfortduring this time of bereavement! Hold on to His unchanging hand! Anne L. Cooke, Bluffton SC
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10/12/2024
We send our love to Marguerite and family. God Bless! Cary & Jill King from Phoenix, AZ
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