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Brian Gannon Obituary

Gannon, Brian Age 24, of Homewood, passed away after his 20 year brain tumor battle at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, where he was known as "The Mayor". Loving son of James and Jayme (nee Lamport) Gannon. Cherished brother of Bridget Gannon and brother-in-law of Mark Hoskin. Inspiring nephew and cousin to the Cluff, Evett, Gannon, Kasper, Klein, List, and Magee families. Strong friend to many. A pillar of Operation Snowball with Homewood-Flossmoor High School. Earned a Bachelor's of Science Degree from Illinois State University. Children's Miracle Network Chicago Miracle Child in 2007 and 2008. A celebration of his extraordinary life will be on Tuesday, August 27th from 2-8:30pm at Ryan Funeral Home, 18022 Dixie Hwy in Homewood, IL. Funeral Wednesday 9:30am prayers at the Funeral Home to St. Joseph Church for a 10am Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family. 708-798-0331

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 26, 2013.

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Aunt Ree Ree

August 20, 2023

I miss you sooooooo much Brian , you are still my forever hero❤❤❤❤

Donna Chestnut

September 23, 2013

I was pleased to have been Brian's first teacher in preschool. Brian is looking down from heaven with a smile on his parents and sister,

Donna Chestnut

September 23, 2013

I was pleased to have been Brian;s first teacher in preschool. Brian with a smile is looking down from heaven on his parents and sister

Donna Chestnut

September 23, 2013

I was pleased to have been Brian's first teacher in preschool. Brian is looking down from heaven with a smile on his parents and sister.

Lynn & Gary Van Sipma

September 4, 2013

Jim & Jayme,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our prayers are with you both and your family.

The Swearingens

August 28, 2013

Jim, Jayme, Bridget,
Our hearts break with yours upon hearing of Brian's passing. We pray God comforts you and gives you peace.

Tony Pratscher

August 28, 2013

Brian was courage personified, to me. He was always in a good mood and laughing whenever I saw him. I wouldn't have known anything was wrong. He lived his 24 years fully. I'm so sorry for your loss, my condolences to your entire family. He really was an inspiration.

Louise & Bob Wolf

August 28, 2013

Jim & Jayme we offer you our condolences at the loss
of your son Brian. Know that our prayers and thoughts
are with you at this most difficult time.

Susan Dunn

August 28, 2013

We are so proud to have been a part of the extraordinary life of a wonderful young man. The angels were with us as we celebrated a life so full and limitless. Bridget's words were so uplifting. Brian would have been proud and happy, just as we saw him every day. Thank you for giving us this special gift.

Elaine Scanlon

August 28, 2013

Jim & Jayme,
Brian was an iinspiration to all who knew him. I am deeply sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gary & Julie Jones

August 27, 2013

Our family's prayers are with you all at this sad time. Brian was a trooper and a fighter and the love he spread will remain.

Peggy(Gannon) Bartkowiak

August 27, 2013

Jim & Jayme, my thought and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for our loss.

Gigi Gummerson

August 27, 2013

I am so so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Our best - Gigi & Scott Gummerson.

Lora Johnson

August 27, 2013

Jim and Jayme, you raised a fine youg man with the most positive outlook on life. That outlook is a reflection of you and the family you have made together. It is a privilege being your friend and an honor that you shared your son with us. I will never forget Brian.

Regina Driessen

August 27, 2013

I knew Brian as we went to Kindergarten through our senior year of high school together . He was always so nice to me . I'm sorry for your loss and Brian will be missed ..

Tammy Fier

August 27, 2013

Jim & Jayme, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your son was an inspiration to all. My thoughts & prayers are with you both.

Nancy, Chris & Andrew Dederer

August 27, 2013

Our prayers are with the Gannon family at this time. Our son Andrew has been active in Operation Snowball and spoken of how Brian has impacted his life. We give thanks to God for Brian and his gift of inspiration and encouragement shared with so many.
Peace, Rev. Nancy Jo Dederer

Kathy Kay

August 27, 2013

Jim, Jayme and Bridget. I cannot begin to understand how hard this must be for you. I am sad and heart broken for all of you. How fortunate you were to have such a wonderful, positive, and loving son. Love Kathy Kay.

Bruce Bergren

August 27, 2013

What a wonderful young man. I have known him for years ... with all he has gone through yet his attitude was always so positive. Just leaves us a memorial of what life is about. Just think, if everyone had his positive attitude there would be no greed, no violence, no war, and the world would would be a better place.

Brian, you will be missed but never forgotten

August 27, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Gannon family. We did not personally know Brian, but we do know the love Jayme, Jim, Brian and Bridget share as a family. One look at Brian's smile tells all. Brian took on life's challenges and he did it with pride and dignity. We will learn from that and remember him always. Walk with the Lord Brian.
Char & Mike Dyer, Homewood, IL

mary ervin

August 27, 2013

so sorry sgt.- you r in my prayers - mary - dunkin donuts

Greg Weiss

August 27, 2013

A person you could never take for granted--all the years I knew him, Brian always brought something thought provoking, and often amazing, to every conversation. I am a better person because I've had the fortune to know him.

August 27, 2013

Jim, Jayme, Mary and I offer our condolences, and will keep you in our prayers, take care...Mary and Jim Finn

Pam Stupp

August 27, 2013

I got to know Brian very well from his visits to the nurse's office at HF. What a wonderful young man he was. He always made me laugh. Heaven is truly blessed to have Brian there. My love and thoughts go out to the family. He will be missed.

August 27, 2013

Brian Joseph my nephew my HERO, you lived your life without self pity but only courage, you never judged anyone only loved everyone, you brought all of us sunshine on a cloudy day, you loved hugs and laughter and parades and candy!! you gave all of us strengh and courage to get through your life's challenge's instead of us getting you through them. I hope I can take just one small piece of you in my everyday living for I would then live a better and richer life. So Brian once last time, How Are You??? Awesome you say as you ALWAYS did, well because of you so am I. Now spead your wings Bri and fly, fly without brain tumors, treatments,and pain,but always remember I LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER!!!!Aunt REEREE

Meredith Sheriff

August 26, 2013

All my love and prayers to Brian's entire family. Brian was a true inspiration to all that knew him, and I will always remember his sweet and gentle nature. There was no hug greater than the one he would greet his friends with.

K.Y.

August 26, 2013

May you draw close to God in prayer and remember that He loves you. (John 3:16)

Kristy Betts

August 26, 2013

So very sorry for your loss.

Jo Cherogan

August 26, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man he was.

August 26, 2013

Brian you are a solid Rock and will forever be in my heart and my Prayers.
With all my LOVE, Aunt Mary Beth

Joyce & Jayne Cosgrove

August 26, 2013

Jim, Jayme and family - Please know our love and prayers are with you always. Brian was a wonderful young man and an inspiration to many. Heaven now has a very special angel.

August 26, 2013

Just a few words that come to mind when I think of Brian.
Brave, Funny, Inspirational, Kind, Gentle, Witty, Resilient, Selfless and most important Friend.
Brian made the world a better place.
God Bless you Brian and The Gannon Family

Love, Joe Aurelio and Family

Michelle Barnes

August 26, 2013

So sorry to hear about Brian. He was always so cheerful when he would come into the bank in homewood that i use to work at. He will be missed. Thinking and praying for the Gannon family.

Bonnie Weicker

August 26, 2013

His presence was a gift to all who knew him.

Mrs McClendon

August 26, 2013

Dearest Family, Please rely on God during this difficult time. May his promise of a world free from sickness and death be a comfort to you.

Ashley Feely

August 26, 2013

Brian was one of the most truly extraordinary people I have ever known. It was a privilege to know him and I am thankful for my time spent with him. He had a positive impact on the lives of each and every person he knew. He is missed.

joe gannon

August 25, 2013

Jim, i'm very sorry to hear about Brian. my thoughts are with you.

The Staff of Ryan Funeral Home

August 26, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

August 25, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you. The Van Ort family

DJ and Brian at senior prom 2007

August 25, 2013

There are no words to comfort you all at this time. Just know that my son DJ so enjoyed his friendship. Big Dawg as he called Brian. Such a generous humorous full of life person. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Jan Staska

August 25, 2013

Our deep and heartfelt sympathies, and our inspiration at an extraordinary young man's courage.

~ Rick and Jean Bruno

August 25, 2013

Our prayers continue for a very loving, courageous family. Brian was an inspiration to all with his always positive attitude, which never waivered. His life and accomplishments will be celebrated for a very long time.
Love Aunt Pam and Uncle Frank

Sarah & Jason Collins

August 24, 2013

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

August 24, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Michael Muskievicz

August 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time-particularly Mark and Bridget as I knew them in high school and how inspirational Brian was to them.

Carla Soleski

August 24, 2013

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve

August 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Homewood Embroiderers' Guild

Carla Soleski

August 24, 2013

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Chris &Janice Prendkowski

August 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

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