Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Matthew Stewart Brennan
1994 - 2021
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Savita Patil posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Dear Winnie,
I only just heard the sad news of your profound loss of Matthew. My sincere condolences to you and your husband. He truly accomplished more in his young life than most ever will and it sounds like his brilliance will live on in the academic world for years to come.
He was a special young man.
Savita Patil
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Barry Bresner posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Dear Winnie and Mark,
I’ve only just learned of your tragic loss. Matthew was clearly a remarkable young man and accomplished more in a short time than most accomplish in a lifetime. Hopefully there is some comfort in that. Be well and stay strong.
Barry
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Martin Sclisizzi posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Dear Mark and Winnie,
We are so saddened to hear of Matthew's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marty and Marilyn Sclisizzi
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Cathy Whelan posted a condolence
Sunday, February 21, 2021
Mark and Winnie: we are so sorry to hear of Matthew’s passing. He was such an accomplished young man. You will always be proud of him. Thinking of you in this difficult time. Greg and Cathy
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Barb Buchak lit a candle
Saturday, February 20, 2021
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Mark and Winnie, it was an honour to celebrate Matthew’s awe inspiring life with you today. Matthew was so well loved and will be cherished forever by all who were blessed to know him. We all felt the depth of your love, pride and sadness. It was a beautiful tribute to your remarkable son who clearly made this world a much better place. Love, Barb Buchak xo
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Michael McKelvey lit a candle
Saturday, February 20, 2021
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What an amazing young man. The memorial service today was inspiring. Matthew accomplished so much in his short life. You must be so proud and yet so sad. Mark and Winnie - you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Merilyn McKelvey
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Karen Fisher pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Dear Mark and Winnie. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your son. God bless.
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Anthony Sframeli posted a condolence
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Mark and Winnie,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences for an incredibly great loss. I’m grateful for the opportunity to have met Matthew and know how much you love your son.
A donation was made to the Canadian Mathematical Society in his memory.
Anthony & Attila
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Bina and Gareth Evans posted a condolence
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your precious son Matthew. He is remembered fondly and impacted many during his time at UCC.
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Terry Hall and Jane Ford posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Dear Winnie and Mark,
We offer our deepest condolences on the sudden loss of your son Matthew. Our hearts break for you. Matthew accomplished a great deal in his short life. The obituary was a loving testament to the life your son lived. For those of us who did not know him, we could see that Matthew was an accomplished and well-loved young man. Please accept our sympathy at this most difficult time.
Jane Ford and Terry Hall
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Carol Chapman posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Dear Winnie & Mark
I'm very sorry for your loss. I remember our elevator bank chats at BLG after I'd had my son and my heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. May your treasured memories give you comfort going forward.
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Catya Hynard posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Dear Winnie and Mark,
Chris and I were deeply sorry to learn about the loss of your son Matthew. Sending caring thoughts your way at this sad and difficult time.
Sincerely,
Catya Hynard
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Randy Stafford pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Monday, February 15, 2021
Our deepest sympathies for your tragic loss.
Cindy & Randy
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Randy Stafford posted a condolence
Monday, February 15, 2021
Mark and Winnie, our hearts are aching for you both over the loss of Matthew. In his short 26 years he had managed to experience and contribute so much, we all are poorer for being robbed of what else he certainly would have achieved. It is not lost on us that today as we write this it is family day and can only imaging the pain and hurt you and your extended family must be feeling. Know that you both are in our thoughts and if we can do anything to help you at all please let us know.
With deep sympathy
Cindy and Randy
Andrea Boyd posted a condolence
Friday, February 12, 2021
Mark and Winnie - My heartfelt condolences to you both at this difficult time.
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Helen Stevenson pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Thursday, February 11, 2021
In memory of Matthew Brennan
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Helen Stevenson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Winnie and Mark,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Matthew was a most extraordinary young man; I have vivid memories of our boys' UCC days. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Helen Stevenson & David Allgood, and Patrick (Smit), Eme (Stevenson), and Julien (Smit)
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Julie Clarry posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Winnie, so deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your son Matthew. I remember many chats before precedent review meetings about his adventures. May your memories of him get you and your husband through this devastating time. Thinking of you.
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Milène Riccardi posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Mark and Winnie,
There are no words...I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Matthew. Although I only knew him for a short time, his infectious smile, earnestness and pure kindness will serve as my lasting memory. Sending you strength during this difficult time.
Milène Riccardi
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Andrea Campbell pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
I am so sad to hear about Matthew's passing. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
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Jan de Pencier Seaborn pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
In memory of Matthew with condolences from the Seaborn Family.
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Jan de Pencier Seaborn posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Mark and Winnie, we are simply so sad for you. Matthew was an incredible young man with so many talents. I recall him as a small boy running around the Prep and we followed his later education with interest as he excelled at University and beyond. Matthew cannot be replaced but he will be remembered by so many and we will think of him often.
With our thoughts to you both,
Jan de P and Geoff Seaborn
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Susan Orr pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
In memory of a son well loved, beyond generous with his time, & his brilliance. Such a tragic loss.
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Susan Orr posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Dear Winnie & Mark,
I am so, so sorry to have heard of the passing of Matthew. Reading online the piece from the Canadian Mathematical Society and this obituary, he will be missed by so many people. His accomplishments were many in his short life; his contributions to groups a testament to his great character. There are few words of comfort that can resonate these days, but please know I am thinking of you both, and more importantly, remembering Matthew and his successes at this time. With big hugs...Susan Orr
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Martha Watson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Dear Mark and Winnie,
My heartfelt condolences. Though I hadn’t seen Matthew in many years I will always remember him as an effervescent and beautiful young boy. I send my deepest sympathy to you both.
Martha Watson
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Doug Keller-Hobson posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
To Winnie and Mark.
Our most sincere condolences to you on the recent passing of Matthew. We were all so shocked when we heard, and remember Matthew fondly from the very early play dates and throughout the UCC times together. How much Matthew achieved at such a high level and in so few years, allows us to appreciate how much has been lost with his early passing. An amazing talent and a career path ahead that would have benefited so many, together with being such a genuinely nice guy; all lost far too soon. Our thoughts are with you at this time, and hope that the precious memories you have of Matthew will support you and bring you both some peace.
The Keller-Hobson Family (Doug, Kathleen, Michelle & Justin)
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Jon Levin posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
Mark and Winnie - I know how much you revelled in Matthew’s many successes and what pride you took in his extraordinary achievements. What has happened is beyond devastating. My thoughts are very much with you both. Please always remember the good times you all enjoyed together as well as the joy he brought to your lives.
Jon Levin
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Greg Hannon posted a condolence
Monday, February 8, 2021
Mark and Winnie,
Martha and I just want to express our deepest sympathy to you. As we knew Matthew from his earliest days at UCC the news to us was both shocking and personal. Matthew played at our house quite a bit as a youngster. We felt we knew him pretty well and always enjoyed his enthusiasm and gregariousness. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you both over these past few days and we hope you find the strength to cope with such a tragic loss.
Sincerely,
Martha & Greg
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Wendy posted a condolence
Sunday, February 7, 2021
The Angels blessed Matthew with astonishing gifts: extraordinary intellect, focus and passion; a joyful, warm, humorous and self-effacing personality; and wonderful teachers and mentors. But the greatest gift he received was his parents, Winnie and Mark, whom he adored, who surrounded him with love and encouraged, cultivated and nurtured him at every turn. We stand with them mourning the loss - far too soon - of this great soul.
Ave atque Vale, Matthew.
All our love, Wendy, Alex, Andrew and Angus.
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Doreen Wong & Mark Rintoul pledged to donate to Canadian Mathematical Society
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Winnie&Mark-please accept our heartfelt condolences. Matthew was clearly an extraordinary young man.
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Margie and Jerry Padfield posted a condolence
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Dear Mark and Winnie,
We are saddened to learn of Matthew's passing. We are remembering your visit back to Eugenia Street when you were telling us that Matthew would be attending Upper Canada College. He has achieved so much since that time; so many remarkable events and studies.
We do hope that you will find peace and blessings in the day ahead as your hearts heal. Matthew will always be a gift to his Mom and Dad, friends, colleagues.
Love
Margie and Jerry Padfield (Eugenia Street, Barrie)
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Ed Phillips posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Winnie and Mark
A brilliant light dimmed all too soon. My deepest condolences on the loss of Matthew.
With sincerest sympathy,
Ed Phillips
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Winn Oughtred posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Winnie and Mark,
I was devastated to read of the loss of Matthew. Words are never enough. What a remarkable young man. I hope that his amazing accomplishments, during a too short life, provide some comfort and, I am sure, huge pride.
I am thinking of you.
Sincerely,
Winn Oughtred
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Tom Macdonald posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Mark , so devastating , and heart breaking for you and your wife your friends and all those Matthew touched .. you have my deepest condolences .. I wish you much strength and courage and eventually some peace .
Tom Macdonsld
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anita saliss posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. As part of the Upper Canada College family, we will always remember your remarkable son Matthew.
Anita Saliss, Brian and Jordan Wisenberg
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Ellis’ posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
Marni, Mark, Kimberley, Stephanie and Andrew remember this young man of brilliance and achievement, unsurpassed appetite for learning, and remarkable intellect: an individual whom in his too short life generated material change and advancement of our collective knowledge, to our benefit. A chance meeting in Firenze brought a moment of laughter and togetherness of our families that will resonate forever, as will the indelible renown of Matthew in reflection of his and his amazing parents’ indelible spirit. God Bless.
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mark hoel posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2021
I was so saddened to learn about Matthew. As his teacher and advisor at Upper Canada College he impressed me (and everybody) with his ability and passion for math and computer science. My favourite memory, however, was helping Matt and his young friends start a role playing miniatures club in grade 9. Watching those kids simply enjoy each others company and play was a pleasure and still makes me smile. The world is a poorer place. Mark Hoel
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Thursday, February 4, 2021
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