In loving memory of

Michael Gardner Brenner
June 26, 1938 - April 12, 2020

Michael Gardner Brenner, age 81, passed away peacefully, after a long battle with illness, on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at home with his wife by his side.

Michael was born June 26, 1938 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of the late Helen Rogers Brenner MacMenamin and Dr. Frank T. Brenner. He was preceded in death by his brother F. Rogers Brenner. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Heidi Keller Brenner, a niece, Kristine A. Keller, a nephew, Talmadge (Kim) Brenner, and a niece Jolie (Johnny) Smith.

Michael will be buried in Quincy, Illinois with a memorial service at the Knoxville, Tennessee Episcopal Church of the Ascension.

Graveside Service: 10:00 am on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Greenmount Cemetery in Quincy, Illinois.

Memorials: Quincy Park District for trees to be planted in Madison Park (memorial checks may be mailed to Hansen-Spear, 1535 State Street, Quincy, IL 62301)

Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

David Metler wrote on Apr 20, 2020:

"I was blessed to have shared the last months of Michaels life, he never met a stranger ! I will never forget the stories and life experiences we shared. He was such a big personality, who loved to inter-act with all his friends at the gym and beyond ! Michael Rest In Peace my friend- You will never be forgotten ! Heidi you will always be in my prayers ! Your friend David & Kathy Metler "

pam lewis wrote on Apr 14, 2020:

"Heidi, Michael was a bright spot in our day at the gym. We are going to miss him . He always made my day by paying me a compliment on my looks. Our hearts are broken for you and we lift you up in prayer. Alan and Pam Lewis"

Christine Schaller wrote on Apr 14, 2020:

"Tad, sorry to read about your uncles passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Jeff Greeley wrote on Apr 14, 2020:

"Memories of riding around with Mike in his white Dodge pick up(back in the 80?s). He might have been in his knit shirt and tennis shorts or fairly likely to be In a suit with his bow tie on, looking dapper..... *Grass growing in the front floor board and on and around the door frame....? Regardless of his attire, it was always interesting and a great time to be hanging out with him after a game of tennis or working with him in the yard. Missing those old days with an old friend. Enjoy your eternal life and all the crossword puzzles you could ever imagine. Jeff"