Brenda Barbara Cormican

Brenda Barbara Cormican (née Bannon)

October 16, 1952 – February 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Barbara Cormican on February 18, 2025, in Phoenixville, PA. Brenda was born in Philadelphia, PA, on October 16, 1952, to her parents, John Thomas Bannon and Barbara Theresa Aramayo. She was the beloved sister among 15 siblings, and her vibrant spirit will forever be missed by her family.

Brenda had a deep passion for art and design, which led her to attend Hussian School of Art, where she graduated in May 1981 with honors. As a dedicated student, she earned a place on the Dean's List and received awards for outstanding academic achievement and illustration.

A devoted mother, Brenda is survived by her loving daughter Olivia Grimley, and her twin sons, Timothy Cormican and John Cormican. She was the light of their lives and will be profoundly missed by them. Brenda was also a proud grandmother to Damian and Tilian, who brought her immeasurable joy.

In addition to her children and grandchildren, Brenda will be dearly missed by her beloved sister Deborah Shepard, along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Brenda was preceded in death by her father, John Thomas Bannon, her mother, Barbara Theresa Aramayo, her sister Linda Bannon, and her second husband, Oliver Grimley.

Brenda had a love for adventure and exploration in her youth, and she cherished her travels to natural parks, where she found peace and inspiration in the beauty of the outdoors. Her family will be holding a private celebration of life in the spring, honoring her memory. Brenda's love for music and her free-spirited nature were evident throughout her life, including her memorable experience at Woodstock in 1969.

We leave you with a poem that reflects her beautiful soul:

I built a tiny garden

In a corner of my heart.

I kept it just for lovely things

And bade all else depart.

And ever was there music,

And flowers blossomed fair;

And never was it perfect

Until you entered there.