Brendan Charles Gingras

GINGRAS, Brendan Charles age 28, of Norwood, MA, tragically passed away in a car accident on April 20, 2018 while traveling in Arizona with friends. Brendan is survived by his loving parents: Kathleen (Maloney) Mawn and stepfather Michael "Jimmy" Mawn of Norwood, and Earl Gingras of Milton. Brother of twin, Daniel Gingras of Norwood, Philip Gingras and his fiancé Katie Basilotto of Plainville; his step-siblings: Michael and wife Karen Mawn of Walpole, Dennis Mawn, Joseph Mawn both of Norwood and Kerin (Mawn) Sullivan and her husband Mark of Wrentham. Brendan was predeceased by his beloved grandparents, Allen "Pop Pop" and Catherine "Nana" (Murphy) Maloney of Norwood, Richard "Grandpa Dick" and Bjorg "Bestemor" Gingras of Milton. Brendan is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A 2007 graduate of Walpole High School, Brendan worked as a personal assistant to a professional disc golfer. Brendan's work allowed him to fulfill his love for travel, nature, disc golf, music, and animals, especially dogs. Upon overcoming his own challenges, Brendan developed a passion for aiding others who battle substance abuse issues, including facilitating access to treatment and a support network. Brendan will be remembered for his big heart and endearing personality. Funeral from the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home 1248 Washington St. Norwood, Friday April 27, 2018 at 10am followed by a funeral mass at 11am in St. Catherine of Siena Church Norwood. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 4-8pm. Following the funeral mass burial will be at Mt. Benedict Cemetery, Boston, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Brendan's memory to the National Institute on Drug Abuse www.drugabuse.gov/about-nida/donating-to-nida or the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals www.mspca.org/donate-now/ .