John Brendan Hallinan Primm
January 02, 1991 - July 24, 2013
Obituary
MADISON - John Brendan Hallinan Primm died July 24, 2013 when he was struck by a car while riding his bike. He was born Jan. 2, 1991 to Patricia Hallinan and John Primm of Madison, Wisc. He is survived by his parents, his sister Meghan Primm (Bennett Robinson) of St. Louis Park, Minn. and the love of his life, Allie LoBue of Madison, Wisc. His grandmothers, Eleanor Hallinan of Washington, Ill. and Carol Primm of Ocala, Fla., nine aunts (Mary, Jane, Kathleen, Gail, Joan, Terri, Debbie, Joyce and Anne), six uncles (John, Jack, Mark, Mike, and Joe), and sixteen cousins (Gennie, Mike, David, Matthew, Dave, Chris, Simon, Sam, Phil, Audrey, Dan, Erin, Nate, Mary, Katy and Joe) also survive. They are joined by hundreds of his friends in mourning the loss of this much beloved young man. This shooting star brightened all the lives he touched, brought smiles to faces, and sprinkled us with stardust. He leaves us much too soon. He was a student at Edgewood College majoring in Theatre Arts. He performed and crewed in, Bye Bye Birdie, The Cor Stories, Antigone, Wait Until Dark, The Improv Show, The Patient, Tell Me You Love Me, Junie Moon, Comedy of Errors, Fuddy Meers, YesAnd! improv group, Fahrenheit 451, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Arabian Nights for which he was recognized with an Irene Ryan acting award. He stage managed Our Town and directed Boxed In. He loved life with a passion for baking, and he found great enjoyment in soccer, biking, gardening and skiing. There will be a small private family service this week which will be followed by an awesome rumpus in honor of his life in Aug. or Sept. All friends will be welcome at the later event. Information regarding the rumpus will be posted on the fundraising site listed below. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to a fund established to support the theatre and arts community in Madison, Wisc. The website is: https://www.youcaring.com/theprimmexperience. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to a fund established to support the theatre and arts community in Madison, Wisc. The website is: https://www.youcaring.com/theprimmexperience. Online condolences may be made at
There will be a small private family service this week which will be followed by an awesome rumpus in honor of his life in Aug. or Sept. All friends will be welcome at the later event. Information regarding the rumpus will be posted on the fundraising site listed below.
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Lori Elmer
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Having been Brendan's 2nd grade teacher, I remember him as a bright, creative child with great potential. I am greatly saddened that this promising young man's life was cut so short. Sending you my sincerest sympathy, and hoping fond memories will eventually help heal your broken hearts.
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Debbie Giannattasio
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a great kid. My son Dates Emily MOrrison-weeks so I have been to many of the plays over the last few years. He had quite a presence on the stage. He always preformed his characters well. John joined us on the 4th of JUly at Emily's house we all had a great time. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends he is one who will surely be missed.
Sincerely,
Carmine, Debbie and Dominick Giannattasio
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Wendy Cooper
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Pat, John and Meghan,
My heart and soul go out to you right now. Brendan, Primm, John (I've known him as all three) shined a light on me since he was 5 years old. I've loved that kid since I first met him. He has been a wonderful friend to Olivia and so many. Your family was always a welcome sight when I lived in Madison. My thoughts are for your memories to compel you to carry on in his light. I send you my deepest condolences.
I love that you are having a rumpus. That's the spirit!
Wendy Cooper
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Barbara (Miller) Fahel
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When we lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel…But, please know that many caring thoughts are with you all during this time of sorrow.
Mike, Barbara(Miller) & Greg Fahel
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Mark Hooper
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A fine young man I never had the honor of meeting, knowing, or seeing as a child.
I know he will live on through all the souls he touched and enriched because his father, an old friend, became a part of me a long time ago.
God bless these two fine men.
Mark M. Hooper