Bill Brennan

William E. "Bill" Brennan (March 5, 1922 – August 7, 1979) was a Democratic politician from Nebraska who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 9th district from 1977 until his death in 1979.

Early career Brennan was born in Omaha, Nebraska, and graduated from Omaha South High School in 1940. He later attended Centre College and Creighton University, and served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He faced a crowded primary, and ultimately placed first, receiving 30 percent of the vote to insurance agent Sam Howell's 30 percent and teachers' union executive Pat Shafer's 25 percent. Brennan and Howell advanced to the general election. Brennan defeated Howell, winning 55–45 percent.

Death Brennan died on August 7, 1979, several weeks after emergency surgery for an aneurysm.