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Sally O'Brien Obituary

O'Brien, Sally Ann "Gal"

Sally Ann "Gal" O'Brien, 70 of Cable, Ohio passed away, Monday, March 13, 2023 in the OSU Medical Center with her family by her side.

She was born September 8, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of the late Joseph and Esther (Freysinger) O'Brien.

Sally was a 1970 graduate of Triad High School. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling the world. She loved attending the Qfm96 Breakfast Club, concerts, or local band shows. She loved spending time with her family; especially Easter, when she would make her famous Lasagna.

Sally Gal was one in a million, the most patient, kind, caring, big hearted and genuine soul anyone would ever meet. She will be sadly missed by all.

Sally is survived by her sisters, Carolyn (Jim) Reid and Nancy (Bill) Instine; her nieces and nephews, Sandy (Tracy) Keeran, Mike (Kirsten) Reid, Angie Instine, Matt (Tamara) Reid, Chris (Denelle) Instine and Mark (Kate) Reid; great nieces and nephews, Brittany (Adam) Casper, Nick Keeran, Jake Reid, Alex Reid, Cameran Reid, Robey Reid, Drue Instine, Dylan Kuntz, Kimber Instine, Gaven Kuntz, Bria Reid, Austyn Reid, Ashlie Espinosa and Michael Espinosa; great, great nieces and nephews, Hadley Keeran, Harper Keeran, Oakley Casper, Sydney Foster and one on the way, Briggs Casper; as well as very close friends, Carl, Sandy, John and Mary.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her aunt & Uncle, Imogene and Carl Freysinger.

A celebration gathering will be held at the family's convenience. Arrangements are entrusted to VERNON FUNERAL HOME, Urbana, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Champaign County Shriner's, C/O Al Johnson, 4373 Bump Road, Cable, Ohio 43009 or to the Cancer Association of Champaign County, P. O. Box 38125, Urbana, Ohio 43078.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vernonfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Springfield News Sun on Mar. 16, 2023.

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Rosemary Cauley

July 26, 2023

My condolences to the family of Sally, especially Carolyn and Nancy. I only just learned of her passing. Sally had a big heart and was always open to a good time. She will be sadly missed, but the loving memories of her be with all of you in the days and weeks ahead.

Joy Corry

March 19, 2023

Just wanted to add that Sally was so kind and fun to be around.I remember her from Core Molding.My condolences to all!

Candy Nibert

March 17, 2023

So sorry for your loss. She will be missed. Candy Rathbun Nibert and family.

Socorro Gonzalez Lianex

March 17, 2023

I am so deeply sorry to hear of Sally´s passing. She is my friend who I loved dearly. She is a daughter, sister and aunt who loved her family. Peace be with her.

Joyce Layne

March 16, 2023

Carolyn, Jim, Nancy, Bill and family. I am so very sorry to hear of Sally's passing.
I will never ever forget Sally. We sure had some adventures. I know her as "Samurai Sally". I'll have to tell you the story sometime. I am saddened that I didn't get to see her last summer. Rest in peace Sally Gal.
Sincere condolences
Joyce Layne

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