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William O'BRIEN Obituary

Published by Edmonton Journal from Aug. 18 to Aug. 19, 2014.

O'BRIEN, William (Bill) John
On August 14, 2014, Bill O'Brien passed away at the age of 73 years.
Lovingly remembered by his wife Sharon; children Shellee (Gary), Doug (Wendy) and Renee; stepdaughter Denise; grandchildren Paul, Alison, Dylan, Austin, Matthew, Kane and Torin and great- granddaughter Eva; sister Ruth Ann (Ralph); sister-in-law Doris, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Bill was predeceased by his brother Bob and sister Shirley.
Bill devoted 32 years of his life, as a firefighter with the Edmonton Fire Department.
Many thanks to all the family and friends for the care and compassion they showed throughout their visits.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., at Serenity Funeral Service North Chapel, 10129 – Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton.


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August 19, 2014

Rey Moline

Sorry to hear about Bill another good guy gone.To Sharon and family remember the good times

August 19, 2014

Sherry Rinholm

My sincere condolences to Sharon and the family. Sorry I won't be able to attend the memorial today, You are all in my prayers. Bill was always a great guy to talk to and was a great inspiration to me.

August 19, 2014

Dale+Raelene Living

Having worked with OB and enjoyed his company I can only hope he is at rest at last.

August 19, 2014

Doug Fischer

I knew Bill through Sharon and Denise. Consistently of good humour. Always an interesting guy to talk to.

A fun guy to golf with. Wish we'd done that a few more times...

My very best wishes to Sharon and Denise and the rest of Bill's family....

August 19, 2014

Tom and Leona Hatton

We are very sorry we are unable to attend Bill's memorial. We have been thinking about you both these past few days - remembering all the good times we've had with you.
Our thoughts are with you.

August 18, 2014

Dan Elaine Taschuk

Sharon and Family
I worked with Bill as a DC for a couple of and have many fond memories. We retired together and Bill joined the Nasa golf group and he was my partner up until about a month ago. I will always remember and admire his courage this golf season as he struggled to play but was determined to complete 18 holes . We will miss his wit and humor .He is gone but will always be in our memories . Dan+Elaine Taschuk

August 18, 2014

On behalf of the Edmonton FireFighters Memorial Society, Please accept our deepest condolences on Bill's passing.
He will be truly missed!
I have been told how well respected Bill was on the Fire Department for his leadership and how he cared for the people that he worked with.

We want to give your family time to grieve your loss but if you could please mark Friday Sept 11th 2015 on your calendar, as that will be the day of our Annual Remembrance Ceremony.
It will be the day that we remember all those members that we have lost in the past year.
It is also a very special ceremony as we have the family members of those members involved in the event itself.
It gives us all a chance to say goodbye and it helps with the closure as well.

If I could have a family member to contact me at 780-619-1564 or at [email protected] then I can get back to them and we can talk about arrangements for next years ceremony.

In closing, please accept our deepest condolences on your loss and know that Bill will be missed by many.

Noel Bugnet
Edmonton FireFighters Memorial Society

August 18, 2014

Jim & Jann Flannagan

Jim always said "Billy's a good guy" and Jim has always been selective in his "good guy " comments. You will be missed Billy, by alot of people.

August 18, 2014

Glen Feys

I worked with Bill for many years on E F D and I am saddened to hear of his passing. He will be missed.

August 18, 2014

I was a Captain at #6 Bill was my Chief,i enjoyed cooking chineese food for him and his great sence of humor. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Brian & Gloria Arbuckle

August 18, 2014

Kathy Hamelin

Thank you Bill for lighting the way for me so I too could walk One Day At A Time.

August 18, 2014

Randy Shantz

I had the opportunity to work with Bill at Station 3 some 28 years ago and again downtown at Station 1. I will always remember the permanent grin he had on his face and the ease at which he laughed. He will be missed.

August 18, 2014

Caption O'B interviewed me when I joined the department. I then had the opportunity to work with him as my Captain and as my Chief. I also had the chance to curl against him in the fire league. A great smile and a great mentor. He will be missed.

Al Cooke

August 18, 2014

Bill Schur

Our condolences to Sharon & family. I had the opportunity to work with Bill on the Edmonton Fire Department and really enjoyed working with him. We was a very knowledgeable leader and a kind gentle man. I will miss him

August 18, 2014

Leslie and Mario Schaefer

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

August 18, 2014

Randy Brown

Thank you Bill for your humor, your insight and your attitude. Yours was a positive presence that lifted spirits and inspired those who were blessed with your friendship. Rest well friend, you have earned it.

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