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Richard O'Brien Obituary

Richard O'Brien D.O. Age 67, of San Francisco, California, passed away on October 21, 2012. He is survived by his parents, Arthur and Marjorie O'Brien of Port Huron and sisters Patricia Frenzel of Dunwoody GA, nd Marilyn O'Brien of Port Huron. Memorial service will be on Friday November 23 at 1 p.m. at Sanctuary at Mercy Village, 3rd Floor Sun Room, Fort Gratiot.

Published by The Times Herald on Nov. 18, 2012.
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Missing you so much Ricky. Hope you have found peace and happiness in heaven with mom and dad without myself and Patsy being around .. so sorry you're gone. Wish we had lived closer. Love forever and until we meet again your lil sister Marilyn

Marilyn O'Brien

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October 21, 2014
It is really difficult to grasp that two years have passed. I talk with close friends who continue to feel your absence . . . Sunday the 19th felt more like the 2nd anniversary so two of us raised a glass of that Austrian vodka in a toast to you. I learned from Patsy that your Dad is now with you. Mud & Barge (cute!) back together as well. We think about you with the upcoming game -- you'd have loved it -- Kansas City and SF. Much loved person . . . your spirit lives on.

KathyO

October 21, 2014

We had been out of touch for so long, but nobody could make me laugh at myself like you. I wish I understood what happened to you. I'm sorry you're gone.

Sherry Spitzer

March 30, 2014

Hey Rx - Still miss ya. Just no one around who was so funny. Now that I'm laid off we could go hiking during the week. You always loved to do that - lots of parking and not so many people on the trails. Same weather as last year - no edible mushrooms on the September and October forays, so no chanterelle dishes on the table. You'd be disappointed that the A's didn't get too far and what teams did head for the World Series. You could have bet your dad when the Tigers were playing. I keep finding little things around the house - you always rearranged the toys to make the collection more interesting. They're pretty static now. - Colleen

Colleen Sudekum

October 22, 2013

Sunday October a year later; tomorrow the anniversary. Your first year in the realm beyond this life.

Kathy

October 20, 2013

Today is your birthday - a day you loved to celebrate with each of your friends - - and sometimes as a group of Leos (so many Leo women in your life!). Our hearts long to sing to you, share wine, a walk, a touch. We'd celebrate the 'astrological birthday': Sun in Leo and the Moon in Aquarius. We remember sharing summer's treasures of lingering sunsets and coastal trails .... where I sometimes wonder whether I have been graced by your presence. Happy Birthday Dear Richard. I love you and miss you.

Kathy

July 26, 2013

January 21st: Three months ago today . . . We continue to mourn your absence and look for your heroic, playful and artistic spirit in the Redwoods, the seashore, and in dreams.

Kathy

January 21, 2013

I just found out we lost Richard while I was trying to track him down to see him. I mistakenly always took it for granted that he would be there. He was a tremendously unique and great healer. I felt safer knowing he was there to go to. He always identified what was wrong and how to fix it -- always and he never sought enlisting you into his practice...very generous, warm and practical. Filled with all kinds of outside of the box information. Huge loss for us here without him. Thank you, Richard for all you did in your life. Much love. Sasha

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Thoughts and prayers with the O'Brien family.

John & Diane Mitchell

November 19, 2012

Richard ( high school classmate & friend ) although our paths took divergent directions I remember you with a smile. Lost track of you in CA. Good memories and a warm feeling --- RIP.

John Allore

November 18, 2012

Dear Marilyn and family,
Sorry for the loss of Richard .

Sincerely, Estaleda

Esta Vogan

November 18, 2012

Our discourse of over 40 years covered multiple subjects, we only touched on the final hurrah once. I will treasure the last 3 photos you mail a month ago and will miss our monthly phone calls. Rest in Peace my friend Richard

Christine Aragon

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Today is November 17th when a community of your friends will gather. If tears could bring you back, you'd be welcomed into the arms of a chorus of people who love you. I've been moved by stories of how tenderly you cared for people in their times of need.
Oh Richard, I miss you so much. You were amazing; you were an artist in many domains: as a physician/healer, as a lover of color and paintings, and as a participant in the mysteries of life and love. What you dealt with over the last few years was a remarkable and a rare feat. You faced and reconciled a lifetime of challenges, emerging with a lightness and love. You walked the talk – you lived life completely in tune with your true nature of curiosity, generosity, creativity; a desire to learn, and being connected to your artistic soul, your friends, and your family.
I am grateful for what you taught me by example and for the enduring love that we shared.... Today I will be with many others who love you as well, so we can share that sense of peace, beauty and hope that you lived.
And surrounding it all is Love.

Kathy

November 17, 2012

Dear Richard,You were such a happy spirit, I will miss you immensely, I can't believe you are gone, I cherish all our childhood memories of you and of late, the time we went sailing on ST. Clair river and you were the captain of the ship.... I am writing this on my birthday, I will miss your funny birthday phone calls you made to me every year... so sorry you left us so soon...love

Marilyn O'Brien

November 14, 2012

My sweet, noble and gracious twin-mate. You are the original edgy Renaissance man. You have the heart and soul of an artist. A scholar, an intellect, and a Leo extraordinaire (after all you do share your B-day with Sir Mick Jagger).

I am sending you smiles, laughter, love, and a burger from Liverpool Lil's! When we meet again on the other side, I will be the one wearing your favorite Opium perfume with a smirk on my face.

K

November 13, 2012

may your journey be lined with stars, dear friend. thank you for taking good care of all of me, of all of us, and making it your particular kind of fun on the way.

mary

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Richard was my savior many years ago when back went into spasm and became a friend. His passing brings sadness and he will be missed.

Trish Hooper

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Richard 'Art' O'Brien, the irritainer. I really miss your funny insightful comments. You would have a few things to say about these times. - Colleen Sudekum, old close friend.

November 9, 2012

I miss you my dear friend! Iwill always have memories of the great times we had together

Martha

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November 9, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr Richard O'Brien. I remember his kindness and encouragement and how very much the nursing staff loved working with him at Mary's Help Hospital in the late 1970's. Sincerely, Marge Silva

Margaret Silva

November 9, 2012

November 8, 2012

To Richard: Friend, traveling companion, and fellow jokester. I thought there would be more fun times. I was wrong. You're gone and I miss you.

Spencer

November 8, 2012

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