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KEVIN J. O'BRIEN

FUNERAL HOME

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

KEVIN O'BRIEN Obituary

KEVIN JOHN O'BRIEN (Age 62)
On Sunday, September 21, 2014, of Olney, MD. Beloved husband of Dorothy Grantham-O'Brien; father of Sean, Meghan and Erin O'Brien; brother of Karen O'Brien and Eileen Zimmerman; grandfather of Graeme, Graysen, and Emma; step-dad of Doug Grantham, Patrick Grantham and Kelly Rinaudot. Relatives and friends may call at St. Patrick's Church, Norbeck & Muncaster Mill Roads, Rockville, MD, Wednesday, from 5 to 8 p.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, September 25 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to benefit the Mission of Mercy at Catholic Charities Foundation, Archdiocese of Washington, 924 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for KEVIN O'BRIEN

32 Entries

John and Teri Knowles

September 29, 2014

Karen and Eileen,
We were so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Bernadette Driscoll Engelstad

September 28, 2014

Bob and I were so sorry to hear the announcement at Blessed Sacrament this evening. We have such fond memories of Kevin from years gone by. Our deepest condolences, Dorothy, to you and to the O'Brien Family.

September 28, 2014

Dear Dorothy and Sean,Meghan, and Erin, Matt and I are heartbroken that we just heard about Kevin(Sunday 9/28). What a shock. Matt considered Kevin one of this best friends even though they saw each other rarely. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Becky Cawood McIntyre

September 25, 2014

Dear Eileen
Your father and brother meant so much to me when I started J/p brokerage at the age of 22. Kevin was a good man and he and your family have influenced my life in so many positive ways. God bless. My deepest condolences Becky Cawood

September 25, 2014

I haven't seen Kevin for many, many years, but I remember him being a kind, often funny individual. my prayers are with the O'Brien family, and I regret not being able to attend his service today. Sincerely, Kathlene Nugent O'Roark

Missy McDonough

September 25, 2014

Words cannot express what Kevin meant to all of us.Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sally & Mike DiMiero

September 25, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all your beautiful memories comfort you.....

Love,
The DiMiero Family

Brenda Grigg

September 25, 2014

Heartfelt Condolences to the O'Brien Family. I have fond memories of Kevin as a man who cared deeply about others, shared his wealth of knowledge and laughed easily. With thoughts of peace and courage for each of you.

Sue Nissley

September 24, 2014

Deepest sympathies to the O'Brien and Grantham extended families. So many fond memories of working with Kevin from when we all started out in the food business 38 years ago. I hope wonderful memories fill your hearts and offer some comfort at this difficult time.

Karen and Tom Fuhr

September 24, 2014

Dear Dorothy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love, Karen and Tom Fuhr

Ty Neal

September 24, 2014

Dorothy and family:
All of us at Matchbox Restaurants are deeply saddened at this news.
OB had so many friends in our restaurant family --- he was our biggest fan --- and we loved him equally in return....
So many thoughts of Kevin's enthusiasm and laughter.
Prayers are with you all during this time.
Ty, Mark, Drew and all at Matchbox

September 24, 2014

Our thoughts are prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Caren & Jorge Garayta

September 24, 2014

Dorothy and O'Brien's,
I wanted to express my empathy for your loss. He was such a fine man and your pain at this time must be intense. Time will heal and best wishes during this difficult time.

Mike Favret

"M" Birnbrauer

September 24, 2014

Dear Karen, Eileen and Family....My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. I know Kevin is now with your Mom and Dad and will watch over you and your families. You are stong women that have endured so much, but you handle it with grace and beauty!! Love and Hugs to all

Mike Basista

September 24, 2014

Erin - we love you
Mike, Martha and Marie

September 24, 2014

Dorothy, we are so sorry. Love and prayers to you and your family. Mary and Gordon Childers

John and Pat Catalano

September 24, 2014

Dorothy, We am so sorry for your loss. Kevin was an incredible and good person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love John and Pat Catalano

Renee Duckworth

September 24, 2014

Erin and Sean,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know he will be missed. Please know that I'm sending you love and prayers and am sorry I won't be able to stop and express my condolences in person because I'm out of town. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Michelle Leary

September 23, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

September 23, 2014

Kevin was a wonderful person and was nice to all he encountered. He was a Terp through and through and was excited at the start of every season for every sport. I will miss him.

Mary Schaaf Mulard

September 23, 2014

Dear O'Brien and Zimmerman Families: It is hard to believe that Kevin passed away. It seems like yesterday, that I was 26, Kevin was 34 and we were all having a blast working for JP Brokerage. I am truly sad for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mary Schaaf Mulard

September 23, 2014

Dear Sean, Meghan and Erin.
Words can't express how sad I am to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a wonderful dad, a great guy and so much fun to be around. My heart goes out to you all.

With love and my prayers
(Oma) Ethel Valois

September 23, 2014

Dear Karen & Eileen: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear brother Kevin.You, as I will have wonderful memories and laughs. You are in our prayers. Love red & San

September 23, 2014

Dear Dorothy & Family:Words will never be enough as you try to get through this. Be assured you are in every thought and prayer. God Bless all of you. Love Uncle Fred & Aunt San

September 23, 2014

Eileen and family, this is such a difficult and overwhelming loss for you. And, I mean it when I say that you are being prayed every day. xo, Vivian

Diane Kappes

September 23, 2014

Meghan and family,
We are so saddened by the loss of your father. We hope that you can be comforted by your memories. Love, Steve and Diane

September 23, 2014

Dear Karen and Family,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray that the experience of God's true and present love will comfort you with a peace that passes all understanding as you go through this difficult time.

With love and my prayers,

Tamara Hull

McCarthy

September 23, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)

September 23, 2014

Dear Erin,

Tony and I were saddened to hear about the untimely loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, we're so sorry for your loss.

Tony and Sue Bigbee

Nikki Leary

September 23, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Clark and Kathie Mester

September 23, 2014

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin was a wonderful person and will be missed.

Kathleen Minnich

September 23, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the O'Brien family. What a tremendous Impact Kevin had on the Food Service Community and everyone he touched. We will miss him ! Kevin has left a great Legacy for others to follow. Everyone in the Marzetti Family is praying for you in this time of sorrow.
Kathleen Minnich
T. Marzetti company

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