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James O'Brien Obituary

O'BRIEN James J. of Medford, February 14, 2014. Beloved husband of Kerri Ann (Welch) O’Brien. Loving and devoted father of Courtney, Brendan and Jeremiah O'Brien. Dear son of Maureen and James O’Brien and brother of Robert O'Brien, all of Medford. Deeply missed by his loyal dog Lucky. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main Street, MEDFORD, Friday February 21 at 10:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Clement Church, 71 Warner Street, Medford at 11:00 A.M. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the O'Brien Children Trust, c/o Bank of America, 278 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA 02155. To leave a message of condolence visit www.dellorusso.net Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington

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Published by Boston Herald on Feb. 19, 2014.

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May 12, 2014

Words cannot express our deep sadness for your loss. May God bless you all.
Love and prayers,
Paul and Sandra Curtin
Kevin and Suzanne Hall
Brett and Alison Howlett

February 26, 2014

Very sorry for your loss.

Patty Houlihan

February 24, 2014

Dear Kerri, Courtney, Brendan, and Jeremiah, we were so sorry to hear the news. Our hearts go out to Jim, all of you and the Welsh and O'Brien families. May God grant you strength and gentle healing until you see Jim again. Love, Jim, Tina and Patty Houlihan

Kelley Ann Hurley

February 20, 2014

My dearest family , how I wish I could be there for you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of my cousin and will cherish them forever. Aunt Maureen Uncle Jimmy and Bobby I'm sending you all my love and to Kerri Court Brendan and Jerry I love you guys and sending you my love and prayers.

mark banks

February 20, 2014

Kerri I am so, sorry to hear of this aweful tragic event to come so suddenly our thoughts and prayers to you your kids and all the Obrien family




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Kathy (Wedge) Pokorny

February 19, 2014

Dear O'Brien Family, May God Bless each of you with comfort and peace at this difficult time of sadness and loss! I recall Cousin Jimmy, as a gentle young man with a sweet and shy smile, and a genuine gentle nature about him!! May Jimmy rest in God's comfort and peace....We never loose our loved ones--We place them in God's gentle care! My prayers go out to each of you; God Bless you Maureen, Jimmy, Bobby, Kerry, and children and your entire beautiful family! I love you all! Xo Kathy and Family

The Boyd Family

February 19, 2014

Sorry for your lo

February 19, 2014

When love is lost, do not bow your head in sadness; instead keep your head up high and gaze into heaven for that is where your broken heart has been sent to heal. To the O'Brien & Welch Families - may God Bless you during these most trying days ahead. "We Never Lose Those We Give To God" - Deepest Sympathies.
Stephen & Kathleen Todd & Family.

paul breen

February 19, 2014

God, Bless to the O'Brien family for your loss. THE BREEN'S of charlestown

February 19, 2014

To Obie.. I send you and your family all of my love during such a devastating time. You are a wonderful and sweet man who I have the pleasure of seeing all the time and I'm sure your son had a warm heart just as big of yours. My prayers are with you and your family. Bless you all.

- little Rachel

steve jaynes

February 19, 2014

Sorry for your loss

Tammy Gonzalez

February 19, 2014

So sorry for this sad time in your lives. You are in my thought and prayers today and everyday. I love you Tammy

February 19, 2014

To the O'Brien Family, Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. So sorry for your loss. The Mongiovi Family.

hertha rocco

February 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

February 19, 2014

Dear Kerri and Family. Jimmy was always one of the most thoughtful and kindest young men we have ever known and above all lived for his family. There is no question he is now embraced by God and is at peace. Stay strong. You are in our prayers. With heartfelt love and deepest sympathy, God Bless you all. Love, Maureen and Bob White (Tammy's Parents) XL

Shannon Cain

February 19, 2014

Courtney and family my heart is with you and your family I am so sorry

Connie Johnson

February 19, 2014

Love, prayers and God's peace to you all.

Connie, Dave, Kevin and Philip

The Zizzo Family

February 19, 2014

Words will never describe the saddness that I feel for
your loss of a good husband and a great dad. . . may
God and his angels surround you during this difficult time
and may Jim's spirit be with all of you forever.
Blessings,
The Zizzo Family

tammy Gonzalez

February 18, 2014

My heart is with you all always. Wish I could do more and make it all better. Love to all and especially you Courtney. I know you were his little gir and that is a speciial place in a dad's heart

Donna MacAdams

February 18, 2014

Kerri
There are no words to comfort you during this difficult time. Jimmy lit up a room and had a heart of gold.
He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Love
Donna & Scotty MacAdams

Gail Comeau

February 18, 2014

Kerry, I am so sorry to hear this news about Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gail (Amerault) Comeau

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20

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Dello Russo Funeral Home - Medford

306 Main Street, Medford, MA 02155

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21

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

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306 Main Street, Medford, MA 02155

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21

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Clement Church

71 Warner Street, Medford , MA

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