Robert O'Brien

Robert O'Brien obituary

Robert O'Brien

Robert O'Brien Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 4, 2010.
O'Brien, Robert CLIFTON PARK Dr. Robert D. O'Brien, D.C., Ph.C., of Beltrone L.C. and formerly of Clifton Park, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2010 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn surrounded by his loving family. He was 84. Born at home on August 11, 1925 to the late Daniel and Sara Madigan O'Brien. He was raised and educated in the Bronx. He entered the Army Air Corps, within two years, he had 36 combat missions as a B 29 radar operator in the China-Burma-India Theater and from Tinian Island in the Western Pacific. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, four Air Medals, the Asiatic Pacific medal with silver star and others awards. Unfortunately within this early time period, his only brother, James O'Brien was a victim of the war. On his return home, he graduated from Manhattan College, he met and married Barbara McNamara, his love, companion, and supporter for 56 years. Dr. O'Brien served the Clifton Park community for 35 of his 50-year chiropractic career before retiring to Beltrone L.C. in Colonie. He was a charter member of the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard, and several veterans organizations including: VFW 1498, DAV, CBI, Hump Pilots and others. He was also a member of St. Edwards K of C. In addition to his wife Barbara, he is survived by his children, Maura O'Brien, Monica (Charles) Paddock, Margaret (Michael) Walsh, Kathleen (David) Triller and James (Jacquelyn) O'Brien; his sister, Margaret (Paul) Krachenfels; and 11 grandchildren, Daniel and Michael Triller, Colleen Paddock, Caitlin Walsh, Leslie Paddock, Meghan and Sean Walsh, Ryan Triller, Fiona, Ryley and Noah O'Brien. In addition to his parents and brother, Robert was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen and his granddaughter, Lauren Walsh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 5, 2010 in St. Edward the Confessor Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park with Father Pat Butler, pastor, officiating. Relatives and friends may call prior to the Mass from 9 to 10:00 a.m. at the Church. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with military honors. The family would like to thank the Veteran Administration Care, Dr. Flesh and Dr. Brill, the staff at Beltrone L.C., as well as Erin and Gail from St Peter's Hospice Care. Memorial contribution information and online remembrances are available at www.chasesmithfamily.com

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September 1, 2010

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August 9, 2010

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Bonnie & Ernie

September 1, 2010

Doc O'Brien was a wonderful chiropractor and an even more wonderful man. As someone already mentioned, he was always there when you needed him. We really enjoyed visiting with him during & after our adjustments, and were sad when he retired. We will miss him...

August 11, 2010

I wanted to apologize for misspelling honor and leaving out the e in quiet. just wanted to let you know I cought them. I miss your adjustments and I will always be thankful for keeping us inlined. Everyone needs a good crack once in awhile. We all miss you

Cyndi Rekemeyer

August 9, 2010

Dear Barbara and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. O'Brien was a wonderful and caring man. I always enjoyed our conversations, he was so kind and understanding. He went out of his way to treat his patients, he always had time to listen and never did he not find time to treat you, even on Sunday's if you called. There will never be anyone like him, he was so special. May you find comfort knowing that he is no longer in pain.

He Loved his wonderful wife, his children and grandchildren. I know you miss him dearly, cherished the many memories he left behind to comfort you through this time of sorrow and grief. God bless all of you.

August 9, 2010

Dear Margaret and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a very special person to so many people. I'm so sorry we were not able to be with you in person. May his memories help you through the pain. God bless,
love,
Jeanmarie, George and family

August 5, 2010

Thank you for all you have taught me & for all your swings and hugs. Thank you for your sunday pancakes and patience and the big white bear rug. Thank you for cartoons in the back room, kiwis off the vine, your help with school projects and keeping me in line.
I will miss you but you will always be in my heart.
I hope you watch us from heaven and we make you proud (and that our spelling and grammar are correct)
Love you Grandpa,
YLD :-) & favorite granddaughter in her age group

August 4, 2010

I am thankful for all you have given to us and had given up for us, all your hard work and dedication to country,family and friends you will be missed by all, even if you thought otherwise. I am proud of you and all your accomplishments in life. I am blest with a wonderful mother, sisters and brother and extended family.Iam so very honered I had the chance to pay it forward by being there for you when you needed it most as you were always there for us. Being there for you on August 2nd as you for me so long ago, the best gift to me was knowing you were resting painfree in peace and quit. Love you always and I know you will too. Rest in peace you deserve it.

Debbie Malette

August 4, 2010

Monica,Chuck & Daughters,
Sorry to here about your father, if you need any thing just let me know. You will be in my prayers.

Carolyn Wright

August 4, 2010

Dear Monica, Chuckie, Colleen & Leslie,
Sorry to hear you are in mourning again this week. Aunt Madaline last week & Dad/Grandpa now. Wish I was there to give you a hug. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Love to all, Carolyn Wright

August 4, 2010

May our Lord & Savior rap His loving arms around you & carry you with His strength at this time of need.
Love & Prayers,
Your neighbor Peggy Hinkell

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

August 4, 2010

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

William mcCauliffe

August 4, 2010

My prays are with the family and my condolences to his wife. I feel so sad for you this day. I have a idea what you all re going though because I lost my mouther 4 years all go and the pain never go's away. From William McCauliffe

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