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Richard O'Brien Obituary

O'BRIEN, RICHARD J., 94, of Warren died Tuesday at RI Hospital. For over 60 years he was the beloved husband of Emily (Rose) O'Brien. Loving father of Mary Jane and Philip Albert of Barrington; Helen O'Brien of Attleboro, MA; and Noreen Dallaire of Riverside. He leaves 3 grandchildren.

Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road where family will be receiving friends Thursday 5-8 p.m. Funeral 9 a.m. Friday from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 500 Metacom Ave., Warren. Burial in St Jean Baptiste Cemetery. Visit: www.celebratewithsmith.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 8, 2008.

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Carole-Ann Burgess

October 10, 2008

Dear Helen,
Thinking of you during this time of loss. God Bless.
Carole-Ann

Joanne Soccio

October 9, 2008

Dear Noreen-

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know your father is very meaningful to you and my thoughts and heart are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Pat Keegler

October 9, 2008

Noreen and Helen,

Sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts are with both of you and the family.

Pat Keegler

Mary Ann Doyle

October 9, 2008

Dear Helen, We were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. We know what a close family you are so we know he will be deeply missed. Be thankful for all the wonderful years you had with him. Our sympathy to you and all your family.

Love, Mary Ann and Joe

Brenda Oldak

October 8, 2008

Dear Helen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Brenda

judy maloney

October 8, 2008

Dear Helen,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Judy

Nancy Beach

October 8, 2008

Dear Helen,
I am extremely saddened by this news and wish to offer you my sincerest condolances. He must have been a great Dad knowing what a terrific daughter he raised.
God Bless you.
Nancy Beach

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