BORN

1925

DIED

2019

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Thomas O'Brien Obituary

Thomas James O'Brien

October 8, 1925 – August 30, 2019

Tom passed away at home at the age of 93. A native San Franciscan, he grew up in the Mission, the youngest in a family of six children. He attended St. Charles grammar school and Sacred Heart High School. He graduated early in February of 1944 to enlist in the Navy. Upon his return he studied accounting at the University of San Francisco.
Tom had a strong work ethic. As a teenager, he delivered newspapers and sold magazines door to door. He worked as a milkman for Golden State Company before starting his 29-year career with the City & County of San Francisco.
Tom was very social and enjoyed parties with family and friends. He enjoyed traveling, gardening and baking. He was known for gifting tins of his homemade cookies and caramels. He was quick to laugh and a great dancer. He had a full and active life.
He was a family man who delighted in the birth of each new child and watching them grow. He was a great support and inspiration to us all. Tom loved spending time at his summer home in Loch Lomond with four generations of O'Briens.
Tom is survived by his bride of 70 years, Barbara O'Brien, and their children, Colleen (Steve), Dennis, Carol (Ray), Jeanne, Lisa (Slobodan), Kevin (Janine), Laurie, and John (Peggy). He was predeceased by his daughter Lynn, his son-in-law Michael and his sons, Tom and Tim. He was the loving grandfather to 25 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 11:00am, with visitation at 10:30am, at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 39th and Lawton Street, San Francisco. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom's memory may be made to Holy Name School, holynamesf.com, Sacred Heart Cathedral Prep, shcp.edu, or Charles Armstrong School, charlesarmstrong.org.


Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 6 to Sep. 8, 2019.
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Mr. O´Brien, you were a source of strength for me in my early college years visiting your family. You were also connected with my parents in your early years in St Charles School and in the Mission District. Thank you for getting to know you and this support!
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Joe Ehrmann

August 31, 2022

I remember Tom in the 1970's and maybe into the 880's when I had the chance to see him as a man who had a good sense of humor. It was nice to be around him. He kept his report around a big house hold of kids and neighbors. I miss him. May he be at peace in his long rest. I extend my sorrow at his passing and his life of fun and always remembering my parents who he knew at St Charles Grammar School. Thank you Tom for your hospitality when my household didn't offer me much, I needed more fun. Thank you. Take good care, the O'Brien family. You were one of my life savers as I grew up to be able to visit you.
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Joseph F Ehrmann

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August 31, 2020

To the O'Brien family,I am sorry to read of the loss of your dad. I will keep him and your families in my prayers.

George & Patty Fogarty

September 10, 2019

Although we didn't know him well, Thomas was a great role model and strong influence in the lives of Sean and James O'Brien. Sending our love and prayers to you .

Steve and Dolores Burden

September 8, 2019

Very sorry to hear about our neighbor, condolences to the family.
Rick and LaPriel Ross

September 7, 2019

To the O'Brien's, I am saddened to hear the news of the Father of the large brood's passing. He was a good, loving person. Much appreciated to visit the family in the late sixties and maybe early seventies as one of my second homes'. I send my sincere sympathies to the O'Brien family and hope they have peace and love in his memory as a great, supportive and loving Father, Grandfather and Great grandfather and friend. I also pass on my sympathies to the others who have passed on. I did not hear of their deaths. Take good care, all of you!!!

Joe Ehrmann

September 7, 2019

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