Name: Viewing for Joan C. O'Brien
Start: 2021-07-14T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-07-14T23:00:00.000Z
Location: G. Keenen O'Brien Funeral Home - Bayonne

Joan C. O'Brien Joan C. O'Brien (nee: Allaire) 88, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 11, 2021. Joan was born in Jersey City and resided in Bayonne all her life. Joan was a graduate of Bayonne High School [1950] and the University of Vermont [1954]. She worked at Young & Rubicam Advertising Agency in New York City for several years before leaving to start a family. She later joined her husband and children as the office manager for the G. Keenen O'Brien Funeral Home. Joan had a huge heart, and was always looking for ways to help people. She was a past board member of the Bayonne Y.W.C.A, Program Director for the SEARCH organization for over 10 years, at St. Vincent's Parish she was a Eucharistic minister, member of the Parish Council, Liturgy Committee, helped run the Food Pantry and Giving Tree, and started the Shawl Ministry - which made shawls for cancer patients. She and her husband were also leaders for Pre-Cana - preparing young couples for marriage. Joan loved: her backyard garden, indoor plants, animals of all kind - especially birds, watching football games on TV, singing her heart out at Sunday Mass, knitting, crossword puzzles, spending time with family and friends at the beach in Wildwood Crest and last, but not least, shopping for knick-knacks at the Wildwood and Cape May wicker stores and Christmas shops. Beloved Wife of the late G. Keenen O'Brien. Cherished Mother of Peter K. O'Brien, David E. O'Brien and his wife Andrea, Philip A. O'Brien, Nancy Anderson and her husband Joseph, and the late Kerry Lynn O'Brien. Adoring Grandmother of Meghan R. Anderson. Loving Aunt of many O'Brien Nieces & Nephews. She was preceded in death by her Dear Parents Dorothy and Pierre Allaire. The family would like to extend their thanks to her caregivers, Sylvena, Flo and Winsome for their constant care and companionship. Relatives & Friends are invited to attend the Viewing on Wednesday, July 14th from 3 - 7 PM at the G. Keenen O'Brien Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, July 15th at 10:30 AM at St. Vincent's Church. Interment, Fairview Cemetery, Westfield, NJ. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either: St. Vincent's Food Pantry or Eastern Christian Children's Retreat (envelopes will be available at the funeral home).

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Published by The Jersey Journal on Jul. 13, 2021.

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Daniel Montgomery

July 28, 2021

Peter, Philip, Nancy and Family, your mom was always a woman of courage, strength, hope, and faith. The finest testament to parents is their children and the legacy of strong values they carry from their them. Keenan and your mom will always be proud of all of you. Aloha

Robert and terry constantino

July 23, 2021

All our sympathies on your mother´s passing.

Vincene Steiner

July 19, 2021

I was so sorry to read about the passing of your Mom. Your family has always been there for us,during our time of sorrow. And I am so sorry I could not attend your Mom's wake. Please except my sincere condolences. And a donation in your Mom's name is being made to the St.Vincent's Food Pantry.

Joan Newsome & sons, David & Brian

July 15, 2021

To Peter, David. Philip & Nancy. My husband, Jim & I would meet your parents at restaurants over the years. They were always happy & having fun. Our families benefited from their help over the years. Please accept our sympathy & know we will pray for them & for all your family members.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Rodney A. Hill

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Fred W.Walters

July 14, 2021

Dear Peter,Philip,Nancy and David,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother. Joan was a wonderful and thoughtful lady who always made everyone feel comfortable no matter the circumstances.
May she Rest In Peace with her beloved Keenen and Kerry Lynn.

Kim & Paul Kelly

July 14, 2021

To the O'Brien family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. May she rest in peace.

Mary Petruccello St. Philip the Apostle

July 14, 2021

Dear Peter and family, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear mother. Prayers that you all find comfort in your many memories of her.

Marielle Brown

July 14, 2021

Dear Peter, Philip & Nancy,

I was so sad to hear about the passing of your Mom. She was truly a special woman who was a great influence on my faith and so many others. Her generous spirit and strong beliefs have guided so many. I am very grateful for the years she welcomed my family into her home, the wonderful memories there and of course for her friendship with my parents. I hope you will be at peace knowing that so many were waiting for her in heaven.

Marielle (Fritschy) Brown

John Palombo

July 14, 2021

Peace, Love and Prayers to all the O´Brien Family, in this time of loss..

Nancy Carroll

July 14, 2021

My deepest sympathies Nancy and Philip and to the whole O'Brien clan who has lost a wonderful and loving Women. My prayers are with you and your family. May Joan rest in internal peace.

Leo Smith

July 13, 2021

Nancy, Phil and Family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. I hope that all of your fond and cherished memories of her get you and your family through this most difficult time. May she Rest In Peace.

Anne & Mark Moran

July 13, 2021

Philip, Nancy and O´Brien Family,
Our deepest condolences to all on the loss of your beloved mother.
May she Rest In Peace.

Jack Smith MD

July 13, 2021

To all the OBrein and Anderson families
Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences on the recent loss of your beloved mother
She and the families will be reebered in our prayers
May she rest in peace

Respectfully,
Jack Smith MD

Denise McNerney Mariconi

July 13, 2021

Dear Philip and family,
My condolences for the loss of your beloved mother.

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