JAMES-O'BRIEN-Obituary

JAMES O'BRIEN

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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O'BRIEN, JAMES P. age 82, of Phila, died on December 14, 2011. Son of the late James and Ann (nee Ryan) O'Brien. He graduated from Bishop McLaughlin H.S in Brooklyn NY and Fordham University, and later received his M.B.A. from New York University. James was a Member of the Union...

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I shall always remember Jim's big hello, big smile , big laugh.
Sorry I missed the memorial service. My condolences to all of you.
Eileen Baird

Carol and I met Jim on our honeymoon Cruise in 1992. We realy hit it off. What a great story teller. He loved my jokes and I would call him with a new one when I felt it was southern enoff. I use to tell him about my bar b que ribs. one night we had ribs, I called him and then mailed him a cupple of bones. He loved it. Jim was such a gracious host. He invited us down to Palm Beach several times and we had lunch at his Beach Club. Being not "from the manor born" he made us feel right at home....

We feel lucky to have known Mr. O'Brien! He was always involved and excited about Philadelphia and about people. We appreciated his ideas and his advice. He will be missed.
Amanda and Guy

Enjoyed knowing you since 1947..
John Donohue, Forest Hills

Julie and Patrick, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Although I cannot make the Mass this Thursday, I will be praying for you and your families. I hope you are able to enjoy your Christmas with memories of your dad.

My condolences to Julie and Patrick. I cannot be with you on Thursday, but will be thinking of you. His smile and great laugh will always be with me.
Joshua Klein

Jim was a long time member of the Board of Directors of Philadelphia Hospitality. He promoted Philadelphia in his travels and was generous with his time , energy and support of Philadelphia Hospitality and of many organizations in our community. We will miss him.
Bill Mifflin ( Philadelphia, PA.)

Jim loved theater, cabaret & especially Tony Braitwaite's performances. We were fortunate to share many a joyful evening with Jim & that's the way we will remember him.