Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - North Olmsted
North Olmsted, Ohio
Oct 7, 1937 – Sep 27, 2021 (Age 83)
KATHRYN A. "KAY" O'BRIEN (nee O'Brien), age 83, beloved wife of 62 years to Thomas J.; loving mother of Timothy (Gwyn), Terry (Kim), Colleen and Bridgit McFarland (Brian); proud grandmother of Kelly, Amy, Mitchell, Kathryn, Maeve and Elizabeth; sister of Patrick O'Brien (deceased) (Bobbie) and Gerald O'Brien (deceased) (Nancy); sister-in-law of Ann Landfield (Channy, deceased); aunt of Amy Lejeune and Michael, Patrick and Jerry O'Brien. Kay was a Registered Nurse and retired from St. John Westshore Hospital. Passed away September 27, 2021. Memorial Mass Saturday, November 6, St. Joseph Church (32946 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake) at 10 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland, 10016 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106. "Kay wasn't a great gambler but was a great wife, mother, grandmother and friend." Arrangements by CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED (216) 251-6566.
Read MoreOur deepest sympathy & condolences to Tom & the entire O'Brien family. Kay will be missed by all who were blessed to know her.
Hy-Tek Material Handling-Cleveland, OH
November 10, 2021 | Work
I am so grateful to have called Kay friend. Her leadership on our team in getting St. John West Shore open and caring for patients was special. I am so grateful. My love and prayers for Kay, her family and friends are with you.
Memorial Mass same time as funeral for one of our Sisters.
Sister Judith Ann.
Sr. Judith Ann Karam
November 06, 2021 | Richfield, OH | Friend
Dear O’Brien Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Been thinking about you and remembering how Mrs. O’Brien gave me the opportunity to earn some money babysitting. I’m especially recalling her voice and enthusiasm!
My deepest sympathy,
Laura
Laura Chadwick Driscoll
November 05, 2021 | Wellington, OH | Friend
I worked with Tom and had the pleasure of meeting Kay at our Holiday parties. My wife Diane and I Are so very happy to have known her. She and Tom are some of the finest people we have ever met. God Bless Her.
Steve & Diane Kiktavy
November 02, 2021 | Canfield, OH | Acquaintance
Kay and pat kilbane lived across the hall from me during those wonderful young years at St E’s. Seeing you both at reunions was a happy experience and I am glad you enjoyed so many years together. Condolences and prayers to all the O’Brien family
Nancy Moran Bodell
October 08, 2021 | Kiawah Island, SC
Wonderful person and sense of humor.
Mary and Bob Kushman
October 06, 2021 | Avon Lake, OH | Friend
Sincere sympathy to Tom, Bridget, Colleen, Timothy, Terry, Ann Landfield & all family. Thinking of you all here in Ireland . May dear Kay rest in eternal peace. God bless. Kay’s cousin Kathleen McNulty O’Malley & family, Burrishoole, Newport, Co. Mayo. Ireland
Kathleen O’Malley
October 04, 2021 | Family
Thinking of you Tom and family. Sincerely Nancy & Bill Tibbits
Nancy Tibbits
October 02, 2021 | Berea, OH | Friend
Oh, wow, does this hurt. To the O’Brien family- your mom ( and wife, and grandma) was the best. All those years playing in the fields next door to your house, your mom would serve us up some drinks and snacks, as well as keep us in line. She was always so upbeat and ready to listen to our tales! Her smile was infectious and her love for you guys ( as well as the other Walmar-Walker Road kids) was strong. Neighborhoods are so different now- we had one of the best in the world, and Mrs. O’...
Amy Chadwick Manco
September 29, 2021 | Avon Lake, OH | Friend
