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Norma O'Brien Obituary

O'Brien, Norma OCEANSIDE -- It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Norma. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She was a very strong, independent, beautiful woman. She was called to heaven after her courageous battle with cancer on July 24th, 2014. She is survived by her two sons, Scott O'Brien (Elena), Shawn O'Brien (Julia); five grand children, Kristina, Kiersten, Kamryn , Jake and Shawn. She also leaves behind four siblings, Rusty Vardy (Sheri), Barbara Carter (Wendal), Billy Vardy (Barbara), Denise Colby (John); and numerous nieces and nephews that she loved very much. Norma loved to be spontaneous and adventurous. She enjoyed anything that involved her family and friends laughing and spending time together. Especially camping and traveling with the grandkids during summer. A private celebration of life will be planned in the near future.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune from Jul. 30 to Aug. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Norma O'Brien

18 Entries

October 9, 2014

Oh I am so sad to hear of my friend Norma's passing. I just knew something had happened and I tried so hard to find her.
I loved her and my family loved her as one of their own. You will be missed and loved forever.
I know you are with Aunt Pat and Uncle Jim...

Pam Holland (Coan)

Denise Colby

August 14, 2014

It's already Aug. 14th and you wouldn't believe how many things I've come across that you would have loved. Yesterday I ate at Mickey's Diner in St. Pain. It's historical. You would have loved their food. I thought of you when I was there and of how much energy you would have had. Even though you were older than I was, you would drag me at a fast pace and I'd have a hard time keeping up. Today I'm going to Stillwater, picture that. You would be smiling. I miss you.

August 3, 2014

I'm really missing you today, Norma! Our daily phone calls were so important to us. I am forever grateful for the wonderful trip you took me on last summer. The memories of our lives as sisters will keep me strong. I know you are watching over us. May peace be with you always.

Paulette

August 3, 2014

My condolence to the family. R.I.P. Norma.

Candy Daniels-Reid

August 1, 2014

Our beloved Norma was called "home" too soon, maybe God needed a strong and loyal class act lady to help out. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her and that is everyone that ever met her. The memories flow of high school and beyond as she raised her family. I will always love Norma and will keep the Vardy/O'Brien family in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynn McKeown

August 1, 2014

RIP Norma. I enjoyed having you as my Face book Friend. Will miss you on here. And condolences to all the family.

July 31, 2014

Norma, you were a real kick at San Onofre Nuclear Plant. You knew everybody! I lost contact with you over the years, and was shocked to read of your passing. Rest in Peace Dear Norma. Love, Niki Coates

Denise Colby

July 31, 2014

So sad.. I miss you.

July 30, 2014

Norma.... My Big Sister. I always admired you! The way you would just "go" and "do it".... Jesus said, "I came that they might have life and have abundantly" You lived a full life... and it was abundant. You have left a wonderful legacy for all of us to build upon. As Sheri says, "We love you Aunt Norma Jumping Bean".... You were my childrens' Aunt Norma Jumping Bean. You were wonderful to me and Sheri! We love you! Our prayers are with Scott and Elena and Shawn and Julia and of course, all the O'brien grandchildren. Our condolences are with our family and Norma's Friends... Rusty Vardy

Carol Valentine-Balmer

July 30, 2014

So many great memories from our high school days, rest in peace my dear friend, I will miss you.

July 30, 2014

Love you dearest Cousin Norma. Your beautiful and positive spirit will be so missed. Until we see each other again...
Patti Schermerhorn

Barbara Foust Flohr

July 30, 2014

Godspeed sweet Norma.. You will be missed

Billy Vardy

July 30, 2014

Thank you Scott and Shawn for such a true reflection of who your sweet Mother is. Though we are all saddened at her passing, we are grateful for her courageous battle and enduring to the end. I will continue to miss her, but have solace in knowing that she is pain free and at home. God bless you all for your unwavering love and devotion to my dear sister. We love you all, Uncle Billy and Aunt Barb ??

Diane G.

July 30, 2014

The most courageous woman I've ever known. Never sugar coated anything & you faced your cancer head on. You were ready to dance in the Heavens. I shall truly miss our chats on FB & wish I'd kept them all. Much love Norma, R.I.P. dear friend

Candy Powell

July 30, 2014

R. I. P. You will be missed. Thank you for the friendship and memories.

Naomi Vardy

July 30, 2014

Love you Aunt Norma ??

Candy Powell

July 30, 2014

well my friend your journey is over. You fought a long hard battle. I will always be grateful for the years we had. but now you're in a better place and no more pain. I will miss you Spunky and all the laughter. When I think of you there will always be a smile. R. I. P. And remember God is in charge.

Nancy Andersen

July 30, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family. Norma will be greatly missed. So many fond memories of our high school days. My wish for your family, Norma, is to stay as strong as you were??

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