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Mark D. O'Brien
1960-2010 BUSKIRK, N.Y. Mark D. O'Brien, 50, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 1, in the Town of White Creek. He resided in Buskirk and was the son of the late David and Angela DiMaggio O'Brien.
Mark was born on January 24, 1960 in Albany, N.Y. He attended Hoosick Falls Central School, school in Bennington and received his GED from New York State.
Mark owned Robbie's Pizza in Hoosick Falls and worked at the Pennysaver in Bennington for many years.
He enjoyed cooking, photography and spending time with his dogs. Mark was a member of the BMW Motorcycles Association of America. During riding season, Mark would always say "Let's Ride".
Survivors include his sisters, Toni Peelle of Bennington, Vt., Loretta Peters of Greenfield, Mass. and Lynn O'Brien of Hoosick Falls, N.Y.; brothers, Edward O'Brien of Hoosick Falls and Michael O'Brien of Bennington, Vt.; his special niece, Kara Bryan, of Virginia; along with several other nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Relatives and friends may call at the MAHAR FUNERAL HOME, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls on Tuesday, July 6 from 10 to 11 a.m. Burial will follow at the Warren Cemetery in Boyntonville, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be made to the Second Chance Animal Center of Shaftsbury, Vt., through the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark O'Brien
Kara Bryan
July 23, 2010
Thank you everyone for posting such heartfelt messages. Uncle Mark (The Great) will truely be missed, but we all have plenty of memories to share so that he may live on forever in our hearts, until that one special day when we will meet again.
Lori (O'Brien) Peters
July 23, 2010
Thanks to all who have wrote the notes about Mark. Even though the weeks go by it's hard to believe he's not with us anymore. knowing our friends and family send their kind words about Mark helps to release the feelings of comfort Mark made us all feel at different times in our lives. He picked me up more then once.I pray he is at peace now. God bless and keep us all forever in his care. Amen
July 22, 2010
Thank-You all for your support and kind words. Mark had a great sense of humor, and a command of english language, that at times made you dout your sanity. My family and I will miss him more than words can say. I hope Mark is at peace now, with Mom, Dad, and Grand parents, aunts and uncles that went before him. Until we meet again. Toni Peelle
July 6, 2010
To all of my cousins,
Thinking of each of you at this time of the loss of your brother. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to each and everyone of you. Mark was such a great person who was funny, loving, and outgoing. He will be deeply missed by all whom he touched. I will remember cousin Mark this way. God bless and take care to all of you!
Cousin Tina Richard [Zareski] (Watervliet, NY)
Michelle Hayner
July 6, 2010
Lynn & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at your time of loss. I will always remember Mark and how funny he was, I loved working with him at Robbies, he made my first job very pleasant.
Greg Restino
July 6, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Chris Harvey
July 6, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Amy Bolio
July 5, 2010
May you Rest In Peace, Mark. I will remember you for your humor and your way with words. My thoughts are with you all... siblings, neices, nephews. My heartfelt prayers are sent to each and every one of you.
Paul, Sue LaFountain [Gates]
July 5, 2010
Toni,Lori,Randy and Lynn,Our deepest sympathy Are with all of yous,just keep remembering all good times you all shared with Mark and know we are thinkinking of yous in your time of sorrow
Sherri & Bob Bowman
July 5, 2010
Mark was a fun guy who will never be forgotten. May the family know we are thinking of them during this hard time.
Patty & Al Smith
July 5, 2010
Toni, I am thinking of you all at this difficult time. Please let me know if you need anything. I know you have many good memories.
Dale Dennis (Ogert)
July 5, 2010
My heart felt sympathies go out to the family and friends of Mark's.My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of loss.Dale Dennis (Ogert)
Kathy Brady-Connors
July 5, 2010
To The O'Brien Family
My heart goes out to you at this most difficult time. Try to treasure your memories and keep Mark close in your heart. With All my sympathy.
CHUCK & JAN PREBBLE
July 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mark & Joan Spencer
July 5, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Tina Mulvey
July 4, 2010
Dear Toni, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mark. It is hard to lose a brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marianne Parker
July 4, 2010
To Mark's family and friends. I am very sorry for your loss. Mark and I had some great times while we were growing up. He was a great guy. Your family will be in my prayers.
Marianne Parker (formerly from Hoosick Falls)
Todd
July 3, 2010
Wow, I remember Mark from the Slice of Heaven, he'd roll in and be the funniest dude around..
Rip, Mark
July 3, 2010
Toni and family Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Remember
the good times. You are in our prayers. Peachie Brown and Penny Burdick.
Terri Decker Milliman
July 3, 2010
Lynn,
I am sure you are feeling such incredible loss of the past few days. Please know that you have many good friends who care about you and this sadness that you must feel.
Terri Decker Milliman
George Mentiply
July 3, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Joe and Gayle Magisano
July 3, 2010
To Mark's family and friends ~ our deepest sympathy on your sudden loss. It has been many years since our paths have crossed. May God grant you peace and strength during this time and the year of "firsts" without him. You are in our prayers.
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