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CATHERINE O'BRIEN Obituary

O'BRIEN, Catherine C. (Wallace) In Dorchester January 5, 2013 Catherine C. (Wallace) age 87. Beloved wife of the late Francis X. O'Brien Captain Boston F.D. Loving mother of Paul R. O'Brien retired Dist. Chief Dist 8 Boston F.D. and his wife MaryAnn of Dorchester, Stephen T. O'Brien and his wife Kelley of Marshfield, Mary F. De Mariano and her husband Mark of Dorchester, Catherine C. Crum and her husband Stephen of CO, Patricia Olson and her husband James of Dorchester, Anthony O'Brien Lt. Boston F.D. E-18 and his wife Nancy of Marshfield, Barbara McKenna and her husband Joseph of West Roxbury, Sean M. O'Brien Lt. Boston F.D. E-7 and his wife Patricia of Dorchester, and the late Francis X. O'Brien and his wife Dotti of Dorchester. Sister-in-law of Anna Griffin of Braintree and Patricia O'Brien of West Roxbury. Catherine also had many late brothers and sisters and is survived by 28 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mark's Church, Dorchester, Wednesday, January 9, at 9 o'clock. Visiting hours in the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, Tuesday 3-8 PM. Relatives andfriends respectfully invited toattend. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. The Family would like donations made in Catherine's memory to Leahy-Holloran Community Center, 1 Worell St., Dorchester, MA 02122. For directions and online guest book please visit www.dolanfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2013.

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ed keenan

January 9, 2013

Our deepest sympathy..................The Keenan's, Mary A, Mary, Eddie, and Jack

Nancy Casey

January 8, 2013

Sean and Patty, myself, Larry and the girls extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.

Nancy Lilly

January 8, 2013

To all of the O'Briens,
I have the fondest memories growing up around your home with Kay always welcoming us in. Christmas Eve was a favorite. You are all in my prayers at this difficult time. Heaven has gained another angel to watch over us all. Love Nancy and Brian Lilly

Marty Guilfoy

January 8, 2013

My Aunt Kay everybody loved her. God bless all of you.

Peggy and Maureen Little and Henry

January 8, 2013

Sorry Mary for the loss of your Mother.Thinking of you.

January 7, 2013

Mary, Cathy, Trisha and All the O'Briens,
My prayers and thoughts are with each of you. May all your fond memories of your Mom be close to your hearts always. My heart holds many happy memories of your Mom and very glad that she was part of my growing up in Dorchester.xoxoxo Carole, Ian & Scott Gilbertson (Cashman)

norma stewart

January 7, 2013

Stephen and family thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paula & Tim Wash

January 7, 2013

May you all find comfort knowing that she is at peace!! Much comfort and many prayers through this difficult time!

Ellie & Pete Smerlas

January 7, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Estuardo Escoto

January 7, 2013

Steve; I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Estuardo Escoto

January 7, 2013

Steve;I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Janice Sebring

January 7, 2013

Dear Mary and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kay is out of pain and in peace now with your Dad and Frannie. God bless you all. Love, Jan

January 7, 2013

Mary

Thoughts and prayer are with you at this difficult time. Keep her memory close to your heart.

Love
Christine

Ron Ricci

January 7, 2013

Steve- Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ron

Pati Millerick

January 7, 2013

Steve and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Kay was an awesome woman who's legacy is evident through her family. God bless.
Pati

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