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SEAN O'BRIEN Obituary

O'BRIEN, Sean M. Of Stoneham, formerly of Quincy and South Boston, unexpectedly on May 30, 2012 at age 48. Beloved husband of Eleana (Lombardi) O'Brien. Devoted father of Kathleen M. and Devon E. O'Brien, both of Quincy, Cory C., Callie F. and Colbie M. O'Brien all of Stoneham. Loving son of Charles M. and Elfrieda (Voelkel) O'Brien of Quincy. Dear brother of Karen A. O'Brien and her husband Kevin Hoar of Hull, Kevin M. O'Brien and his wife Mary of Arlington, Virginia and Steven J. O'Brien and his wife Tricia of South Boston. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Nothing was more important to Sean than his children and his family. Funeral from the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main St. (RT 28) STONEHAM, Monday at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass celebrating Sean's Eternal Life in St. Patrick Church, 71 Central St., Stoneham, at 10 am. Family and friends are cordially invited to gather and share remembrances with the Family on Sunday from 1-5 pm in the Funeral Home. Parking attendants will be available. Interment Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham. Please honor Sean by making donations in memory of him to Sean M. O'Brien Memorial Fund, c/o Stoneham Bank, 80 Montvale Ave., Stoneham, MA 02180. For directions or to send a memorialcondolence www.barilefuneral.com. Barile Family Funeral Homes Stoneham - Reading 781.438.2280

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 1 to Jun. 3, 2012.

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John G Foley Jr

May 26, 2024

Sean You Are Missed !!

melissa

November 1, 2012

You were loved, and will be missed.

Steven Adams

October 5, 2012

From another former Quincy neighbor, I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I apologize for the delay with these thoughts, I wish I had known. I was friends with Sean's younger brother and Sean was friends with my older brother. He was a great guy and will be missed. My family sends their condolences.

Kim Tellert

June 21, 2012

Charlie, Frieda, Karen, and Sean's beloved family,
It's with shock and such sadness that Alex and I extend our deepest sympathies to all of you at Sean's sudden passing. I remember him as a teenager, and while I haven't seen him in many years, I feel certain he had remained a fine man - just as I knew him to be way back when.
You all, and Sean, are in my prayers. I can only hope his journey to the angels was a swift one, and he is safe in God's loving arms.
Kim Gallahue (Maureen's sister) Tellert

Bob Wiktozak

June 13, 2012

Very, very saddened to hear this news. I remember Sean as a strong and stand-up guy. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to the extended O'Brien family.

John Bell

June 7, 2012

Johanna and I were deeply saddened to hear of Sean"s passing at such a young age and send our condolences to the O'brien family.

A poem about a loved one who passed on is offered:

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep

I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints on snow
I am the sunshine on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn rain

When you awaken in the early morning hush, I am the swift and uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight

I am the silent stars that shine at night

Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die

MARIE BONGIORNO

June 5, 2012

CHARLIE,FRIEDA AND THE ENTIRE O'BRIEN FAMILY
SO SORRY FOR SEAN PASSING-TO YOUNG OF GENTELMAN TO BE TAKEN AWAY FROM HIS LOVE ONES. I REMEMBER SEAN AS A YOUNG MAN AND A FINE ONE AT THAT. CHARLIE AND FRIEDA DID A GREAT JOB WITH THIS MAN. A FAMILY MAN IS WAS. NOW HE IS AND WILL BE WATCHING AND STILL TAKING CARE AND GREAT PRIDE IN HIS FAMILY.
WITH ALL OUR LOVE
MARIE AND BOB BONGIORNO-(FRIENDS OF HIS MOM AND DAD)
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
.

Scott Andrews

June 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the O'Brien family during this difficult time. It has been many years since we last got together but I have wonderful memories of a truly great friend.

Mary Swanson & CJ Regan

June 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayer are with Sean's family during this very difficult time. Sean was a great guy who will be missed by many people. RIP Sean.

June 4, 2012

Eleana and Family, I am so sorry for your loss and please know that I am thinking of you and pray for everyone during this very difficult time.

Virginia Marquard Hammer

Mark and Kathy Anderson

June 3, 2012

Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you all.

Bill Moriarty

June 3, 2012

My condolence to all of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

June 3, 2012

To the Obrien Family from your old neighbors from Beach St. We are very saddened to here obout Sean. Our thoughts are with all of his family. Sincerely, the Gulizia family.

Trish Stockless

June 3, 2012

We were so sad to hear of Sean's passing. Even though Peter and I have not seen him in years we will still miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Trish and Peter Stockless

Joanne Graziano

June 3, 2012

Elaine and family -
May all your pain be taken away today. By Surroundings yourself with family and friends.... That truly care and love you all.

The Pizzi Family

June 3, 2012

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time.

June 3, 2012

Eleana, Colbie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate through this difficult times.

Jennifer and Gracie Woodman & Family

Jack Foley

June 3, 2012

Sean, May the Road Rise to Meet You. To the O'Brien Family We are Very Sorry for Your Loss.
Elaine & Jack Foley,Middleton Ma

Sheila & Nathan Clapp

June 2, 2012

Eleana & family, we are so sorry for the sudden loss of Sean. May you have the strength to get you through these difficult times. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

June 2, 2012

Karen and family,
Brian and I were so sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Brian and Ann Carey

Beth Connaughton

June 2, 2012

Eleana, Cory, Callie & Colbie, there are no words to convey the sadness that we feel for you all. May god walk with you these days that will be so difficult. Find strength through your wonderful family and friends. We love you.
The Connaughton Family

Denis Walker

June 2, 2012

I will miss Sean as I know many, many will. My heart goes out to the entire O'Brien family for their loss.

Kelly (Doran) & Daryl Richardson

June 2, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the O'Brien family. Sean was far too young and we were shocked and saddened to hear the news. We're so sorry for your loss.

June 2, 2012

Eleana we are so very sorry for your loss, you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Mary Anne and Earl Barnes

The Tirrusa Family

June 2, 2012

Eleana and Family..........we are so devastated for you and the Kids.......We are here if you need anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you the strength you need with all our love......

Kim Hamilton

June 2, 2012

Eleana, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts are with you and your family.

Kim Hamilton (Szczawinski)

Michael Rooney

June 2, 2012

My deepest condolences to the O'Brien family, you are and will be in my thoughts and prayers.

June 1, 2012

Eleana, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you.
Gerry and Judy Young xoxo

Arline Lee

June 1, 2012

Your first friend in life are your cousins and your a great friend .you and are family are in my prayers

June 1, 2012

Eleana, Colbie, Callie, and Cory, words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Love,
Andrea, Eric, and Riley

Pattye Cryan-Murray

June 1, 2012

Eleana, so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Pattye

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