William Eugene O'Brien

William O'Brien Obituary

O'BRIEN, William Eugene "Bill" 84, of Seabrook, NH, formerly of Revere, died on October 23, 2010 following a brief illness. One of 8 children of the late Edward and Bridget (Flaherty) O'Brien from Revere. U.S. Navy World War II veteran of the South Pacific. Served along with all five of his brothers; Frank, Walter, Edward, Joseph and Robert. United States Postal Service employee for over 40 years. Following his retirement from the postal service, worked for the State of Massachusetts. Bill's loves were his family, the beach, and the Boston Red Sox. Fenway Park was like a second home. Survived by his beloved wife of 59 year, Barbara O'Brien, whom he married on August 5, 1951, his devoted daughters Bonnie O'Brien-Weich and her husband Eddie of TX and Susan O'Brien Boone and her husband Harry of NH, his sister Joan Nixon of CA and his grandchildren Jin and Andy Welch of TX. In addition to his parents and five brothers, he was predeceased by his sister Rita Cotter. All of his family and friends, and even his cats, will miss him dearly. Services will be private. Donations in Bill's memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund, C/O Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445. ATTN: Contribution Services. To sign an online guestbook, visit www.RemickGendron.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 23 to Oct. 24, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for William O'Brien

10 Entries

Harry Boone

November 7, 2010

Bill O'Brien what can I say but he was a great man. I have known him for 24 years.
I am married to his daughter Susan. Thanks to Bill and Susan I love for the Red Sox and Baseball. He has always been like a father to me. He was always a very giving man. Whether we were in the bleachers watching a game or at his house watching a game it was always special. I will miss him so much.
When think of the red sox I will think of Bill Sitting beside me that one gift he gave me that will always be special.

October 28, 2010

Bill was my second dad. I will never forget trips to the beach (Especially East Beach Galveston), the Brick House (several too many that day) and the many baseball and boxing talks we had. My friends still talk about our wedding party in his basement in Weymouth. Hard to believe you're gone. I will carry you with me forever. Love your son-in-law Ed.

Barbara O'Brien

October 27, 2010

Bill and I met at the Ocean View Ballroom where we all sent to dance on weekends. I was a senior in High School and Bill had just been discharged from the service after World War 2. From that time we never dated anyone else. We got married a few years later and raised 2 daughters. He was a wonderful father and husband. The 59 years of marriage ended too soon. I miss you very much Bill and will always love you. Barbara

October 26, 2010

Dear Aunt Barbara,
I'm so sorry to hear of Uncle Bill's passing. I always think of him when I go to Fenway. I will also remember him getting a ball signed by Ted Williams for my dad and his brother Frank when he was in the hospital. God Bless.
Love,
Joe O'Brien

John F Carroll

October 25, 2010

Bill I remember you taking me fishing from Holtz Pier, with a can of worms and penut butter and jelly sandwitches.Putting the cokes in the water to keep them cold. Those are very special memories you gave me and I will never forget. So pop that cold one, grab the drop line in God's ocean and catch a big one for me.Rest In Peace
Love
JOhn F Carroll

October 25, 2010

Bill was my neighbor for a short six years. I loved to see him running out of the store we shopped at. He always had a big smile for me,sometimes a hug.He had a way of making a middle aged woman feelm like a girly-girl. I will miss him in the neighborhood. His friendly manner, smile, and sense of humor. Joan Southwick, Seabrook, N.H.

Bonnie O'Brien-Welch

October 25, 2010

I remember the treats you left for me to find on the table when you came home late from work, I remember the ice cream cones you would carry home for me from Buzzy's, I remember you balancing a pizza while riding a bicycle, I remember how you could light up Jim's face like no one else. You were the best and I will always miss you. Love, Bonnie

Susan and Harry Boone

October 25, 2010

We miss you, Dad. Any time we go to a Red Sox game, or the beach, we know you will be there with us. Thank you so much for being such an exception dad and father-in-law. With much love,

October 24, 2010

Aunt Barbara, our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Fred and I will always remember Uncle Billy's quick smile, easy charm, and warm hospitality. We will never forget Uncle Billy and the great times we had in your party room in Weymouth-from Halloween Parties to just talking Red Sox. He will be greatly missed. With love, Pat and Fred DaCosta

Kathleen (O'Brien) Kellogg

October 24, 2010

God be with you Aunt Barbara. He will always be remembered by his brother Ed's kids. I'm glad he got to see the Red Sox win. I either saw him as a bleacher bum in Fenway or at your house for parties. Dad loved him so he had to be a good man. Take care, Kathleen (O'Brien) Kellogg.

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