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Paul J. O'BRIEN

1936 - 2020

BORN

1936

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Donald M. Demmerley Funeral Home, Inc. - Hamburg

21 Pierce Avenue

Hamburg, New York

Paul O'BRIEN Obituary

Name: Mass of Christian Burial for Paul J. O'BRIEN
Start: 2021-01-04T15:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Bernadette's RC Church

O'BRIEN - Paul J.
December 28, 2020. Husband to Betty (nee Gates) for 62 years. The couple lived in Hamburg, NY and North Port, FL. They have six children, Kathy (Larry Philipps), Greg (Joanne Michalski), Patrick (Yvette McGee) Karen (Steve Lazickas), Julie (Mike Carroll) and David (Jen Grieble). Paul's legacy is one of kindness, joy and a loving marriage. He will be profoundly missed by family and friends, including eighteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A limited capacity Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, January 4, at St. Bernadette's RC Church, 5930 S. Abbott Rd., Orchard Park, at 10 AM. The Mass will livestream at saintbopny.org. A Celebration of Paul's Life will be at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Bernadette's Church Parish Neighbors. Please share memories and interest in attending a future memorial to [email protected]. Full obituary available online at www.demmerleyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Jan. 1 to Jan. 3, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul O'BRIEN

27 Entries

Marcia Dunnells

February 3, 2021

Dear Betty and Family,

It was such a shock to hear the sad news that Paul recently passed away. His warmth and kind nature will certainly be missed, and for a special and loving person like Paul it's really a great loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Carole Lee Kenney

January 18, 2021

Betty and family,
I arrived at Lazy River not long ago and was deeply shocked to find out about Paul‘s passing. I am so very sorry. I was so looking forward to seeing the both of you. My only comfort is that Paul and Dean are together once again talking and laughing and enjoying each other‘s company. I cannot tell you how much I appreciated the kindness and support that you both showed me last spring during my health issues. Almost daily you and Paul would stop in and ask how we were doing. Dean and I both so appreciated your friendship. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. He will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Carole Lee Kenney

Jeff Frank

January 7, 2021

I will always remember going caroling, sledding, football in north Boston he never seemed to mind being the koolaid house on meadow Dr with all the kids hanging out there. So sorry to hear he was a great man thank you for the great childhood memories

John McCarthy

January 5, 2021

Dear O'Brien Family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of Mr. O'Brien. Our family, the McCarthys, lived down the street at 66 Woodview (a/k/a "Sheila's cousins"). The remembrances of him on this page, and the heartfelt and touching obituary, are exactly what I remember of him as a child - a man with an unfailingly pleasant disposition and a welcoming smile on his face at all times. Now that's the way to live! Some things (like his generosity and thoughtfulness) never change - when our Uncle Tim died a few years ago, the O'Briens opened up their house on Woodview so my brothers and I had a place to stay for the funeral. A simple selfless act, but one that exemplifies the type of person that he was (and the family that he and Mrs. O'Brien raised). May the happy memories of his well-lived life sustain you during this difficult time.
Johnny McCarthy (and Dot, Annie, Tim, Mike and Joe)

Maureen McKeone

January 4, 2021

Sympathy Gift courtesy of Maureen McKeone. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Paul J. O'Brien.

Sheila Duggan (McCarthy)

January 3, 2021

Mr. O’Brien was a big part of my childhood on Woodview Avenue. He was always around fixing things and helping everyone. I loved when he would fill the garage with grapes to get ready for his famous wine. He never minded a bunch of children under his feet either! Him and my dad enjoyed many years of dressing up on Halloween and joining in the fun with us kids up and down the street. I loved all of our bike rides that sometimes ended up at Charlaps. I will always remember his warm smile and kind voice. Our sympathies go out to the entire Obrien family. Until we meet again...

Tom & Marcia Sardinia

January 3, 2021

Betty and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Paul. He was a very special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marianne Matyas

January 3, 2021

Dear Betty, Philipps, O’Brien, Michalski, Lazickas and Carroll Families:
So very, very sorry. Paul truly was a kind,loving,interesting Gentleman. Always happy to see him and hear of his latest travels, projects, tennis or Florida trips. I know how he loved you all, twinkle in his eye And a BIG smile on his face every time we spoke of his wonderful family! Our sincere condolences. Sending hugs to you all. Mark and Marianne Matyas

Tim Kraska

January 3, 2021

Pat, so sorry to find out about your dad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

The Kraska Family

Tom and Katie Schulte

January 2, 2021

Betty,
So sorry to hear of Paul´s passing! Such a gentleman! Both of you were great friends to all of the Schulte´s, and it was so very much appreciated! Paul always had a kind word to all of us!

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Sharil Hubert

Sent Flowers

Rita Thibeault

January 2, 2021

Betty and family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Paul. He was such a calm and considerate person and will be greatly missed at Lazy River. Our sincere condolences to you Betty and all your family.
Ray and Rita Thibeault

Marcia Kumiega

January 2, 2021

My Deepest Sympathy to You and all of the Family

Judy & Bob Mammoser

January 2, 2021

Betty and family. We are so sorry to hear of Paul's passing.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .

Jim and Sharil

January 1, 2021

Pat, Yvette and family, our condolences, always enjoyed talking with Paul. Very fond memories of a great man!

Marilyn Szafnicki

January 1, 2021

My prayers are with you how much i liked playing Tennis with Paul he always was a funny and happy partner i miss playing with him many years ago we had good times at Chestnut Ridge and the bubble in Hamburg

Jim & Peggy Lyons

January 1, 2021

Betty and Family
I am thankful for my friendship with Paul for over 60 years. I remember most
our occasional walks or bike rides in our Florida community. Paul had a genuine interest in everyone he came in contact with. Always willing to help anyone in need.
Peggy and myself offer our sympathy and continued prayer for Betty and her family.

Pat & Hank Demicke

January 1, 2021

So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Paul was always so welcoming when we had the opportunity over the years to enjoy his company. He will be sadly missed. Will keep Paul and your family in our prayers.

Kelly McKeone Daly

December 31, 2020

Paul made you feel as if he were your very own best friend. He was a mentor and teacher of how to live well. His obituary mentioned his curiosity...Yes, that is exactly what I remember - and his wonder. Such a heartbreak and loss. May you all find peace and gentle days ahead without your dear husband, father, grampa, and friend. Love you Paul O'Brien.

Angie & Wayne Anderson

December 31, 2020

I first met Paul at the pool at Lazy River Village shortly after Wayne and I moved there in 2014, and he quickly became one of my favorite people to see there almost every afternoon. He was so friendly, and I truly enjoyed getting to know him. It always amazed me that after that first year at Lazy River, after having not seen each other for many months (the life of a snowbird), he easily remembered my name! Some snowbird there for years and can’t remember names! I’m going to miss his big smile and “Hi Ang” greeting. Truly a dear, sweet man. Our condolences and love to Betty and the O’Brien family.

Joe & Diane Ogden

December 31, 2020

We met Paul & Betty very soon after we started spending the winters at Lazy River and became friends immediately because they were such loving folks. We enjoyed many special times with Paul and will miss him dearly. Love to Betty and your special family.

Karen Gillman

December 31, 2020

Paul was a great man, friend and neighbor. He helped my family for many years! I cherished his guidance and friendship and will miss him dearly. My sincere sympathy to all his family and friends. Saint Paul as I so endearingly called him, will continue to watch over all of us! Rest In Peace my friend.

John Mary McKeone

December 31, 2020

Well done Good and faithful servant, enter into the house of the Lord. Sad loss

Kevin Williams

December 31, 2020

Many fond wonderful memories of Mr Paul O’Brien

Mona Huggins

December 31, 2020

Dear Pat, Mrs. Betty O'Brien, and all the O'Brien family: the Huggins' send our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. Bill worked along side your Dad when you first bought the building and were rehabbing it for the first opening of the pub and we had occasion over the years to be at gatherings with him -- such a nice, congenial man. Our sympathies for your loss.

Noreen Sessanna (Roberts)

December 30, 2020

Sending so much love and lots of prayers to the entire O’Brien family. Mr. O’Brien was such a kind and wonderful man. He will be greatly missed! So very sorry for your loss.

Randy Philipps

December 30, 2020

Betty, Kathy, Larry and entire O’Brien family: my deepest sympathy on your loss, and know they you are all in my prayers. Paul was not just a great person, but also a good friend I will cherish forever. Always enjoyed our chats and the time I got to spend with him.

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