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W.Egan O'Brien Obituary
January 26, 1959 - July 19, 2025
W.Egan O'Brien II passed away peacefully on July 19,2025 at the age of 66.
Born on Januaury 26,1959, in Rochester, New York,Egan spent his early years in upstate New York and graduated from Fairport High School.He later moved to Virgina to bw closer to family.
Egan was a passionate and dedicated marksman who devoted more than two decades to the sport of 1000 yard shooting competitions. His determination and precision earned him respect within his shooting community and made him a valued member with his fellow enthusiasts.
He was predeased by his parents Sheila Dietz O'Brien Wolk and William Clyde O'Brien.
Egan is survived by two sisters, Tierney O'Brien Dovan (John) of Hume ,Virgina and Megan Tokash (Ron) of Marshall Virginia.
He also leaves behind 10 nieces and nephews, and thirteen great-nieces and great-nephews.
May Egan's memory bring comfort to those who knew him.
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Leslie Mannix-Plucknette
August 9, 2025
From a possum tail grabbing boy, to a marksman. Egan you must have loved the outdoors always. I remember you as a child with so much laughter and spunk. May you rest in peace in the arms of God and your heavenly family.
Christian Stevenson
August 7, 2025
You will be missed my brother from another mother. Love you!
Ryan Miller
August 7, 2025
Egan was a good friend of nearly 20 years. He was honest and committed to his friends and the sport he loved. He will be missed.
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