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2019

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Gerard O'Brien Obituary

Gerard Joseph O'Brien, 81, of Frederick, formerly of Baltimore, died Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Kline Hospice of Frederick. Born August 24, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY he was the son of the late Kathryn (O'Connor) O'Brien and James Joseph O'Brien. He was the loving husband of Kathleen Dolores "Kay" O'Brien, his wife of 57 years.

Before retiring he worked as a Senior Systems Engineer for IBM. He graduated from St. John's College with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Besides his wife he is survived by daughters Therese O'Brien of Lutherville; Kathleen O'Brien Franks and husband Gary of Towson and Nanci O'Brien Hamm and husband Jack of Frederick; grandchildren Grant O'Brien Franks, Griffin O'Brien Franks, Reagan Kathleen Hamm and Jackson Whitfield Hamm II. Also survived by cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a brother James Michael O'Brien.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Saint Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 4103 Prices Distillery Rd, Ijamsville, MD 21754, with Father Mike Jendrek celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to St. Pius X School, 6432 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212.

Arrangements by Fletcher Funeral & Cremation Services in Westminster.

Online condolences may be offered at www.FLETCHERFUNERALHOME.net.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Frederick News-Post from Aug. 30 to Sep. 1, 2019.

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Michael O'Hara

August 24, 2023

Dear O'Brien Family,

I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you all.

Mr. O'Brien and Mrs. O'Brien were always very kind and welcoming and made me feel at home when I would visit Nancy.

With heartfelt condolences,
Michael O'Hara

Michael O'Hara

September 6, 2019

Kay, Nancy, Kathleen, Patrice,

I was very saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences and know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Matthew Frawley

August 31, 2019

Peace be with you in this time of sadness.

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