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Erin O'Brien Obituary

Erin O'Brien (Awni) Erin O'Brien (Awni), one of the exquisite voices and faces of the 1950's, 60's, and 70's, passed away May 20, 2021. Erin began her singing career with the Long Beach Municipal Band-primarily the weekend concerts at Bixby Park. She grew up in Long Beach and attended St. Matthews and St. Anthony's Catholic Schools and was a proud member of the St. Anthony's class of '51. ("Patsy" O'Shea Kelly, Erin's steadfast lifelong friend and classmate has represented the class in expressions of love, friendship, and indeed, sorrow.) The family is grateful for all. Erin was predeceased by her parents, Vincent and Betty O'Brien, and six siblings. Erin's husband, Kanan, and twin daughters, Sahira and Thuraia, were with Erin at her time of passing. She is also survived by her beloved sons, Pat, Greg, and Anthony, and her treasured grandsons, Sofian, Adam, Omar, Zakaria, Nouh, Trevor, and Erin's beloved great granddaughter, Haley (Cindy). Seven siblings survive along with affectionately remembered nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Erin was blessed in life, she gave back freely with kindness and the gentleness of a butterfly. She truly represented Vincent and Betty. Services have been held. For expanded information, go to Erin O'Brien Actress hollywoodReporter.com

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Published by Press-Telegram on Jun. 13, 2021.

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Pat O’Shea Kelly

June 17, 2021

Ah Erin, truly our SAHS Class of ‘51 star ye are. . .to this day and beyond. So enjoy playing “Songs from the Heart of Erin O’Brien,” the CD that your darlin’ sis Sheila ‘54 presented to everyone at our Saints-51 60-Year Reunion at Casa Cody, Palm Springs. Being with you then will forever remain a cherished, heartfelt memory. (Just picked up where we left off years before. “Girlfriend, can we talk?”) We sure did; recall the three of us closed down the Hospitality room; Casa Cody even turned off the outside lights! Can still hear your beautiful, lilting laughter as we wrapped it up! So many heartfelt condolences to your beloved Kanan, precious children, grandchildren, great-grandchild, all the O’Brien siblings, nieces, nephews, and all the myriad dear ones who knew and loved you. May I add a special tribute to your darlin’ sis, Sheila, who stays in touch in such loving ways. Always in my heart, thoughts, and prayers ye’ll forever be precious Erin and all.
Patsy O’Shea Kelly ‘51

Laine Faust

June 13, 2021

I love my auntie Erin, even though we never got to meet in person ♥ Laine Faust. Meet you when it’s my time to come home! Much love! Give my Matt a big hug from me

Erin Mary Fitzgerald

June 13, 2021

Erin was an exceptionally wonderful human being and I feel very blessed for having known her. My father heard her sing in the mid 50’s, while my mother was pregnant with me. He said, if it’s a girl I would like to name her Erin. It was and I am Erin. I later married her son Patrick and was welcomed into her life with open arms. The world lost an amazing person and heaven’s choir is now that much more beautiful.

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