ARTHUR S. "BUD" O'BRIEN
ARTHUR S. "BUD" O'BRIEN
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ARTHUR S. "BUD"
Of Regent Square, on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, age 87. Thankful to be the much loved and loving husband for 42 years of Nancy A. (Arashin) O'Brien; father of Katie R. Shroyer (Jayson); "Pop-pop" of Nolan and MacKenzie Shroyer; brother of Thomas J. O'Brien (Mieko) of Perinton, NY, and the late John W. O'Brien (Mary Jane), and James F. O'Brien (survived by Marie). Bud was grateful for his 27 years as a Jesuit, including 14 years a Jesuit priest, teaching in high school, college and university. After his teaching career, he practiced psychology for 26 years. He enjoyed the privilege of serving residents of Michael's Place for 13 years. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, www.mccabebrothers.com, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 4-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Bede Church, 509 S. Dallas Avenue on Tuesday at 10 a.m. THOSE WISHING TO ATTEND, PLEASE GATHER AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bud's name to Michael's Place, c/o St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1243 North Franklin Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233.
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John & Carol Gedid
April 19, 2017
We have known Bud for at least forty years. He was the most compassionate and wise person we have ever known. We are enriched for having known him.
He lives on in our hearts.
John & Carol
April 14, 2017
I came to know Bud through our work with Michael's Place and knew a very good, bright, educated and fine man. His human insights, his educated view of human nature and his gentle contact with everyone will always be remembered.
He will be very missed by me and everyone involved with Michael's Place.
Owen Dwyer
Cy Calpin
April 14, 2017
I met Artie when I was a freshman at Scranton Prep. He was Jesuit scholastic and my home room teacher. He was one of the most influential people in my early life. He gave me the confidence to compete at a very difficult school. Had he not encouraged me I probably would have left after freshman year and my life would have been significantly different. I am a better person because of him. God Bless and keep him.
Gloria Terzich
April 13, 2017
Because of Nancy, Katie, then later, Nolan & Kenz, I felt like I knew "Bud", although I didn't really. From their stories throughout the years, however, I sensed he was a wonderful husband, father, PopPop, neighbor, brother, and generally a kind man. I know he'll be missed. So sorry for you loss of such a dear man. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Keith Kondrich
April 13, 2017
Bud served the men and staff at Michael's Place as a volunteer psychologist, counselor, advocate, and FRIEND for over 13 years. His gift of time, professionalism, and compassion literally saved dozens of lives and gave countless men the support and foundation they needed to recover their families, their dignity, and their self-esteem. Most recently, Bud served on the Michael's Place SVdP Board Committee, helping to shape policy and ensure the long term viability of this important program. Bud will be sorely missed but his legacy at SVdP and Michael's Place will be timeless. Please be assured of our prayers during this time.
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