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Daniel O'Brien Obituary
LIMA — Daniel Charles "Dan" O'Brien, age 77, passed away at 6:10 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2018, at Shawnee Manor Nursing Home. Dan was born June 23, 1940 in Lima, to the late Joseph A. and Evelyn R. (Murphy ) O'Brien who both preceded him in death.
Dan was a 1959 graduate of Lima Central Catholic High School. Following high school he proudly served in the United States Army. Dan retired from the Ford Motor Company, Lima Engine Plant after forty years of service. He was a member of the VFW #1275, enjoyed photography, fishing and sailing and he was an avid fan of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Dan loved spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren.
He was blessed with two daughters, Erin Patricia O'Brien who preceded him in death on November 6, 2014 and Morgan Colleen (Dave Courtney) O'Brien of Lima; four grandchildren, Grace Sawyer, Andrew Sawyer, Baron Howell and Ava Howell all of Lima; brother, Martin J. O'Brien who preceded him in death on October 9, 1962, brother, Terrence J. "Terry" O'Brien who preceded him in death on April 19, 2018; sister, Kathleen (Richard) Seitz of Lima, sister, Marna (Dean) Adamian of Canton, MI, sister, Margaret "Peg" Graham of Lima, Sister, Molly Barnes of Lima, brother, John (Erin K.) O'Brien of Lima and former wife , Belinda R. John of Lima.
In addition to his parents, daughter and brother he is preceded in death by two nephews, Joseph Barnes and Timothy Graham.
Mass of Christian Burial will begin 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 240 W. Robb Ave., Lima, Ohio 45801. Father Jim Szobonya will officiate the services. Burial of cremated remains will be at a later date in Gethsemani Cemetery. Military Honors will be provided by the VFW #1275 and the United States Army.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday, May 7, at CHILES - LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL and one hour prior to the funeral on Tuesday at the church. A parish wake service will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Gerard Catholic Church, 240 W. Robb Ave., Lima, Ohio 45801or the VFW #1275, 124 E. Elm St., Lima, Ohio 45801.Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Dave Blanchard
May 9, 2018
Dear Cousins I feel your loss. When I was a kid I often felt like Dan was an older brother. He was always a good example of how to live. I'm so glad I got to say hello to him again two years ago at Kathy's house.
Be well all of you,
Dave Blanchard
Tom Campbell
May 7, 2018
Dan & I had many wonderful times together. He was one of my best friends & I will always remember those times & will miss seeing him when I visit Lima. RIP my friend.
Sue Williamson
May 6, 2018
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I have many fun memories of our H.S. days.
Connie Pierce
May 5, 2018
Dan will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. He took my sister and I to our very first Norte Dame football game several years ago and I have been a Norte Dame fan every since. Rest well my friend.
Anne Stratton
May 4, 2018
I cannot express my deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorry for this fantastic family. I know God never gives you more than you can handle....he is watching over all of you at his sad, sad time. We will all be together again one day. RIP my friend.
Sharron Leppla-Miskell
May 1, 2018
Dan was a good man and a good friend to my husband Ron Miskell and myself. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. May he R.I.P.
Ron & Pat Leichty
May 1, 2018
R.I.P. Danny,,,,we have a lot of memories of you,,,you will never be forgotten
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