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Brendan O'Brien Obituary
Brendan is survived by his beloved wife, Kathy; his children, Kathy, Anne, Brendan, Marnie, Courtney, and Erin, along with his sons and daughter-in-law Michael Thompson, Geoff Geis, Beth O'Brien, Scott Yeaw, Chip Wadsworth, and Christian Treiber, his ten devoted grandchildren, Riley, Emmy, and Zoe Geis, Wescott and Kathrine Yeaw, Ben, Lucy, and Erin Wadsworth, Clare O'Brien and Max Treiber, and his sister Margaret Lombardo. He loved them all deeply.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 19, 2022 at 11 A.M. in St. Thomas More Catholic Church 1040 Flexer Ave. Allentown, PA 18103 Arrangements by the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. Condolences may be offered at: www.jsburkholder.com.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations in his memory be made to Orthopedic Residency Resource Fund -- PCOM.edu
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Nancy wynkoop
April 14, 2024
To Dr. O'Brien's family.. Im late in learning of Dr. O'B's passing as I called him for some years. He did my first knee replacements in 1978. He was my forever favorite physician. He always saw me when I needed to be seen @ his office across from the hospital. We had a great relationship as Dr. &patient. Last I saw him was @ SLUHN retirement luncheon inOct. Of 2022. I'm very glad I saw him one last time. God bless all his family. Nancy wynkoop
Tom.
December 5, 2023
O'B was one of a kind. Absolutely! Whatever he liked or whoever he liked he wanted all of his friends and family to "Like". One example was "Fly fishing". He became a master lure maker. He showed others how to do it and TALKED about it. On a very memorable occasion he invited me to be his guest on a fly fishing adventure in the EVERGLADES. I willingly accepted and OB set it up. He hired the guide, the boat etc. The day came and we embarked. Beautiful weather, Quiet as a church, experienced guide???, Brendan casting like he was on a TV show. Me watching intently. My turn. More instructions a few chuckles....His turn. The guides favors us with a few comments.
my tern!! a few more remarks by ob and the guide... O'B's TURN. 20, 30, 40,minutes go by..the guide gives me a bated line with a sinker attached and suggests that I drop the line off the stern. What a great day. I learned all I needed to know about Fly fishing and he and I had a great time. I really miss him and I am sure hundred of other folks are in the same boat. I think the name f the boat was "THe Green Bugger". It is very hard to think of him without smiling and thinking of all of the O'Briens who know all of his tales by heart would be ready to listen again in a heartbeat. TVI.
Roger and Cisca Bye
December 2, 2023
Fond memories of a good friend.
Carl J Cuvo Jr
January 25, 2023
Kathy and family
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Brendan was my first employer when I graduated from PA school in 1976. At that time he took a chance on a young fellow who was probably the 1st formally trained PA in the Lehigh Valley. He was a great mentor and taught me a lot.
He was also my dear friend and did a lot for me when I lost my wife to cancer at a very early age of 24.
He also taught me the basics of hunting and was instrumental in helping me develop that interest.
After working with him, I moved on to other positions, but kept in touch for many years.
Was sorry to learn of this just today, and am sorry that I missed the services.
He was a good man and I´m sure he will be missed.
Christina Urban
December 18, 2022
Kathy and Family
I have known Dr O´Brien, since 1975. I will say he was one of the best Drs I had the pleasure of knowing. Over the years we seemed to keep in touch. The last he treated me was in 2012at OAA. When my Mother had surgery for Cancer, at Osteopathic Hospital. I just had been told it was not good. I was outside her room, in tears. Dr O´BRIEN walked by. He saw I was upset. He took the time to sit with me till I could get my composure. He always showed such empathy. I was honored when he said my Apple Pie was as good as his. Just in the last couple of years, he pulled strings to get me an Appointment at Hershey. I could go on and on about how he helped me out. I am truly going to miss him. Their will never be another DrO´Brien I was lucky enough to meet his Grandson Max. He was so proud of him. I want to believe, when he got to Heaven Dr Connelly and Dr Stolz. We´re their to greet him. I not only lost a outstanding Dr, but also a friend.
Nancy Gill McShea
December 16, 2022
God Bless you, Brendan, and prayers for you and your family! I will absolutely miss you; indeed you have been a friend to all!
Richard & Suzanne Wilt
December 16, 2022
Kathy & family, we are praying for Dr. O´Brien and your entire family. We are with you in spirit. God Bless!
Sue Roth Kelsey
December 14, 2022
Dr. O' Brien was ONE of the great Dr's. I had the pleasure of working with in the early days of AOH/AOMC. His knowledge and creativity helped many of our patients and his calm demeanor was always appreciated. Condolences and Peace to all who are missing Dr O'Brien today. Sue Roth Kelsey [email protected]
Dr. Craig and Susan Christine
December 14, 2022
Dear Kathy and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. We have some fond memories of Brendan during Craig´s early days at AOMC.
God be with during this difficult time.
Ceil Connelly-Weida
December 12, 2022
Dr. O´Brien is the reason our family moved to Allentown. Through their enduring friendship, Brendan and Kathy, our Mom and Dad (Neil and Ceil) experienced many of life´s joys and tragedies. When our brother, Michael, passed shortly after birth and the Cathedral was undergoing renovations, it was the O´Briens who interceded on our behalf with St. Thomas Moore. Dr. O´Brien was consulted numerous times by our parents, siblings (10), and grandchildren. When our Father was sick, Dr. O´Brien came to visit.
Their sense of humor got them into their share of trouble with practical jokes, but their wry sense of humor and compassion sustained us all.
He was a force of nature and to say he will be missed weakly describes the gap he leaves.
With deepest condolences,
Ceil Connelly-Weida
Karl Dresen
December 12, 2022
The Dresen family offers condolences & prayers. I remember Dr. O´Brien´s friendly & humorous personality from my youth. His kindness to me will not be forgotten.
Bainhauer
December 12, 2022
We are sorry for the loss of your father. Dr. O'Brien was a friend of my father and mother. We can all remember his kindness. He gave us a puppy Daisy. RIP LOVE, The Bainhauer Family
Kenny Bitler
December 12, 2022
Great man and Doctor. Operated on me a few times and i hunted doves out back on his property and his dogs fetching for us. Your all in prayer and thought as you go through this time of sorrow
Roger and Cisca Bye
December 11, 2022
Deepest condolences to Kathy and the family. Love never dies. Despite this dreadfully sad time he'll always be with us. He was a good friend and fine man.
Walt Garvin
December 11, 2022
My sincere condolences to Kathy and to the entire family on the passing of Brendan. Brendan did live his life to the fullest. He was sophisticated, worldly, and completely down-to-earth. Brendan was a great example to all who knew him. I will remember him always. May He Rest in Peace!
Dr. and Mrs. Dale Steventon
December 11, 2022
Kathy and family, we were so very sorry to hear of Brendan's passing. I enjoyed working with him for many years at AOMC. He was a good friend, and he will surely be missed by everyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this sad time.
Sharon Boyles
December 11, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I will always cherish the memories of working with Dr O´Brien at AOMC.
John Stevens, D.O.
December 11, 2022
Sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers to Kathy and family. Very sorry to learn of Brendan´s passing. Among his many accomplishments, I want to add his outstanding teaching skills to many students, interns, and residents. He had compassion and empathy for his patients that was second to none. May he rest in peace.
Barry Hennessey
December 11, 2022
May the road rise up to meet you, and the wind be always at your back. Until we meet again.....
Barry Hennessey, DO
Nancy McShea
December 8, 2022
I wrote a memory but don´t see it ! Brendan was and still is special.
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