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Karen O'Brien Obituary
Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunset came to Karen Leigh O'Brien, Tuesday, May 9, 2017, surrounded by her father, soulmate and closest friends.
Sunrise was Saturday, July 28, 1962, in Florence, SC, the only child of Dr. Guy S. O'Brien Jr. and Billie Hughes O'Brien.
Karen was a graduate of USC and an avid Gamecock Fan.
Surviving is her father, soulmate-Gregory Caputo Jr, and loving and devoted animals, Tahoe, Bear, and Smoke Kitty all of the home.
A gathering of friends to celebrate Karen's amazing journey of life will be Sunday, May 14th at Cali Bakers Firehouse Restaurant, 910 Lake Arrowhead Road in Myrtle Beach, from 3:00PM until 5:00PM.
In lieu of flowers Karen's wish was to help local children who are battling cancer. Donations can be made payable to Karen's Kids, c/o Meche' Williams, PO Box 70921, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572.
An online guestbook is available at msfh.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen O'Brien
Jim McNulty
March 31, 2018
Hi Mike it's Jim McNulty so sorry to hear about Karen just found out last week Mickey went by the bar we were at the beach and heard the terrible news I was letting you know that mom passed January 2nd she was in her 87th year hope you are well try to get up with you when we come to the beach in April hope you get this love the McNulty family
Lori Hough
November 26, 2017
Im so very sorry to just hear now of karen's passing.. I knew Karen from the sandbar days :) and kept in touch after that for a while through the internet, too see her from a distance (from Canada-land) .. I am sending my deepest, Deepest sympathies, to karen,and to her family.. I was in the middle of a move and just have recently got back in touch with the "facebook world" and I am so sad to just now know of, the news about Karen... I would of came to pay my respects if i had known, and could of planned too travel to be there.. .. I am so shocked and thought we would see each other again on the beach someday.(I knew how much she fought). We will see each other again, ...just on a different beach, in a more beautiful setting... xoxoxox . I will think of you Karen, knowing you are in a better place, at peace, with some of our other beach crew friends..rest well sweetie.. Love Lori Hough :)
Ryker (monk) Haselden
May 18, 2017
So sorry for your loss Doc & Gregory. Karen was a true friend and will be missed greatly. I know I'll never forget her and all the experiences I had as a friend and employee at The Sandbar. The stars will shine a bit brighter at night now that Karen is among them.
tanya reid
May 16, 2017
Rip Karen ..so sorry to hear ...I have thought if u often and our fun at the sand bar ...I always looked forward to your fabulous Christmas cards....what a angel you are ...I know u are at peace
Joe (Buster) De Laney
May 16, 2017
Mike, I was saddened to learn of your loss of your wonderful daughter, Karen. As you know there was a special bond between she and your family and myself. Lots of great memories of all the times we shared. You take care and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Garzelloni
May 15, 2017
So sad to hear of her passing, she is now in peace, the chicago boys will miss you
Linda Gainey
May 12, 2017
I knew Karen when I worked at Studebakers in the 80s. She was always a sweet and lovely young lady. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you during this time.
May 12, 2017
Your friends from White Sulphur Springs hold your loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. Norma, Tinker, Mary, Marcia, Pamela, Cindy and Shelby
David Robinson
May 12, 2017
Irreplaceable! A great loss to so many.
Amber Caputo
May 12, 2017
The list of words that can describe what a beautiful person Karen was, is endless..... She was such an amazing woman with such strength, courage and qualities that she will always be admired for. I will forever hold a special place for you in my heart sis, and one day, we shall share a glass of wine together again ........RIP Karen We love you so much ......
Katy O'Harra Miller
May 11, 2017
Dr O'Brien please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen was such an inspiration to so many. Her spirit was one of always being a giver with a heart full of kindness. She will certainly be missed by so many. I know she must be be dancing and enjoying the sunshine of heaven with her sweet mother Billie. Such a blessing to know they are with OUR Father with perfected bodies and spirits and no longer dealing with the pain of cancer. Praise whom all blessings flow - and know we will see them on the other side again.
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