John O'Brien

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John O'Brien Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels & Cremation Services on Nov. 25, 2025.

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John P. O'Brien, 65, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a 13-year battle with Melanoma. John was a 1979 graduate of Enfield High School and the Connecticut School of Broadcasting. He was a local radio personality for over 30yrs, best known for his morning radio show Bax and O'Brien and most recently with IHeart Radio where he hosted his own podcast OB Negative. John was inducted into the Massachusetts Radio Hall of Fame in 2022 which was a highlight of his many years entertaining listeners across New England

John's unique personality was his strength, and he loved talking about a variety of issues that made some people happy and others upset. He would always look at life half empty but without him even realizing it, he made people think. He was always sharing difficulties in his own life on the air which on many occasions helped others deal with their own challenges.

John is survived by his loving mother, Rita Langlois and his stepfather John Langlois both of Enfield, a brother Tim O'Brien and his wife Kym from Wilbraham MA and brother Dan O'Brien from Florida. John was predeceased by his father John J. O'Brien. He also leaves behind his loving nieces and nephews Eric, Kevin, Colin and Sarah O'Brien. He will also be missed by his many friends, especially his Thursday Night Dinner Crew who supported him throughout his health challenges and any other issue he decided to share with them.

John would also thank all of his fans and listeners, he had a love/hate relationship with his fans, but when he was no longer on the radio, it was the one thing he missed

Relatives and friends may join the family at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels,61 South rd., Enfield, CT on Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Melanoma Research Foundation @ melanoma.org For online condolences visit leetestevens.com

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Rita and John, With Deepest Sympathy to both of you and the rest of your family. Love, Donna, Pat, Anthony and Tim

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Sara and I are keeping you all in our hearts and our prayers. We consider ourselves very fortunate to know Jack and enjoyed his company immensely! May his memory be a blessing always. Sending love and strength to you.

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Upcoming Events

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels

61 South Rd., Enfield, CT 06082

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