Joseph Michael "Joe" O'Brien

Joseph Michael "Joe" O'Brien obituary

Joseph Michael "Joe" O'Brien

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Sep

26

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Draft Room

OH

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Sep

26

Service

10:00 a.m.

Moreland Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

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Joseph O'Brien Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 24, 2025.
Joseph Joe Michael OBrien, age 49, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on the 21st of September 2025.
Joe was a devoted husband, loving father, and avid computer geek who brought humor and joy into every aspect of his life. He is survived by his wife Andrea, children Alia, Caitlyn, Dylan, and stepdaughter Ana, parents Sam OBrien, Bill OBrien, and sister Erin OBrien. He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Hendrickson, who made a lasting impact on Joe.
Known for his quick wit, generous heart, and laughter that could be heard from a mile away, Joe touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a born traveler and an avid soccer, F1, and Tour de France fan. He loved talking about his kids, code, and whiskey, and never hesitated to offer wisdom and advice to anyone who needed it. His warmth and humor will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
A celebration of Joes life will be held on Friday, September 26 at 10:00 a.m. at Moreland Funeral Home, followed by a wake at Draft Room. Family and friends are invited to join in honoring his memory and sharing stories that capture his remarkable spirit.
Joes legacy lives on in the love of his family, the friendships he nurtured, and the countless ways he made life brighter for others

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Upcoming Events

Sep

26

Wake

Draft Room

OH

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Service

10:00 a.m.

Moreland Funeral Home

Columbus, OH

Send Flowers