Kristin Kay O'Brien

Kristin Kay O'Brien obituary, Wayzata, MN

Kristin Kay O'Brien

Kristin O'Brien Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by David Lee Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Kristin O'Brien Obituary OBrien, Kristin of Plymouth, MN passed away of Huntingtons Disease on Feb 27, 2025. Kristin is survived by her mother, Barb OBrien and sisters, Kim McAtee and Karin Burnes. Kris was preceded in death by her father, Douglas OBrien and brother, Craig OBrien.
Kris was born on October 21, 1965 in St. Paul, MN to Douglas and Barbara OBrien. She graduated from Wayzata High School in 1984, and went on to earn her BA of Communications degree from the University of WI, Madison.
Kris lived life with joy, and found beauty in all people and all things. She loved travel, fine foods, warm weather and was always dressed in the latest fashions.
Kris was devoted to her family and friends and was the record keeper for all anniversaries, birthdates and dates for special acknowledgements.
Kris had a musical ear, was a talented pianist and played the clarinet. She loved performing in the theater and drama and was in many productions and plays in her younger years.
Private services will be held with the immediate family. A special thank you to the Karalis family and the staff at The Good Samaritan Society of Robbinsdale for their care and support. Kris will be missed. Live-Laugh-Love
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