William Francis "Bill" O'Brien Jr.

CALLING HOURS AND FUNERAL WILL TAKE PLACE MON AM AS SCHEDULED. BURIAL HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO 9AM ON TUESDAY 1/27 AT EAST HARTFORD ST MARY'S CEMETERY. THOSE ATTENDING THE BURIAL SHOULD MEET DIRECTLY AT THE CEMETERY ON TUESDAY 9AM.

William Francis O'Brien Jr., 74, of Venice, Florida, formerly of Windsor Locks, Connecticut, beloved husband of Linda (Coles) O'Brien, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

Born in Hartford, Connecticut on August 6, 1951, William was the son of the late William Francis O'Brien Sr. and Mary (Lloyd) O'Brien. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from American International College. Following graduation, William embarked on a long and successful career in finance, working with Hamilton Standard, Envirotest, and later the University of Hartford.

William proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Air Force and continued his commitment to service in the Connecticut Air National Guard, completing a combined total of 21 years of military service.

On August 25, 1979, William married the love of his life, Linda, and together they shared 46 years of marriage. They were blessed with two children, and William was a devoted and deeply involved father. He was a constant presence in his children's lives and took great pride in coaching Windsor Locks Little League, as well as mentoring many other children throughout the community. His dedication to education and civic service extended to his time as a member of the East Granby School Board.

In his leisure time, William enjoyed cheering on his favorite teams, the New York Yankees and the New York Giants.

In addition to his beloved wife, Linda, William is survived by his children, William O'Brien and his wife, Moira, and Kelly Zezima and her husband, Lawrence; and his cherished grandchildren, William, Max, Finn, Autumn, and Lindsay. He also leaves behind his sisters, Kathy Couture and her husband, Steve, and Peggy O'Brien, along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

A memorial service celebrating William's life will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Venetians Falls Clubhouse, 2001 Batello Drive, Venice, Florida.

William's family will receive relatives and friends in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, on Monday, January 26, 2026, from 10 to 11 AM at Windsor Locks Funeral Home, 441 Spring Street, Windsor Locks. A service will immediately follow the visitation at 11 AM. Burial will take place at St. Mary's Cemetery in East Hartford at 9am on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or to Senior Friendship Center, 2350 Scenic Drive, Venice FL 34293 or by visiting friendshipcenters.org. For online condolences, please visit www.windsorlocksfuneralhome.com.