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Madeline O'BRIEN Obituary
Madeline H. (nee Hurd) 53, on January 19, 2015 of Union, NJ. Beloved wife of Vincent P. O'Brien. Loving mother of Jacqueline K. and Megan E. O'Brien. Dear sister of Mary, John, Pat, Ruth and Maggie.
Beloved daughter of Elizabeth and the late Paul Hurd. Adored aunt of many nieces and nephews. Madeline's love for her family and friends was
evident in every waking moment in her life. She was a true angel on earth and will continue to be our "special angel" forever in Heaven. We will always remember her kindness and our love for her will never
fade away. Visitation will be held on Friday, from 7-9 PM at the Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home, 109 Darlington Ave, Ramsey. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 10 AM at St. Paul RC Church in Ramsey. Interment will follow at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah. Please send tributes, memories and condolencesto vanemburghsneider.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Madeline O'BRIEN
Jack Hart
February 4, 2015
Vinnie-Deepest condolences.Maddy was a very special person!
Kim (Lucas) Sheridan
February 1, 2015
Vinny and family, I am so sorry to hear about dear Maddy. I still can see her bright blue eyes and big smile -such a kind person and I'm sure will be dearly missed. You are all in my prayers
February 1, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about Maddies passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Mary Ann Schrum
Gina Laitta
January 25, 2015
Vincent, I just found out of Madeline's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Madeline. She was a beautiful friend. She's reunited with Laura and Larry. Warmest regards, Gina
Mary Quinn
January 24, 2015
Jackie, Megan, and Vinnie, We are so sorry for your loss. Knowing your daughter's we know she was an amazing, caring Woman with integrity. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mary, Ken and Kate
Lesleigh Ganz Ordway
January 23, 2015
I remember Maddy always with a smile; a kind and gentle person. Such sad news. Deepest condolences.
Jim and Colleen Greig
January 23, 2015
Vinnie. We just heard this very sad news. We are so sorry. You and your family will be in our prayers. You can't get any nicer or kinder than Maddie. Treasure your memories.
Jackie Issler
January 23, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was my sister Columbiette and my Saint Patrick's Day parade buddy. She was warm, kind, thoughtful and a wonderful friend. I am honored to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
January 23, 2015
Vinnie,
So sorry to hear about Maddy. She was a great suitemate at the Abbey,(as were you) my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
with sympathy.
Woz
January 23, 2015
So sorry to hear this sad news. We have many special memories of Maddy from our time together at Belmont Abbey.
Trish and Barry Edwards
January 22, 2015
Madeline you were always so sweet, so kind, and always had a Beautiful smile...you will be missed.God only takes the best...you will always be in my thoughts and prayers your bingo friend...R.C.
Ann (Annie B) Watts
January 22, 2015
Oh Vinnie, I am so sad for you and your children and all of Madeline's family. She truly was an angel on earth and will continue to look after you. While I haven't seen you all in so long, I can feel her sweet demeanor and loving ways as I reflect back on the good old days at BAC. My prayers are for you.
Dara Switzer-Reynolds
January 22, 2015
Sending my deepest condolences. I only have fond memories of Madeline from high school....incredibly sweet and kind. RIP
renee apfel
January 22, 2015
sosorry foryourlosstoosoon.iwenttoschoolwithmadeline.shewassosweetgodhasanotherangel
Chuck Brady
January 22, 2015
My deepest sympathy go out to Vinnie and his family. Maddie was a special woman and I will always remember our days at Belmont Abbey.
Ulric Fairbanks
January 22, 2015
My deepest sympathies for the entire Hurd Family. For several summers in the early 70's, the Hurd Family was my second family and their home my second home. I know Madeline will be missed and I pray that her family be comforted during this time.
Linda Condora
January 22, 2015
I know you are in Heaven now as you were always a sweet, gentle soul and a good friend. May the Lord comfort your loved ones in their time of need. We will all miss you.
Michael Alberse
January 22, 2015
My heart goes out to your family in this time of loss. Michael Alberse
ALICIA JANUSZ
January 22, 2015
My dear friend you will be missed . Taken way to soon, you were such a sweet person to all. My heart has a huge hole. I will never for get you.
Andy O'Hearn
January 22, 2015
So sorry to hear of Madeline's passing.
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