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Patrick O'Brien Obituary
Chesapeake - Patrick Francis O'Brien, 90, born in Philadelphia, PA passed away peacefully on July 9, 2016, surrounded by his family. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife, Anne M. Egan O'Brien (1993), his son Daniel (2008), and special friend, Audrey Ullman.
Mr. O'Brien, a WWII Navy veteran, retired from federal civil service in 1979 as a Director of Finance for NASA. He also had a successful 20-year career as a Realtor in Northern Virginia. He was a member of St. Joseph's University Alumni and was an Honorary Life Member of Edward Douglass White Knights of Columbus Council #2473, Arlington.
He is survived by six children, Pat, Jr. (Helen), Mike (Allyson), Jim (Lupe), Kevin (Noreen), Joe, MaryAnne Stevener (Craig), and daughter-in-law Kelly; 19 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. The family is greatly indebted to Laura Journigan, Kindred Care Hospice, and Divine Private Duty Agency for the loving care and kindness received by our father.
A viewing and Catholic Prayer Vigil will be held at Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, on Tuesday, July 12th at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Friday, July 15th at St. Thomas More Cathedral, Arlington, Virginia with interment at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, Arlington. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to: MHE Research Foundation, 149 16th Road, Whitestone, NY 11357; or a charity of your choice. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth and Murphy Funeral Home, Arlington, are handling the arrangements. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.
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Caroline Zurun
May 9, 2017
I have just learned of Pat's death. Ben and I loved having him in our office, RE/MAX Presidential. In fact, Pat was the first realtor who joined our office in Fairfax, VA. He was a very special person. I have only learned of his passing when I tried to e-mail him today and it bounced back to me. We treasured Pat as a member of our office and in particular as a good person and friend and family man.
Bridget Dalsey
July 14, 2016
Please know we are with our O'Brien cousins as you go through this difficult time. RIP Uncle Pat
TOM GAVIN
July 14, 2016
IMGOING TO MIAA YOU VERERT MARCH KOFC2473
July 14, 2016
To my O'Brien cousins ... We are with you in heart and spirit as you lay your Dad to rest next to your Mom. Blessings to all as you travel through this journey. Love, Maureen and EJ
Connie Arcaro
July 13, 2016
My most sincere love and condolences to each and every one of you. Your parents will forever hold a very special place in my heart. I loved them both.
Chris Bannon
July 13, 2016
Condolences from the Knights at Edward Douglass White Council.
Chris Bannon Grand Knight
Mike and Mary Voutour
July 12, 2016
Our deepest condolences to you and all your family. Pat was a good man and a loving father and grandfather. He had a great sense of humor and we always enjoyed seeing him. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this difficult time.
Kim Harris
July 12, 2016
Though I am far away, I hope you can feel my hugs as you lovingly say goodbye...
May God bless you all.
Kathy Egan
July 11, 2016
I am so glad we got to see Uncle Pat before he passed. My condolences to all my cousins, but we all know he is in a better place and free of pain and suffering.
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