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Rourke ODonnell Obituary
Rourke B. O'Donnell, 27, of Fleetwood, PA, passed away suddenly on Friday, August, 29, 2014 in Washington, DC.
Born in Sellersville, PA, he was the son of Cynthia S. (Butt) and Charles E. O'Donnell of Fleetwood, PA.
Rourke was a graduate of Brandywine Heights Area High School, received his Associate in Specialized Technology Degree in Internet/Network Engineering at Berks Technical Institute, his BS in Computer Information Systems at Alvernia University and spent a semester abroad at UCD, Dublin, Ireland. He was currently attending Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC, pursuing a Master's of Divinity.
He is survived by his parents; sister, Siobhan Mairead O'Donnell of Philadelphia; brother, Charles E. O'Donnell III, also of Philadelphia; grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
His memorial service will be held at the Metropolitan Community Church of the Lehigh Valley, 930 North 4th St. Allentown, PA 18102, on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Rourke's name to the Epilepsy Foundation at http://www.epilepsy.com/.
Arrangements made by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc., 111 North Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512.
Online condolences may be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com.
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for Rourke ODonnell
Jim Toolan
September 19, 2014
Les and I are very sorry for your loss. It is dificult to put any words in a message that can be of any help in dealing with this. Please know that we are thinking of and praying for yor and Rourke.
September 8, 2014
We were so sorry to hear about Rourke. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with the entire family.
Rick,Diane,Keith and Reece Thomas
September 8, 2014
To Cindy and Chas, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger C. Fry
Lacey Lott
September 6, 2014
Rourke was so full of life and always made me laugh. I feel lucky to have known him. He will be deeply missed.
Jim Eck
September 6, 2014
With my deepest sympathies please accept these heartfelt condolences.
David Nikisher
September 6, 2014
With Deepest Sympathy and Heart-felt thoughts and Prayers for you and your Family for your loss.
kirk burford
September 6, 2014
Rourke we in DC will miss you greatly. Anytime I eat crabs and do the beach I will be thinking of you. I thank God for bringing you into my life you were a great friend and an amazing human being. Love you man.
Mandy Moyer
September 5, 2014
Rourke was a great man, a great friend to me, and we talked often. I will miss & think of him everyday. I'm so sad, but I also know he will not be suffering from epilepsy anymore. RIP Rourke <3
Jed Gilly
September 5, 2014
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Last night in PA
Michael Phillips
September 4, 2014
I am going to miss you everyday and even more when you are not there when I come home. I hope where you are you can drink all the Guinness you want. I will cheers for you, think of you, and be grateful to you. You will always be my friend.
Barbie Johnson
September 4, 2014
Rourke will be sadly missed. My heart goes out to his family. He was so young. Rest in peace Rourke. We love you.
Audrey Turczynski
September 4, 2014
My deepest condolences to your family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of tragedy! If you need anything please do not hesitate to ask. I enjoyed getting to know you're son and share some wonderful memories. I will miss his awesome brownies and uplifting personality. He was a joy to be around and made everyone smile. He made a lasting impression on my while family and he will not be forgotten. May God help you through this and give you hope to live on with Rourke as you're guardian Angel. Sincerely Turczynski family
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