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John O'Brien Obituary
Born in Portsmouth, N.H. on August 20, 1969, he was the son of John P. O'Brien and Louise A. O'Brien of Kittery, Maine.
John was a graduate of Traip Academy, class of 1988 and attended the University of Maine, Orono. He was a tradesman, and most recently was employed as a Maintenance Technician for the State of New Hampshire. He had a love for anything to do with the sea, but his greatest passion was sailing. He enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and his dog Zeus. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.
He is survived by his children, Shannon Mai of Hampton, N.H. and Emily Louise of Rye, N.H.; father, John P. O'Brien of Kittery, Maine; sister, Shelly and her husband Christopher Boesch of Eliot, Maine; nieces, Shawna Boesch of Brighton, Mass., Connor Janes of Brighton, Mass., and Karissa Boesch of Eliot, Maine, and nephews, Nick and Brett Janes of Eliot, Maine. He was predeceased by his mother, Louise Ann O'Brien.
John's sense of humor, kindness, and generosity will always be remembered by those he loved and who were fortunate enough to be touched by his life.
SERVICES: A Celebration of his life will be held at the J.S. Pelkey Funeral Home, 125 Old Post Rd., Kittery, Maine, on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. The burial will be private. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.jspelkeyfuneralhome.com. The family asks that In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of one's choice. Care for the O'Brien family has been entrusted to the JS Pelkey Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for John O'Brien
Lisa Kaiser (Steele)
August 4, 2019
Goodness how time escapes us so often...came across this and Im still in awe! Seems like yesterday when we were in high school riding around town in JPs pickup truck. Miss those days with you JP. God bless. I know Im a bit late to the party, but please know my thoughts and prayers still go out to JPs friends and family in ME. Electronic hugs to all,
Julie (Thurber) Sommerfelt
August 10, 2018
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. With the Lord's help, may you find comfort.
Chris Schroeder
November 11, 2017
Very very sorry for your loss, John and I went to Frisbee jh together and I'm shocked to hear of his passing. He will forever live on in your hearts and that can never be taken away.
Karen Horning
November 11, 2017
Am very sorry to hear of JP's sudden passing. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal;
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Shawn Anderson
November 10, 2017
Will miss you thanks for the best memories friends could ever have.
November 10, 2017
To the O'Brien family and friends,
Jay was a great friend to all of us at Kittery Point Yacht Club. He had a smile for everyone he met and was always there to lend a helping hand. We had many great times both on and off the water. He will be deeply missed. God bless you all. May you rest in peace Jay.
Love and sincerest sympathies,
Chris Snow
Commodore
KPYC
Scott Weeks
November 7, 2017
I met John O'Brien JP about 6 years ago we got along as soon as we met I'll miss him my condolences to his family and Friends he will be missed
Laura (Barcomb) Gobbi
November 7, 2017
Ive know JP since kindergarten. And even thought we had our ups and down Ill will always remember him. My condolences to his dad, sister and daughters! RIP JP!
Norah Alexander
November 7, 2017
Jay always had a smile and could make you laugh. I am so glad I got to know Jay through KPYC. He will be missed at the club as he was an active member. Rest in Peace, dear friend.
Steve,Gloria, paula and Joan McIntire
November 7, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to Jack, shelley ,his girls and the rest of the family..
Eugene Mozzoni
November 6, 2017
Sorry for your loss, your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Brittney
November 6, 2017
O'Brien family, we are so sorry for your loss. May your family be strengthened by God's words at 1 Peter 5:6,7.
Bob Geraci
November 6, 2017
Cindy and I are shocked and saddened by the news of JP's sudden passing. Our condolences to Jack, Shelly and family.
Art & Kathy Young
November 6, 2017
So very very sorry for your loss.
Art & Kathy Young
November 6, 2017
So very very sorry to hear of your loss.
Lisa Pierce Porter
November 4, 2017
Prayers to the family at this difficult time. I've known JP for quite a few years, and this breaks my heart. He was always carrying a smile and it was a pleasure to know him. RIP my dear friend. God Speed
Genai Wickey O'Brien
November 3, 2017
Prayers to JP's father, sister, and daughters during this difficult time. He had an incredible sense of humor. RIP JP. Thank you for making me laugh.
Kathy Sessler
November 3, 2017
Shelley I am so sorry, your brother was much too young. My heart aches for all of your family. Take strength in your family and friends ❤
Winnifred Linney
November 3, 2017
JP will always remain in my heart & mind as a fun loving, polite youngster who was a friend to my three kiddo's (Shawn, Laura, & Kevin Rex). I am sorry for your heartbreak. Gone way too soon. God Bless You All
November 3, 2017
I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. I spoke with JP this past summer about coming to visit but I never got around to it.I wished I had. My heart goes out to you all.
Deb Erhard Libby
November 3, 2017
JP was a classmate. Condolences to all.
Bill and Sophia Roach
November 3, 2017
To the O'Brien Family. We offer our sincerest condolences on your loss. We knew John from the KPYC and spent time socializing at Club events. John was a great guy with a heart as big as he was. Godspeed JP, and bless your Family through these difficult times. God Bess you.
Colleen Lingard
November 3, 2017
So so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Carol Zimmer Smith
November 3, 2017
Shelly, Shannon and Emily
So very sorry for the loss of your Brother/ Dad
May He Rest In Peace
November 3, 2017
My sincere condolences to family and friends. I knew JP a long time ago, and more recently renewed our relationship. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Respectfully,
Del Record
Joan Cozzone (McIntire)
November 3, 2017
Memories have been going through my head since I heard the news....Im devastated..We all loss contact but we always have memories..we were neighbors, friends..we got in trouble together...ALOT! I will miss u, but our memories will forever remain. .RIP JP...(((Hugs))) to your mom....Love ya
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