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Alexander Jude "Alex" O'BRIEN

1986 - 2015

Alexander O'BRIEN Obituary

O'BRIEN, Alexander Jude "Alex"

Alexander "Alex" Jude O'Brien passed away January 19, 2015 in Austin, Texas, after a severe and protracted illness. He was born on Dec. 11, 1986 in New York City, New York. He graduated from Westlake High School in Austin in 2005. He was a graduate and a Fulbright Scholar from Georgetown University in Washington D.C, where he obtained a degree in International Business.



Alex worked in multiple business ventures around the world, including helping his brother Jack and fellow musicians launch and manage the band, "The Bright Light Social Hour". Alex spoke several languages and loved to travel. He was also an accomplished musician and a true humanitarian.



Alex O'Brien is survived by his father Dr. Robert O'Brien and mother, Patricia Quijas Corzo, his stepmother Lisa O'Brien, stepfather Dr. Richard White, his brothers Jack, and half- brothers Bobby, Eric, George, Phillip, and sister Aimee. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas Moore Catholic Church (10205 Ranch Road 620 North, Austin, TX 78726) at 11:50am, Saturday, January 24.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2015.

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April 8, 2015

Bobby, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son. I am thinking of you and will keep you in my prayers. Lynne Reidy Murphy

MOV

February 18, 2015

February 12, 2015

Lo siento mucho. se ve que era un gran muchacho.

Mary Lou Batlan

January 28, 2015

With sympathy and prayers,
from Westlake United Methodist Church and Mary Lou Batlan

FOUQUE Olivier

January 28, 2015

I'm just thinking about you and our parties in WAYNES BAR during your trip in Nice (FRANCE) That's the way i knew you.... Thoughts for your family and may you be in peace

Robin White

January 27, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to out to the family and band family. Alex will always, all ways be in our hearts.

Mary Frenkel

January 27, 2015

Will miss your clever remarks and long-time friendship, Alex. My heart is with your family; may they find peace and solace.

JoAnn Dusharm

January 26, 2015

Bob & Family: We are sorry to here the news about Alex, You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Much Love to you all

Kristy Nowak

January 25, 2015

You were such a sweet guy always with a smile. Many condolences and may you be in peace

January 24, 2015

We were so sorry to learn of the loss of Alex. He was always so polite and quick witted. He will be missed.

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