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Dennis O'Brien Obituary
FREMONT: Dennis "Denny" O'Brien, 63, of Fremont, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at the Toledo Hospital. He was born in Elyria on October 9, 1951. Denny was a son of Keith D. and Audrey (Hearne) Queen.
Denny was a 1970 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and Vanguard Vocational School for auto mechanics. He was working for Culligan Water Conditioning, Fremont for 45 1/2 years as the Operations Manager, and so looking forward to retiring in April.
Denny was an avid fisherman, having fished in Canada with his best buds Gary and Jerry, also in Cabo San Lucas and Cancun, Mexico. Denny quite often claimed to have caught the biggest or most fish, but now we are sure he is catching the "big one" in heaven! He also bowled and golfed on leagues in Fremont. Denny always enjoyed playing games with family and friends; and he was especially good at trivia, always questioning someone about something.
Denny was a music enthusiast; enjoying the tunes of Stevie Ray Vaughn, Journey, Chicago, Moody Blues, Dan Fogelberg, and Celine Dion. Ultimately, his family was his greatest love and joy of his life.
On November 18, 1972, Denny married Christie "Chris" Martin at Grace Lutheran Church, Fremont; she survives. Together, they had two sons, Eric M. (Amy) O'Brien and Reid A. (Amanda) O'Brien of Fremont.
Denny is also survived by Eric's children, Gavin, Merynn, and Karys O'Brien; Reid's children, Quentin and Forrest O'Brien; brothers, Robert (Sue) Queen and Scott (Michelle) Queen all of Plant City, FL; aunt, June Lunter of Elyria; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be Monday, March 2, 2015 from 3-8 p.m. at the Herman-Kinn-Karlovetz Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Fremont, where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, 11:00 a.m. Pastor Forrest Kirchenbauer will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital or Back to the Wild, Castalia.
To express online condolences or view Denny's Memorial Tribute Video, please visit: www.hermankinn.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dennis O'Brien
Jayne Wingo
March 5, 2015
Dear Chris and Family: I was sorry to hear about Denny. Thinking of you all and wanted to say to live one day at a time, let the love that you shared carry you through.
Betty & Marshall Harris
March 4, 2015
Love Will Live On: Wherever a beautiful soul has been, the love still there will flower again. For memories bloom like a garden in spring- the sun still shines, and birds still sing, and a voice of hope seems to whisper like wind.
"Love's never lost; love never ends...
(Betty Williamson)
Bob and Cindi Saalman
March 4, 2015
Hoping that time is kind to your heart and that it brings you sweet memories in place of sadness.
Lesa Wright
March 2, 2015
So sorry to hear of Denny's sudden passing. I know your family is so close and deeply saddened at this time. Prayers to you all, Chris, Eric, Reid and my dear friend Amy, as well as all of the grandchildren.
God Bless
Lesa and Family
Michelle & Keith Cummings
March 2, 2015
Dear Chris and family so sorry to hear the passing of Denny. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Love Bill - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/thenews-messenger/dennis-obrien-denny-condolences/174261546?cid=full#sthash.I9QXKQ39.dpuf
Chris and family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Denny. Our thoughts and prayer go out to you all!
March 2, 2015
To Chris and Family: Our deepest sympathies on the unexpected passing of Denny. We were shocked. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We wish you strength and faith for the days and weeks ahead. Parm and Tom Boyer
Pam, and Bill Pickard
March 1, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
scott queen
March 1, 2015
My loving brother I'm going to miss you I'll see ya soon tell mom and dad I love them
scott queen
March 1, 2015
Dear Chris,Reid,Eric I'm so sorry for the loss of dennny RIP my dear brother I'm going to miss your great smile love scott,michelle,Hayley,Lexi
Bill Erick
March 1, 2015
Dear Chris and family so sorry to hear the passing of Denny. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Love Bill
Lynne Russell
February 28, 2015
Dear Chris & family,
We were so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Lynne & Ernie Russell
February 28, 2015
DearCh
Kaye Lipstraw
February 28, 2015
Chris and family, I am so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. My thoughts and all my prayers are with you and your dear family
Renee Goebel
February 28, 2015
Can't stop thinking of you all. I am here for whatever you need. My deepest sympathy. Hugs and love.
Tina (Durnwald) DeLaet
February 27, 2015
Chris,
So sorry to hear of Denny's passing....
Cheri Damschroder
February 27, 2015
Chris and family, So sad to hear of Dennis's sudden passing. Our hearts are with you. Cheri and Paul
February 27, 2015
My deepest sympathy Chris and family on the untimely loss of Denny. Thoughts and prayers.
Darleen Zaleski
Richard & Debra Wilson
February 27, 2015
So sorry to hear about Denny pasting.
David and Shirley LaBonte
February 27, 2015
Chris,Reid and Eric and families, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May all the happy memories help you through this difficult time.
Lee and Sharon Bowden
February 27, 2015
Chris & family So sorry to hear about Denny. He was such a great husband, father and grandfather who will be missed by all. May all the wonderful memories help all of you at this very difficult time . Our Deepest Symphony. Love & Prayers
February 27, 2015
Chris, Eric & Reid,
So sorry to hear about Denny. What a shock! Our prayers are with all of you. He will be missed.
Bill & Angie Kiser
Sharon McCready-Haitz
February 27, 2015
Chris & Family,
So sorry to hear of Denny's passing. I know this is a very sad and difficult time. He is free at last, and you will meet again. His life was well lived and to be celebrated! Hugs to all!
Sharon McCready Haitz
Bob and Lisa Druckenmiller
February 27, 2015
Dear Chris and family, So sorry to hear of your loved one's passing..Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Chris. Bob and Lisa Druckenmiller
Laurie Haaser
February 27, 2015
Chris, Eric, Reid and family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all, Please remember he is with the Best.
Your Denny was a wonderful man. God bless.
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