Michael Robert O'Brien
Born: Mon Jun 21, 1948
Died: Sun Jul 15, 2012
Memorial Service
2:00 PM Tue Jul 24, 2012
Location: Chapel of the Valley Mortuary
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O’BRIEN, Michael, 64 of Palmdale, Calif., and formerly of Rutland,VT passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 15, 2012. He was the son of Catherine (Stapleton) O’Brien and Morgan O’Brien. He served in the United States Air Force and worked in the Rutland area before moving to California where he recently retired from the Diagnostic Center of Southern California. He is survived by his wife Cindy Rouse O’Brien, son Michael M. O’Brien, daughter Courtney A. O’Brien, grandson, Michael V. O’Brien, and numerous brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, and nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary Jane Austin. Special acknowledgement to the Kaiser Hospice nurses for their care and compassion. A memorial will be held at 2pm Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at Chapel of the Valley Mortuary. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in honor of Michael.
Charitable donations may be made in Michael's memory to the following organization:
American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org
30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701
Tel: 800 952 7430 x4712
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Cim clark
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Posted Mon July 16, 2012
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So many great memories through the years Michael played a part in. It sure will be diffrent without you here.You were dealt such a troubled hand these last few months,but never wanted to give up. You showed how amazing you were.Never stopped loving your family,Michael if you can hear me ty for loving Cindy she just has nothing but so much love for you too. You are at peace now no more pain ,You will be greatly missed.Love Cim, Greg, Samantha, Tiffany ,and Cameron Clark (Michael ,We love you!!!!!) Thanks for being in our lives....Gone too soon my bro in law.
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pat stapleton
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Posted Tue July 17, 2012
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mike j know u can hear me when i say i love u i will never forget the good times we had when u see your mom/dad and my mom/dad tell them we love and miss them mike i love u
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Marisa Stewart
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Posted Tue July 17, 2012
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Uncle Mike. It is an honor to have been your niece. You were an amazing man. You had so much strength & we have so much love for you. You will always be in my heart. I'll never forget your laugh and the hugs. Thank you for the smiles. Until we meet again. I love you.
Marisa (Rouse) Stewart
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Agnes Stapleton Duclo
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Posted Tue July 17, 2012
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You truly were like another brother,you and Ed news year eve in Conn, the trip to key Wst the love affair with Thor. These things one can not make up.I'll miss you and you leave a empty place in our hearts.Your in a good place no more pain,keep a eye on us mortals.We will take all the help we can get.Love you Mackel( THIS IS WHAT I CALLED HIM)Agnes
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Jamie Allaire
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Posted Tue July 17, 2012
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I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Mike''''s passing. I have some fond memories of him from when I was young. My thoughts and prayers are with you Courtney and Cindy. Love Jamie.
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Albert J. Marro
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Posted Wed July 18, 2012
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My condolences to the family of Mike .. I haven''t seen him for many years now but still have fond memories from MSJ where we were classmates ...
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Nancy Pfenning-Steele
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Posted Wed July 18, 2012
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Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy and family
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Deborah( Parker)StLawrence
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Posted Wed July 18, 2012
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I am sorry for your loss.You are all in my prayers.
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Deborah (Parker) StLawrence
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Posted Wed July 18, 2012
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Mike, you will be missed.I remember riding motorcycles with you and my Dad,When I was growing up I thought of you as another big brother.I have been remembering all the things you and my Father did togeather.I love.
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Bill & Judy Rouse
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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We have some terrific memories of when we were younger and doing so many things together and with family that will always be in our hearts and minds. Family campsites at Waterhouses, Atlantic City trips complete with bus people, crowded elavators (Lets Try!), and those stinking escalators. I will remember the trip the four of us took to the Ice Show in Boston. You new the way back but I didn''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''t, I was driving, you were navigating but sleeping. We were in a blizzard. Instead of returning to Rutland County we spent the night in Plymouth NH. 4-wheeling in your Ford pick-up still reminds me of those escalators rides in Atlantic City. Thank You Mike for being a part of us and for being there for Cindy all these years as well as for Taters and Mikey. We will miss you in the now, but will keep you in our hearts forever.
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Courtney Alison
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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Dad, I watched you the strongest man I''''ve ever known fight the hardest battle of your life. It was a horrible battle that sadly you did not win. Dad you were the guy who made everyone laugh and I know you didn''''t want to leave this world be cause of all the love you had for everyone. But you dad lived a very happy great life. I always admired your ability to live life spontaneously and without regret. I know I wasn''''t a picture perfect child and i made my mistakes some worse than others, but you dad, you always forgave me not matter what. You loved me like a father should teaching me right from wrong and accepting me flaws and all. No matter how insecure I got you always found a way to say something to make it better. Dad when you got sick my greatest fear was that you were gonna miss out on everything any girl dreams of, you giving me away at my wedding, and my children growing up being spoiled by you and mom. I have come to realize that physically you may not be here but in spirit you will be here. Dad for 5 months i watched you fight and never give up and i watched my mother by your side day and night. I admire both of your strength and love. Life is a struggle everyday and everyday you have in this world is precious. Dad you have now shown me that. Ill miss you everyday of my life.. LOVE YOU DADDY
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Paula (O''''Brien) Crossman
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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Dear Cindy & Family, Christine and I are so sorry to hear the news about Michaels passing. May God bless & comfort you all at this time. "Cousin Michael was so very special to both Christine & I. We cherish all our childhood memories. Michael was greatly loved by all. Sending all our love, I hope you are laughing Michael, itchie kitchie Koo!!!!! <3 until we see you again........
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Mary Parker
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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Micheal,
I just want to say how much I loved you always enjoyed spending time with you.Most recently with Kathy and Jerry last October is Los Vages at Kathy's Condo.and also at the Olive Garden,rememebering our past.I also go back many years when you came to the house on East Street and built a Castle for Little Micheals Christmas Present.And you and Lynn playing Chess by the hours.Mecheal I will never forget you,Till we meet again
Mary Margaret
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Mary Parker
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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Micheal,
I just want to say how much I loved you always enjoyed spending time with you.Most recently with Kathy and Jerry last October is Los Vages at Kathy''s Condo.and also at the Olive Garden,rememebering our past.I also go back many years when you came to the house on East Street and built a Castle for Little Micheals Christmas Present.And you and Lynn playing Chess by the hours.Mecheal I will never forget you,Till we meet again
Mary Margaret
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Bill Stapleton
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Posted Thu July 19, 2012
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Mike,
Lorri and I were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of your passing. We were not cognizant of you trials the past six months. Our condolences go out to Cindy
Mike and Courtney.
I have many fond memories of our childhood when you, Mary Jane and I were more like siblings. You were the Best Man when Lorri and I married in 1975.
You also had incredible courage to leave your roots in Vermont and establish a new life in California.
Our family will always love and miss you. Vaya con Dios.
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Debbie Whittemore Murphy
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Posted Fri July 20, 2012
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Cindy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Family at this very hard time
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Rosa Wright and Business Managers-Accouting Supervisors
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Posted Tue July 24, 2012
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Rest in Peace, dear kindred brother. We will miss you. With Love, Your Department of Education Sisters and Brothers, BAMS.
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Nick Cook
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Posted Tue July 24, 2012
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I so enjoyed working with Michael at the Diagnostic Center -- he was friendly, funny (even when he was angry about something!), and a man of his word. He made a difference there, to the staff, to the parents, and to the kids.
My deepest sympathy to his family.
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Kathy & Jerry Hughes
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Posted Wed August 01, 2012
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Mike remember all the good times and conversations we shared about old families stories and even about Ross Perault. We always enjoyed our trips to Las Vegas and getting together with Cindy and you. May you rest in peace and please give a big HI to our beloved Joan.
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Charlene allis
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Posted Sat August 18, 2012
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When Mike married my sister he gained a large extended family-for better or worse.So many great memories were made while they lived in Vt.We "took over"Waterhouses for many summers.We had our own bingo,pot luck meals and fireworks. Winters were midnight bowling and Christmas get togethers.My last memory is very emotional being present as Mike lost his very valiant battle for his life on earth. He kept his sense of humor,concern for Cindy,Courtney and Mikey and his determination to get out of bed and sit on the couch until just days before his death. Sadly as hard as he tried to overcome, it was not to be. My sister lost her soulmate, Courtney and Mikey their dad, Little mike his grandad and our extended family lost a much loved son in law, brother in law and uncle way too soon. Mike, until we meet again, thanks for the memories.
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