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Marianne O'Brien Obituary
MARIANNE T. O'BRIEN
November 9, 1935 April 26, 2019
Born on November 9, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois to James E. and Marion Thompson. Marianne died on April 26, 2019 with elegance, peace, and her steadfast family by her side, just as she lived her remarkable life.
Marianne married the love of her life Edward J. O'Brien II (Ned) in 1958 and they used humor, poise and dignity as they took on the world together for 54 years. They mastered the creation of family, raising five uniquely beautiful children, all of whom knew they were the most important thing in her life, by a longshot. Faith and family were the cornerstones of Marianne's charmed life, followed directly by a network of very close and wonderful friends, all of which helped her meet life's challenges with strength and grace.
Demonstrating that great gifts require great risks, this big city girl from Chicago hopped a train to Denver to attend Loretto Heights College, a risk that paid off with the introduction to her husband, Ned. As a devoted wife and mother, Marianne always found a way to give of her time and talents to causes close to her heart. She quietly made an immense difference in the lives of countless people, through her random acts of kindness, generous spirit and willingness to give of her attention.
Marianne is proceeded in death by her parents, James E. and Marion Thompson, her husband Edward J. O'Brien II, son Matthew J. O'Brien, sister Barbara Seng, and brother James E. Thompson Jr. Her legacy lives on through her children, Steven J. O'Brien (Cathleen), Jennifer O. Archibald (Robert), Paul E. O'Brien (Christine) Timothy E. O'Brien (Eileen) and flawless grandchildren, Anny, Keelie, Regan, Afton, Liam, Dallas and London.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday May 3, 2019 at 2:00pm at St. Mary's Cathedral, 22 W. Kiowa Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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Memories and Condolences
for Marianne O'Brien
Jackie
May 4, 2019
May the God of all comfort give this family strength and peace during this difficult time - Psalms 29:ll.
My sincere condolences,
Angela Dersno
May 2, 2019
I'm going to miss her spirit, she was a great person and I'm here for you all in this time. She had a great life my she rest in heaven
Angela Dersno
May 2, 2019
My condolences to your family! It was such a honor to have such a special person touch my life the way she did, I will forever have her in my heart ❤ my prayers are with you all She was very special and a bright soul no more pain Rest Easy Mrs O'Brien you will be truly missed.
Jerry Good
May 1, 2019
My condolences to the O'Brian family
Hallie Lavick-Shelby
April 30, 2019
Dear OBrien family, Im so sorry to hear of sweet Mariannes passing. I loved her so. I will cherish the memories Ive been blessed to have with her. Im thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sending love ❤. Hallie.
Teri Robinson
April 30, 2019
The O'Brien family I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing I enjoyed everyday I got to spend with her. May the memories of her help you through the difficult time.
April 30, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss; please accept my deepest condolences in this difficult time of sorrow and may you find comfort knowing that all those who fall asleep in death are in God's memory (Psalms 116:15). My sincere regards, ~MM~
Meghan McGlynn Stephenson
April 30, 2019
Marianne was one of my favorites. I loved her smile and her spirit. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of my O'Brien family!!
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