Rita L. O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on May 9, 2026 in Vero Beach, Florida

Rita L. O'Brien

December 6, 1930 - May 9, 2026 (95 years old)

Vero Beach, Florida

Rita L. O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on May 9, 2026 in Vero Beach, Florida

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Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory

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Rita L. O'Brien

December 6, 1930 - May 9, 2026 (95 years old)

Vero Beach, Florida

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Rita L. O'Brien Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Rita L. O'Brien of Vero Beach, Florida, who passed away at the age of 95, on May 9, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Nicholas Sances and Catherine Brennan Sances; her spouse John'Johnny Boy'O'Brien; her son John O'Brien Jr.; and her siblings, Jeanne Sances Gorham, John Sances, William Sances and Nicholas'Buddy'Sances.

She is survived by: her daughter Kathleen O'Brien Codero; her siblings, Mary'Betty'Dorion, Barbara Sparks and Bobby Sances; and her grandchildren, Kristen, Matthew, Brittany and Dakota. She is also survived by three great- grandchildren and numerous relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory



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May 13, 2026

Friends @ Modern Assistance Programs, Inc. planted 50 trees

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May 13, 2026

Judi Melvin wrote a sympathy message

“Bobby & Family, Thinking of you. So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed Bobby sharing pictures. Much Love, Judi”


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