Michael J. O'Brien Obituary
The passing of Michael J. O'Brien of Cascade, Iowa occurred on November 11, 2026. Michael, born on November 20, 1935, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael J. O'Brien to show support.
Michael touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Michael’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Earl, Sr and Mary Grace (Callahan) O'Brien; father and mother-in-law: Francios and Jennella Till and Irene Till; wife: Joyce; sons: Gary (Alice) O'Brien and Greg (Georgeanne) O'Brien; daughters: Colleen (Danny) Horsfield and Gina O'Brien; brothers and sisters-in-laws: Lois Schlegel, Joe O'Brien, Terry O'Brien, Debbie (Bob) Green, Rex Gogerty and Janet Schoenberg; brothers, sisters, and in-laws: Earl (Elaine) O'Brien, Kaye Gogerty, Ralph (Mary Ann) O'Brien, George (Maurna) O'Brien, Pat (Ann) O'Brien, Joannel (Irwin) McDermott, Rich Schlegel, Monie O'Brien, Delores O'Brien, Steve O'Brien and Lee Schoenbeck; grandchildren: Lindsey (Mike) Humpal, Erin (Jim) Bowers, Rachel (Trever) Griswold, Teresa (Mike) Szmurlo, Bill Horsfield, Kevin (Jessie) O'Brien, David O'Brien and the late Michael O'Brien; great grandchildren: Parker, Nora, Savannah, Lettie, James, Connor, Alelyn, Mason, Leone, Owen, Ivy, Colin, Grace, Faye, Matthew and Ottis O'Brien; other: Charlie Gile; and 9 grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews Phil McDermott, Tim O'Brien, and Mark Schoenbeck.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 16th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Martin's Catholic Church (408 3rd Ave NW, Cascade, IA 52033). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, November 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
