Ruth R. O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2024 in Brookline, Massachusetts

Ruth R. O'Brien

December 16, 1931 - December 12, 2024 (92 years old)

Brookline, Massachusetts

Ruth R. O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2024 in Brookline, Massachusetts

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Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home

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Ruth R. O'Brien

December 16, 1931 - December 12, 2024 (92 years old)

Brookline, Massachusetts

Ruth R. O'Brien Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ruth R. O'Brien of Brookline, Massachusetts, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ruth left this world on December 12, 2024 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her spouse Thomas Francis O; her parents, James Francis Reardon and Ruth Reardon (Powers); and her brothers, Edward Powers Reardon and James Gavin Reardon.

She is survived by: her children, Neal O'Brien of Brookline, MA, Luke O'Brien (Ilse), Brien of Holliston, MA, Conan O'Brien (Liza Powel O'Brien) of Los Angeles, CA, Kate O'Brien of Boston, MA, Jane O'Brien of San Anselmo, CA and Justin O'Brien (Joanna Shea O'Brien) of Winchester, MA.; and her grandchildren, Neve, Beckett, Paget, Eamonn, Declan, Grace, Irene, Finn and Caitlin. She is also survived by fifteen nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Ruth Reardon O'Brien, Class of 1953, to Vassar College, Office of Advancement, 161 College Avenue, Box 14, Poughkeepsie, New York 12603.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home



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Dec 17

Visitation

St. Lawrence Church
774 Boylston St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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Dec 18

Funeral Mass

St. Lawrence Church
774 Boylston St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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