Rita O'Brien
November 30, 1955 ~ October 6, 2018
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rita O'Brien at the age of 62 from a rare form of lymphoma after a yearlong battle with this excruciatingly painful form of cancer. She passed peacefully in her sleep at home with family present. She is survived by her husband of 41 years Roger O'Brien; sons, Shawn O'Brien and Jason Sobczak; her brothers, Charles Augello, Frank St. George and Russell St. George and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and 3 gorgeous grandchildren who she cherished. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank St. George and mother, Rosalia Licata of Fredonia, NY. The family wishes to thank all of those that helped and lent support to her long and painful struggle and wish to especially thank Karen Vordenbaum for her continuous daily support and care. It was her wish to be cremated with her ashes scattered into the sea at her favorite family fishing spot. There will be no formal church or funeral home services, but rather a celebration of her life at home with any family or friends that would wish to attend @ 5:00 PM on Friday, October 12, 2018.
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My fondest memory of my dear childhood friend Rita was her love for family. She was always a woman of strength and determination. Also, a typical, good little Catholic Italian girl who was taught to be a good daughter, sister, friend and mother, which she was. It’d been too many years since we last spoke and I’m sad to hear of her passing. You will always remain in my heart with love and fondness. With love, Kathy Saletta Greene
Roger, our sincere condolences to you and your family. I remember Rita as always being the happy italian girl that she always was, full of energy and humor. Cherish the memories you have. God Bless.
Dexter Gillespie
I’m so sad by the loss of a dear friend I’ve known since elementary school. I extend my deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved family member. I’ll never forget Rita, she was always cheerful and a delight to be with. Prayers to the family, God bless you all and give you comfort at this time.
My Sister Rita , I will miss are long talks at Christmas time how you would make me laugh., for the past year she has told me she would be fine keeping the pain she had to herself she was a strong person. she would always have high hopes of being cancer free. I miss you so much Rita ! God be with you and always with your family Love You