Newcomer Family Obituaries - Patricia Anne O'Brien 1926 - 2021 - Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

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In Loving Memory of

Patricia Anne O'Brien

1926 - 2021

In Loving Memory of

Patricia Anne O'Brien

1926 - 2021

Patricia A. O’Brien., 94, Greenwood, passed away on January 6, 2021 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born in Indianapolis, IN, on May 28, 1926, the only child, of Joseph F. and Thelma V. (Harrison) Duffey.

She married James J. O’Brien, Jr. on June 26, 1948 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Indianapolis. James preceded her in death after more than 62 years of marriage.

She was a 1940 graduate of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Grade School, a 1944 graduate of Manual High School in Indianapolis and was a proud member of the Manual ’44 Club

With her husband she was a charter member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Indianapolis from 1959-1966 and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Church for four decades,

She co-owned and operated O’Brien Floorcovering and Remnant Station from 1983 to 2010.

A devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, her survivors include three sons, Timothy J. (Nancy), Daniel F. and David M. O’Brien; grandson Joseph C. (Jessica) O’Brien; granddaughter Laura K. (Jeffery) Lanie; great grand daughters Alice M. and Erin C. Lanie.

Private services will be held for the family. Burial in Calvary Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Dan, we are sending our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. We pray for strength and healing as you grieve the loss of your Mother.

Jerry and Sarah Harkness

~ Jerry Harkness - January 11, 2021

I never met your Mom but Bill Lawler had great memories of her since he has known the OBtien brothers for years. I am so sorry for your loss of your mother. I will keep your family in my prayers. Sending love to surround you during this difficult time.

~ Patti Lawler - January 11, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. I loved talking with your mom at the store and many social occasions over the years. She is in heaven with your dad and she probably hasn't stopped telling him about his great grandchildren and all that he missed. Love and prayers to you all.

~ Lauri Griffin - January 10, 2021

So sorry to hear of Aunt Pat's passing. Our prayers go out to all of the O'Brien family.

~ Ann Norton - January 10, 2021

To my friend in your time of sorrow. Knowing she had a full life does not make her passing any easier for all those who loved her. A mother’s love is never very far—only a memory away. I never had the pleasure to know your mother. However, I can see that she was a lady who is worthy of appreciation and remembrance because I know you. I am so sorry.

~ Linda Lashbrook - January 9, 2021

I remember being a little kid, maybe 6 or 7 when I finally realized Aunt Pat was really my aunt. Remember I was the youngest when you listen to the “why”.

Whenever the adults would talk they alway said Pat “Duffy” when they talked about Aunt Pat. I thought she was just a friend of the family bc they called her that. I asked my mom why she always around and I think she cried for a hour laughing. She explained that using “Duffy” was they way the adults separated Aunt Pat Norton from Aunt Pat Duffy. I was young; but gained an aunt, right?

God Bless.

~ Mark Minatel - January 9, 2021

I love this picture of her.
Sorry to hear of her passing. We send our sympathy and prayers.

~ Diane Norton - January 9, 2021

~ Mark Minatel - January 9, 2021

So sorry for your loss Dan.

~ Cynthia Schreen - January 9, 2021