O’BRIEN, Ada 'Anne' – Surrounded by family, Anne passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Monday, February 8th, 2021, in her 87th year.
Predeceased by her loving husband John Patrick O’Brien.
Beloved mother of Terry, Kevin, Darren (Donna), Patricia (Andrew), Sean (Paddy), Cheryl (Nino), Derek and Jennifer (Ron). Proud grandmother of Katie, Molly, Shane, Hayley (Joseph), Channing (Eric), Connor (Regan), Morgan (D.J), Justin (Katherine), Nicole (Daniel), Claire and Braydon. Great grandmother of Everly, Harper and Abigail.
Predeceased by her brother Barry Connelly. Daughter of the late Russel and Beatrice Connelly.
Missed by her lifelong friend Anne McVicar from California. Predeceased by her dear friend Irene Johnson.
Anne was born on February 25, 1933. Proud of working at a young age with the government, Anne met her husband Patrick. She had an illustrious career with Southam Publishing Communications. Following that, her path led her to manage an antique shop, a job she loved and excelled in. Anne also enjoyed a fulfilling career with Bloorview Children’s Hospital.
Anne loved hockey, cottage life, cardinals, and Christmas, but mostly when she was at home with family. As the matriarch, she loved nothing more than family gatherings, where she was happiest.
Arrangements entrusted with Roadhouse and Rose funeral home, Newmarket. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, for those unable to attend the funeral service, please click the link below to watch the funeral service live.
Remembering Anne O’Brien
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