Patrick (Paddy) O'Brien
January 28, 1946 to July 5, 2021
Obituary
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, Patrick Walter O’Brien (Outer Cove). Paddy passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital on July 5, 2021.
Predeceased by his parents Dennis Sr. and Mary O’Brien, parents-in-law William and Mary Field, brother Dennis, and sisters-in-law Rowena and Linda O’Brien.
Forever remembered and forever loved by his wife Dorothy (Field) of 55 years, his cherished children Jody (Billy), Paddy (Janice), Christina (Dave), and his little fur-baby Rosie; grandchildren Andrew, Cody, Kyle, Jamie, Ciara, James, and Dawson; great-grandchildren Kaiden, Jade, Maddison, Faye, and Colton; siblings John, Frank, Shirley, and Rose; and many nieces, nephews, family and countless life-long friends too numerous to mention.
Paddy spent over 40 years doing what he loved: drilling Artesian wells across Newfoundland and Labrador and meeting so many people. He always enjoyed a great story or conversation with all his customers. He always made a point to find out who you were and where you came from. In the good old days Paddy always enjoyed a great party and dance floor to a great waltz and jive on, all while sipping on a rum and coke. Once retired, he spent as much time as he could at his cabin in Jamestown, where he loved to putter around with family and friends.
Paddy/Dad, you were the strongest and most determined person with such a big heart and gentle soul. You were friends with many and was always there to lend a hand.
Paddy spent eight months in the ICU at the Health Sciences Centre before being transferred to the ICU at St. Clare’s where he spent his remaining four months. During those times in the ICU, the nurses became our family as well. They each held a special place in his heart and ours. Andrew, Renee, Pauline, Laura, Danica, Leigh-Anne, Sherry-Lynn, Juanita, Trish, Josh, Alicia and Michael: your kindness and compassion never went unnoticed and we thank you for all you did to help Dad’s days be a little brighter, especially his dance party. To the two most memorable ward clerks, Christa (HSC) and Melissa (St. Clare’s), ladies you always popped your head in to see Dad and he loved seeing and chatting/lip reading with you both. Those little visits brightened his day more than you will ever know. Thank you!
You all knew if you received “the signature Paddy O’Brien wink and smile” it was all good!
To the doctors who went over and above to care for dad we will never be able to thank you enough. Dr. O’Brien, Dr. Cliff, Dr. Parfrey, Dr. Eustace, Dr. Steffanelli and Dr. Clayden. Thank- you.
To Dr. Sharon Peter’s Thank- you for your dedication to your work and your patients. We are so grateful for all your compassion and kindness.
To respect dads wishes cremation has taken place.
Flowers are greatly accepted or a donation could be made to a charity of one’s choice in Paddy’s name.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Thursday July 8th from 9:00am to 9:00pm. A service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Friday, July 9th at 11:00am. The funeral service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person with the link available above.
Schedule
Visitations
9:00am- 9:00pm on July 8, 2021
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Friday July 9th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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O my god wow . Just found out about this today .. I am so sorry to hear this my family would of been there if we had of known .. patty was a good friend to our family I loved hearing the stories he told me of all the times he looked after me … my condolences to all of you rest in peace Patty ❤❤ the Meyers family
We send our sincere condolences to your family on Paddy’s passing. He was truly a great man.
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing . Deepest sympathy to you and your family . Cherish the good memories to help you cope and move on . Thinking if you all .
We are so saddened with the news of Paddy’s passing. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Jody and family, so sorry to hear of your dads passing .
We were so sad to hear of Paddy’s passing. Our deepest a d sincere condolences to his family.
We have fond memories of Paddy while he stayed with us while drilling wells in the Gander Bay Area.
Our sincere condolences to the O’ Brien family.. We have fond memories of Paddy while he drilled wells in Gander Bay and one for us. We remember being at his and Dorothy s twenty fifth anniversary and danced all nite. He will surely be missed. Our prayers to the family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers sending love. Resti in peace uncle Paddy.
The Kelly family
To the O’Brien family,
We were so sad to hear of Paddy’s passing. Our deepest and sincere condolences are sent to you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayer. Hopefully holding on to the beautiful memories you have will help ease the pain. RIP Paddy.
Dot and family,so sorry for your loss.Paddy was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
To the O’Brien Family, So sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing, we the Jackson Family have fond memories of him over the years . Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all at this time. Rest in Peace Paddy, God Bless you all. The Jackson Family
To the O’Brien family,
So sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Nell Devereaux and family
We were so sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing.
Deepest condolences to his family.
Rest in peace, Paddy.
Alex & Angela Martin
Well Paddy, you were always a going concern. You worked til there was no more to give and you loved your family to the bitter end. So now it is your turn to rest. I am sure you will give the Good Fellow a run for his money when you arrive, You have me wondering if He will ever catch you but in the end you will be glad to rest and Rest In Peace, knowing you were loved and cherished by all who crossed your path. xoxo I will remember you always. Ann
Aunt Dot, Jody, Paddy & Christina
So sorry to hear of Uncle Paddy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. He was a great man.
To the O’Brien Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy on Paddy’s passing. He was a household name to many and # 1 Go To Person when it came to well drilling.
We hope the love he felt for all of you will lift you through the difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Paddy.
Dot and family, sincere condolences on the loss of Paddy – he is at peace now and has left you all with a lifetime of wonderful memories. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Dot, Jody , Paddy Jr. and Chrissy and the entire O’Brien Family,
So saddened by the passing of my wonderful neighbour and dear friend. “Paddy “came in to our lives when we built our home next door to the O’Brien family more than 30 years ago. John Sr and Paddy became fast friends and over the years we were blessed to share great times with Paddy and his family . Words fall short when trying to describe Paddy…he was not large in stature……hard to believe that body could hold such a large ,caring and generous heart! When John passed away Paddy became like a guardian angel , always checking in to see if there was anything I needed and always there to give a helping hand.! I will miss “P” more that words can express! To all, may the memories of this wonderful man aprovide comfort during this difficult time.
Rest In Peace my friend ❤️
So sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing. Our deepest condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace.
Jody and Family,
So terribly sorry on the loss of Paddy. He was a hard working man that done a great job providing for his family. I remember being a kid and loving all his big equipment rolling through the town. He was respected and liked by many, I never heard a bad word said about him, only good things.
I’m sorry I’m not able to pay my respects in person due to work commitments. Please know you are all in my thoughts. Take care in the coming days.
Condolences to all the family.Paddy was one of the best .
RIP ..Paddy
Our sincere condolences. I met Paddy when I worked at NL Armature Works, he was a hard working man. He always spoke of his beautiful family. God Bless.
Christina & family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your dad. May the wonderful memories you shared help you through this very difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Paddy,s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.God bless you all. Rest in peace Paddy.
Dot and family, So sorry to hear about Paddy’s passing. He was a hard worker and the best neighbour to our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Paddy.We send our deepest condolences.We will keep you in our prayers.Francis&Elizabeth Keating.
My deepest condolences to the O’Brien family. Paddy was at my wedding on October 21, 1988. Always had a smile for you. RIP Paddy
My deepest condolences to the O’Brien family. I am saddened at the news of Paddy’s passing. The kindest man, with the biggest heart.
Rest In Peace my friend….
My sincere condolences to Paddy’s Family. A very
sweet man who had a smile for everyone he met…….
and I’m sure there are many. He will be missed by all.
Rest In Peace Paddy????????
Louise Lawlor
Sending my deepest condolences to the O’Brien family. May all the memories of him keep you smiling and strong during this sad time.
Go rest high on that mountain Paddy. ????
So sorry I didn’t get to see you uncle Paddy you were a remarkable man, the hardest worker I ever met and you loved your family more than life itself. May you rest in peace until we meet again.
So sorry to hear of Paddy passing, we Ofer our Condolences to all his family.May he RIP
Sending our deepest condolences to the O’Brien family. Treasure your memories always.
Our deepest condolences to Paddy’s family. May all your wonderul memories bring a smile to your face and be a source of comfort to you all in the days ahead. R.I.P Paddy
Sincere condolences to all the Family. May he Rest In Peace.
Aunt Dot, and family
I have many great memories of visiting as a kid. You and uncle Paddy were always so good to us when we visited. Was truly saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Much Love
Karin (Rose’s daughter)
Paddy is my younger brother and I loved him so. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dot and family. When I think of him a smile comes to my face. He was always filled with life and love. Forever in my heart.
All my love
Rose O’Brien
Jody and. Family,. So very sorrow to hear of your dad’s passing. I remember him well, very nice man. Hold your memories of him close to your heart. God bless. Mary Hickey
Dear Dot and Family. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Paddy. Gladys always kept me posted on how he was doing and I know that you gave him such strength and love when he was in hospital. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mary Kavanagh
My deepest condolences to all of Paddy’s family and friends. I will remember him fondly.. God Bless you all.
Christina, Dave and Dawson so sorry for your loss ,may paddy Rest In Peace .hold on to the good memories for that is what will get you through this sad time .take care
Sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing. Will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to family and friends.
To Paddy’s family,
I am truly sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing. I hope he is finally at peace. He was so lucky to have such an incredibly supportive family in his corner. I know this past year of his hospitalization was not easy on any of you but you were always there for him, even on FaceTime during the lockdown. I always enjoyed listening to the old country music with him, his visits with Rosie and getting that famous wink and smile from him!
I wish you all strength to help you through this hard time, I’m sure he’s smiling down on all of you now.
– Laura Martin (RN at the HSC ICU)
Dot & family so sorry to hear of Patty’s passing , our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.may he Rest In Peace. Norman Rosemary & Chris Billard ????
Paddy, Jody and families I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I remember you all as a very close family growing up. My condolences to all.
Karen Manning (Hatch)
Condolences to all the family.
Paddy and family
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Angela Barry