WESTFIELD: David W. O’Brien passed away on Monday, December 13th, at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. David graduated Westfield Trade School in 1969 and then worked for Baystate/Columbia Gas Company for 44 years before retiring in 2014. David was a fan of NASCAR and The Patriots, and he enjoyed spending time with his family.
He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Eleanor O’Brien of Westfield/Eastham, MA. He is survived by his wife Karen Reed O’Brien of 49 years, his children William and wife Trisha of Lockport, NY; Sean and wife Kate of Pawcatuck, CT; Lynn and Fiancé Michael of Chicopee, MA and 3 grandchildren: Bridget, Connor and Kylie. His sister Pat Dennis and brother Robert O’Brien and wife Judy. He also leaves his mother-in-law Therese Reed, sister/brother-in-law’s and many nieces/nephews. He also leaves his beloved dog Molly.
Calling hours will be Saturday, December 18th, at Firtion-Adams Funeral Home in Westfield from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM; a small service will take place immediately after the calling hours. In lieu of flowers, please make donations towards the D’Amour Center for Cancer Care. Firtionadams.com