Contributions to the tribute of Gerald Leonard O'Brien

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Saturday, May 14, 2022

I played basketball with Jerry for many years at Whiteside. From the first moment I walked in the gym I was introduced to the “Godfather” of the gym. Often Jerry would pull me aside to talk. I will always cherish those moments. He was a model of Christ and a leader worth modeling and following. I will miss him.

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Irene Sandner posted a condolence

Saturday, May 14, 2022

The McDermott family is thinking of our Tulsa family at this time. Uncle Jerry was a great man who clearly loved his family. We hold such fond memories of your visits to Chicago and still talk about the fun we had when we met you for the 50th anniversary. We take comfort in knowing that our mother is back with her big brother. God Bless.

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Paul Teel posted a condolence

Saturday, May 14, 2022

We have been long time "across the street" neighbors and we have very fond memories of Jerry. For many, many years Jerry would be the first out in the day to return our trash bins to our driveway from the street. That kind act of service will be forever in our memories. I had many conversations out in the yard about his tennis matches, politics, our yards, and neighborhood activities. Jerry and Diane's kitchen table faces our house and they became our surrogate "house watchers" when we would be away on vacation or long trips. One time he called me to tell me to change the channel on my TV in my kitchen. He could see our TV from his kitchen! It was more of a laugh than anything else. We will miss those conversations greatly and will pray for God's Peace and Grace over Diane and the family.

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The Hopkins Family planted a tree in memory of Gerald O'Brien

Friday, May 13, 2022

With deepest sympathy and much love.

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Michael Standifer posted a condolence

Thursday, May 12, 2022

Jerry was a great basketball teammate and friend. We had many years of playing and winning championships. He was a great athlete and competitor. Rest well Jerry and God bless.

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Ray Pfaff posted a condolence

Thursday, May 12, 2022

As a long time tennis partner of Jerry, especially in later years, I have missed and will continue to miss Jerry’s calm, influence even in team matches when his partner might be dragging him down. As a fellow conservative, we had many on and off the court discussions about politics and Jerry was alway reasonable, fair and balanced. Rest In Peace, Jerry We’ll be thinking of you. Ray Pfaff Vickie Pfaff Kelley

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Don and Sharon Robinson planted a tree in memory of Gerald O'Brien

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

In memory of Jerry. Our prayers are with him and his family.

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DON O'BRIEN posted a condolence

Monday, May 9, 2022

My brother Jerry is fondly remembered, he always had a quiet and peaceful presence. We enjoyed our family gatherings in Westchester, Tinley Park and especially our Christmas event in Tulsa in 2009. I even enjoyed playing tennis with Jerry even though he beat me easily. He was always a kind and welcoming person. He will be missed. Sorry for our loss but he is probably smiling "up There" waiting for us to join him. Marc and Don O'Brien Three trees were planted in memory of Jerry by us and our children Dave, Teri, Kit, Mike and Tom.

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Friday, May 6, 2022

Gerald Leonard O'Brien

1932 - 2022

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