Kevin O'Brien Obituary

Kevin, you continue to inspire greatness in others... many are Polar Plunging in your name in the icy waters of Lake Michigan and raising money for the continued success of Special Olympics Chicago! I will hold your memory and smile in my heart forever!

To the O'Brien family I was so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing, I have a lot of fun memories of Kevin when I was going to Marqette Park, he will missed by many. Leah Wilhelm

Melanie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless and peace to all of you. Kevin was nothing short of amazing.

To the O'Brien Family, I wish you as much peace as possible during this difficult time. Kevin was a good person who brought joy and inspiration to others. No one can ask for more. That's how I'll remember him.

May God Bless each and everyone of the Obrien family at this time..We thank you for all the memories Love Stortz Family

All our love and prayers Melanie
Pat and Ray Daly,
Las Vegas, NV

Sending love and prayers to the O'Brien family. We will long cherish Kevin's memory and the inspiration that he was to many, including his fellow athletes. It was a joy to count him among our first athletes and we are grateful to the family for your support over the many years. From your friends at SCC/Special Olympics Chicago.

Prayers and sympathy to all Kevin's family. He was a joy to all who knew him, and remarkably remembered even his distant cousins like me. Nancy Morrissey

A sad time for you all.
Our thoughts are with you.

Garth and Trish Graydon

My mother, Mary Peterson, and my special brother, Ray Jr., have such warm memories of Kevin. Our family always called him the "Jackie Gleason" of the group from Marquette Park and Sertoma where he and Ray spent many years together. Remembering all the family in our prayers. Thank you Kevin for all the great memories, rest in peace.

Kevin was a Wonderful individual,charming and funny.He was my sister-in-law Joanie Dwyer favorite dance partner!!! I just know they are in Heaven tripping the light fantastic!! The Joy these two brought to their families and friends will NEVER be forgotten.God Bless! My sincere condolances.

Dear Jennifer, Meredith, and to the rest of the O'Brien Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Kevin's passing. I have so many fond memories of him from my time with the Marquette Park Special Rec. group. I will always smile when I think of him.

With love,

Carri Drzyzga

God received a amazing Angel..

Love and Prayers to the family. Kevin was an inspiration to all.

Jim, Martin, John & Melanie -
We'll always remember Kevin's smile and fun nature. We all remember his visit to Cleveland , Ohio, years ago with your parents. Safe home Kevin.
The William & Kathleen (Toolis) Carlin Family
(Kevin, Dan, Bill, Patty & Sean)

Rest in Peace Kevin. We shall never forget your smiling face,
And your loving personality. You will be missed, but never forgotten. Thank you for all the wonderful years you gave us.

Always the perfect gentleman, always ready to share a laugh. Great representative of Special Olympics every time you put on your uniform. Thanks for being a friend.

Kevin,You will be missed by many I'm sure.I will especially miss all the songs you sang for the special Occasions.you made me laugh.All the people in Heaven will be laughing with you.ALL our Love and Prayers go with you.

Gerry,Pat,Laura {OBrien},Tad(safely at home with Jesus)Kevin,& Matt Stanke.


Kevin,you will be missed by many people. You

The O'Brien Family:
I was very sorry to hear of your dear Kevins' passing. I will remember him and your family in my prayers at this difficult time.

Rest In Peace Kevin O'Brien. Thank you for all of the great memories. You taught me so much... I will miss you.

Rest is peace Kevin O'Brien! You will be missed, however your spirit and perseverance will continue to inspire us all!