Ruth M. "Roostie" O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on September 8, 2024 in Roxbury, New York

Ruth M. "Roostie" O'Brien

June 27, 1932 - September 8, 2024 (92 years old)

Roxbury, New York

Ruth M. "Roostie" O'Brien's obituary , Passed away on September 8, 2024 in Roxbury, New York

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home

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Ruth M. "Roostie" O'Brien

June 27, 1932 - September 8, 2024 (92 years old)

Roxbury, New York

Ruth M. O'Brien Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ruth M. O'Brien of Roxbury, New York, born in Butte, Montana, who passed away on September 8, 2024 at the age of 92. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth M. O'Brien to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her sister Donna; her husband Mike; her son James; her grandson Ian O'Brien; and her parents, James Finlen and Ruth Finlen.

She is survived by: her children, Michael C. O'Brien, III (Connie) of Floral Park, NY, Margaret Greason (Bill) of New York, NY, Thomas J. O'Brien (Laura) of Roxbury, NY, William P. O'Brien (Ann Marie) of Rockville Centre, NY and Ellen Bryceland (Chuck) of Bronxville, NY.; and her brothers, James and William Finlen. She is also survived by twelve loving grandchildren, one great grandchild.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to an organization close to Roostie's heart, CAMBA, http://www.camba.org. or the organization that kept her safe from harm for years, the Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department – PO Box 514, Roxbury, NY 12474. Calling Hours: 2 to 5 pm, Sunday, September 15, 2024, Mass: 10:30 am, Monday, September 16, 2024 at St. Margaret's of Cortona Church, Riverdale, NY, In Lieu of Flowers: Contributions may be made to CAMBA, http://www.camba.org. or The Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department – PO Box 514, Roxbury, NY 12474.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home



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Sep 13

Visitation

Miller Funeral Home
53905 NY-30, Roxbury, NY 12474

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Sep 15

Visitation

Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home
20 Cedar St, Bronxville, NY 10708

Mon

Sep 16

Mass of Christian Burial

Saint Margaret of Cortona
452 W 260th St, Bronx, NY 10471

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