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Reid Nicholas O'Brien

June 10, 1989 ~ January 19, 2016 (age 26) 26 Years Old
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Message from athol,ks
February 23, 2016 8:35 PM

Diane and Family,
In 2008, you wrote an article about my son, "Playing for 2". He also played against your son a time or two. Our loving thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are extended to you and your family. Annalee Ratliff
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A candle was lit by Raymond Hillegas on February 8, 2016 10:50 PM
Message from Raetta (Walz) & Don Wall
February 5, 2016 6:34 PM

Rex and family, we send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beautiful son. The years have gone by but we never forget our old neighbors and school buddies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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A candle was lit by Tom & Debbie Schumacher on January 27, 2016 4:29 PM
Message from Judy Schuler
January 25, 2016 3:49 PM

Diane, Rex, and Drew,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Reid. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Message from Jan Bargmann-Ackerman
January 23, 2016 9:52 PM

Diane and Rex, words cannot express my sorrow for your family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jan
Message from Delores Eberle, Cimarron
January 23, 2016 8:19 PM

Diane, Rex and Drew,
Thinking of you in this time of your loss. Was sorry to hear about Reid's death. Life is full of mysteries and the loss of the young is one of those. Keep Reid in your memories and especially in your heart. He is always with you. Know that family and friends are with you at this time. Love you all, Delores Eberle
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A candle was lit by The Quinn family on January 22, 2016 9:32 PM
Message from Marilyn Heier Caldwell
January 22, 2016 8:59 PM

May God grant healing and peace to all of the family in this trying time. My prayers and thoughts are with you today and in the coming weeks. May you be held in God's arms! (Mother of Bev and Christy (Pete) Heier to whom you were so kind)
Message from Sandy
January 22, 2016 8:11 PM

O'Brien family, May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you strength in navigating the days ahead without your dear Reid. Philippians 4:7.
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A candle was lit by The Malott Family on January 22, 2016 6:32 PM
Message from Paul and Cheryl Adams
January 22, 2016 4:53 PM

So very sorry for your loss. Holding you in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Dan, Dawn Ann and Landon Brenner
January 22, 2016 11:40 AM

Diane, Rex and Drew,
We are so sorry and saddened to hear of your loss of Reid. We will always have great memories of all the basketball games we played together with Reid and his awesome talent. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Dan and Cindy Arnoldy
January 22, 2016 9:48 AM

Diane and Rex, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers this week.
Dan and Cindy
Message from Michelle and Rod Fairbank
January 21, 2016 10:40 PM

Diane, Rex and Drew,
With love and respect we are sending our prayers to you during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the memories you hold in your hearts and the support of your family and friends. Take Care.
Message from Terry and Tami Gaston
January 21, 2016 9:36 PM

Diane, Rex and Drew -- and Uncle Randy--
Our hearts ache for you during your time of loss of Reid. We are glad to have been part of the early lives of both Reid and Drew, and while we are shocked and sad to learn of Reid's passing, we know that all of you are blessed by the joy he gave you all. We regret not being able to be with you during his services but look to meet up with you the next time we come to Hays.
Love and prayers,
Terry, Tami and sons
Message from Alan and Barb Reinert
January 21, 2016 8:42 PM

Diane and Rex. Our heart is with you, we are so sorry for your loss. Reid loved you very much. You and Rex treasured your boys and I am sure they knew that always. So many memories, you are in our prayers old friend.
Message from Galen and Christy Werth
January 21, 2016 8:32 PM

Our prayers are lifted up for you Rex, Diane, and Drew. We are so sorry for your loss. Love and hugs during this difficult time.
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A candle was lit by Josh Werth on January 21, 2016 7:36 PM
Message from Cimarron KS
January 21, 2016 7:27 PM

I am so sorry to hear about you son.. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.. May you find peace, comfort and understanding through your friends and family. 💓
Tanya Jantz D.C.
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A candle was lit by The Whittenburg Family on January 21, 2016 7:00 PM
Message from Terry and Sharon Shields
January 21, 2016 6:39 PM

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! May God give you strength, courage and comfort as He welcomes home your son!

With deepest sympathy,

Terry and Sharon Shields
Kayla's Aunt and Uncle
Message from Jeff Bollig
January 21, 2016 6:24 PM

O'Brien's:

Prayers to your family. May God bring you comfort.

Jeff Bollig
Message from Kenny & Renee Neff & Family
January 21, 2016 6:22 PM

Rex, Diane & Drew,

Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Please find comfort in your Faith, family and friends. We have many wonderful memories of Reid. Prayers for you.
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A candle was lit by Traci Whitney nelssen on January 21, 2016 5:21 PM
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A candle was lit by Kris and Susan Klitzke and family, Ness City, KS on January 21, 2016 5:12 PM
Message from Phone
January 21, 2016 4:09 PM

Very sorry to hear of your loss,
Our prayers are with you.
Jim & Laurie Mortinger
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A candle was lit by Mike and Cheryl Kreutzer on January 21, 2016 3:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Bailey Family on January 21, 2016 3:18 PM
Message from Steven Bailey
January 21, 2016 3:17 PM

Diane and Rex, I was saddened to hear of your loss. We shared many moments filled with life, hope, and promise. I cannot find words which express my feelings nor can I seem to find the expression which might ease your pain.
Please accept my sentiment of sorrow for your loss.
Message from Barb and Stan Palen
January 21, 2016 2:54 PM

I can not get you off my mind and the sorrow that must be in your heart right now. I am hoping and praying that the memories of Reid will sustain you and get you through each minute, hour, and day. May God, family, friends, and prayer provide the strength for you to endure your loss. Know that I am praying for Reid and your family each and every day. Your friend always, Barb Palen
Message from Tammy and boys
January 21, 2016 2:50 PM

Diane, Rex, and Drew,
Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are with as you go through this difficult time. Please know that you can call on us for anything....Tammy and the boys
Message from Renee Schmidt Hood
January 21, 2016 2:09 PM

Diane, Rex, Drew, and Brody~

Deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, brother, and father. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Mary Lou Odle
January 21, 2016 1:32 PM

Diane, Rex & Drew,
Praying for all of you.

Mary Lou & Terry Odle
Message from Brenda Henke
January 21, 2016 1:28 PM

Diane and Rex, my heart goes out to your family at this time in your lives. Unfortunately, Doug and I have experienced a sudden loss, many years ago, but know some of what you're feeling at this time. Please know that our prayers will continue for all of you as you begin your grief journey. We're only a phone call, text or email away, any time, any day or night. We're here. Prayers for your comfort, peace and healing.
Message from Frank and Vivian Kreutzer
January 21, 2016 12:46 PM

Rex, Diane and Drew, Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your son and brother! Praying that God will comfort you during this very difficult time.
Message from Luci ansd Marge
January 21, 2016 8:29 AM

Rex, Diane, and Drew. Marge and I are so very sorry to hear of Reid. We can't believe it and have many good memories of him as a child. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Roger Ruder
January 20, 2016 8:56 PM

Our deepest sympathy at your sudden loss. May you find peace and solace at this time.
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A candle was lit by Larry, Carol & Shayla Gotchall on January 20, 2016 7:42 PM
Message from betty johnson
January 20, 2016 6:59 PM

Rex, Diane, and Drew - am so sorry to hear about Reid. you are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time - I hope the memories of him and the celebration of his life help to bring you some comfort - hugs - betty
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on January 20, 2016

Message from Kathy, Toby and Alexander Schmidtberger
January 20, 2016 4:38 PM

Diane, Rex and Drew, we are so very sorry. We remember Reid attending the football games to support Drew and enjoyed seeing you all together. He was so pleasant to talk to. May God Bless and Keep Reid. May God's Face shine perpetually upon him. Peace for Reid's journey and for your journey without him. We love you.
Kathy, Toby and Alex Schmidtberger (Topeka)
Message from Dawne Leiker
January 20, 2016 3:11 PM

Diane, Rex and family, my heart is breaking for you today. I wish I had words that could help. I just pray you'll be surrounded by love.
Message from Tim and Ruth Schumacher
January 20, 2016 3:04 PM

Our deepest sympathy to you. Words can't express the heartfelt sorrow
we feel. Extending friendship and consolation. Tim and Ruth
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on January 20, 2016

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A candle was lit by James and Shawna Bochy and family on January 20, 2016 1:31 PM
Message from Mark, Susan, Josh and Justin Albrecht
January 20, 2016 1:29 PM

Our prayers are with your family. My you find peace from our Lord Jesus.
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A candle was lit by The Albrecht family on January 20, 2016 1:24 PM
Message from Allen and Ellen Schmidt and family
January 20, 2016 11:36 AM

Diane and Rex, there are no words to express our sorrow. We kneel in prayer for you all at this time of loss. May the Lord's presence be felt in your hearts as you gather with family and friends to comfort each other. With love and prayers, Allen and Ellen and Family
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