FEBRUARY 14, 1937 – JUNE 30, 2021
James Joseph O’Brien passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at the age of 84.
James coached hockey for over 20 years, truly dedicating himself to the sport. He loved the outdoors and spent over 40 years camping all over Ontario. Most of all, he enjoyed being around his family and friends. James will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Loretta, son Jim, daughter Donna (Adam), granddaughters Courtnee and Ashley, and three precious great-grandchildren. James was predeceased by his parents Tom and Margrett O’Brien, and five sisters.
The private Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 7th at 11:00 am at St. Patrick's RC Church, with cremation to follow, and his urn will be laid to rest at Mount View Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.