Richard Daniel O’Brien
May 26, 1928 – Nov. 29, 2015

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Born May 26, 1928, in San Mateo, Calif., to Daniel and Freda O’Brien, Richard O'Brien passed away at Rocky Point Care Center in Lakeport on Nov. 29, 2015.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Roseline M. O’Brien, and sons, Mike and Dan O’Brien.

He is survived by his brother-in-law, Bud LaFayette, and niece, Suzie LaFayette of Woodland; his daughters, Kim White (Barry) and Erin Norton (Mark); grandchildren, Jared Norton (Christy), Jessica Walker (Dylan), Josh White (Jami) and Danielle O’Brien; and great-grandchildren Tera and Aubrey Norton, Elizabeth and Alexandra Walker, and Brayden White.

He was an auto and marine mechanic all his life, a woodworker and model airplane enthusiast from childhood until after retirement. He also enjoyed ocean fishing.

He always put his family first and was a very kind and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. 

He and his wife started the summer journeys from Redwood City to “Shady Haven” on Clear Lake in the 1950s.

We are thankful for many fond memories of summers, friends, family, boating and skiing. We will miss his presence and his great sense of humor.

Per his wishes, there will be no services.

Many thanks to all the staff at Rocky Point for their love and care of Richard and Roseline, and especially to Dr. Gary Maes for his steadfast care and support.