Virginia W. O’Brien

Virginia W. O’Brien, 92, of Haines Falls passed away peacefully on November 3rd in St. Peter’s Hospice surrounded by her loving family. 

Born June 27, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY, Virginia was raised between Brooklyn & Long Island, where she worked as a keypunch operator for Moore-McCormack Steam Ship Line, eventually becoming a resident of Haines Falls 36 years ago. 

 Virginia’s passions included time spent with family- her 3 children, 9 grandchildren & 5 great-grandchildren. She loved her Church, the fire company & passing time doing crossword puzzles. 

 Virginia was predeceased by her loving husband of 54 years, Henry P. “Terry” O’Brien, her parents Winfield & Grace Palmero & her grandson Sean P. O’Brien. 

Survivors include, her son Kevin (Denise) O’Brien of Haines Falls. Daughter Donna (Edward) Myron of Freehold. Daughter Linda (George) Soldner of Greenville. Grandchildren- Brendan & Shannon O’Brien. Kelly, Eric & Lisa Myron. Lorien, Stephen & Kevin (Linda) Soldner & great grandchildren Lilliah, Rylynn, Thomas, Krista, Tenley & soon to be born, Sean.  

 Virginia will be missed beyond words by all who were lucky enough to be graced by her sweet nature & immeasurable kindness. 

Calling hours will be at the Aston-Basagic funeral home on Sunday, November 11th from 2:00 to 4:00 & 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral services will be held Monday November 12th at 11:00 am at the Immaculate Conception Church in Haines Falls. Interment will follow at the St. Francis De Sales cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Haines Falls Volunteer Fire Company & the Tannersville Rescue Squad.