Mitchell Emery O’Brien
Called home to rest in God’s arms from the demon of addiction on January 27, 2019.
Mitch was born September 28, 1988 to Dan and Laurie O’Brien. He leaves behind his brothers Zach and wife-to-be Kelly O’Brien and Brandon and Meghan O’Brien, grandparents Sherry and Jerry Wilson, Scott and Karen Provance, and preceded in death by Grandma Kathy O’Brien. He also leaves behind uncles Dave O’Brien and Don Silvey, uncle and aunt Rick and Suzy Provance, Robyn and Keith Bruns, aunt Kim Lancaster, uncle and aunt Aaron and Coleen Roediger. Mitch was the best uncle to Landon, Noah and Kinsley O’Brien. Mitch was a great cousin to Zain, Bryce, Breanna Provance, Kasey Lancaster and Oliver, Everett, Evan and Isla Roediger.
Mitch was a life force, and was loved by all. He was our gift from God.
Services: Visitation will be Saturday, March 2nd at 11am at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 9907 Sappington Road, St. Louis, MO 63128. Service at 12pm. There will be a Light luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family’s wish is to donate to H.O.P.E Group STL. A great organization to help families deal with addiction and those in need. Thank you.
Dan and Laurie, my heart aches for you and your family. May the Lord’s promise of eternal life without suffering bring you peace. May the Lord lay his healing hand upon your hearts and give you comfort, and I pray that you can find comfort and healing in your beautiful memories of Mitch. All my love, Joan Winheim
Dan and Laurie,
I just watched the tribute to Mitch that was attached to the his obituary… Beautiful!!!
Mitch could not have hoped for better parents!
I pray that you find peace…
My heart breaks for what you all are going through, Im so sorry for your loss, you all our in my thoughts and prayers and have my deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Sincerely with love
Sue Prentice
Mitch was a beautiful gift from God. I pray that your family finds peace and comfort knowing Mitch is in arms of Jesus.
Laurie, Dan & the rest of the family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing Mitch at the family parties. Always a big smile on his face and so easy to talk to. You raised a great person. Big hugs and prayers as you navigate through this hard time. Love Dede
That was the most eloquently, lovingly written obituary I have ever read. I believe that Mitch would enthusiastically approve. He was absolutely a Gift from GOD to everyone lucky enough to have met him. He always made people smile, laugh and left them with a great story to tell. He was a beautiful, bright ray of light in a sometimes dim world. No two parents could have loved, and tried to help, their son more than Laurie & Dan O’Brien.
My prayers and sad heart are with you and your family. Looking at all the beautiful smiles and wonderful memories makes me happy that he and all of your family members know and cherish how much they are loved. A great gift from God to know that kind of love and to share it with so many. I know God is sending healing, soothing love and peace to you all, in Jesus name continue on your journey of love and sweet memories.
Words don’t come out, just pouring of love, tears and courage to Mitch his life, his memory and the love he brought to the world — hugs and more hugs, love Robin
I can’t even imagine the pain you’re feeling. I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that I am praying ???? for all of you. May you find peace and comfort from God.
So sorry for your loss. We Love you and you’re in our prayers.
Dan, Laurie, Zack, Brandon-
I can only imagine how hard it was to watch Mitch go down this road. He was a bright light that blazed brighter, hotter, faster than any of us will ever understand.
Until we all go to the next place and see him again. All we can do is remember what a special person he was.
Much love, Linda & Peter
Dan & Laurie – I am very sorry for you loss , you are in my prayers . Mike Stammer
Prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and strength for each of you. Cherish the memories despite the pain.
Love you Dan & Laurie.
Once Upon A Time – Before Alcohol & Substance Use Disorders – My 3 Sons Had An Amazing Beautiful Life … I Hope To Focus On That & Start Letting Go Of The Rest … Love You Akways , My Mitchie Pie Jimmy Joe Jenkins??Mom
Beautiful tribute! I’m so sorry for your loss. Mitch will be dearly missed. May God be with you and your family. Thinking and praying for you. God bless you.
Always here with love and support!
Love and understanding, always!
I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most unbearable time. You tribute to Mitch is both beautiful and heartbreaking. I am praying that you may find some peace and comfort in the memories you have of Mitch. Sincerely Becky
Dan, Laurie and devoted family and friends, now that all the worries are transitioning to trust, pray about everything; seeking comfort and resignation that God has His hand on all that ever has happened, the pain we are going through now, and literally a hundred thousand years ahead. We are not little varmints that He allows to transgress without guidance from His steady purpose. This side of eternity we may wonder what the Lord is up to. Yet, all who have laid our faith on the promises of our Lord Jesus, always know He upholds us all. His holy Word, Spirit and Father leads us, (as we allow them to).
Our free will gives us each the chances to wonder, but sooner or much to sooner we get to relinquish this brittle body and be pulled to our Lords bosom; to graduate to the eternal comfort of no more grief, no more schedules, no more foolish choices, and only only only all the grace He has promised since we were youngsters.
Angie and I have prayed along side you for years, we’ve had to feel the same sort of anguish and I’m telling you, without the precious Lord’s support I can’t say where this pit of pain, anger, grief, judgement and hate leads to. This valley is the chance to learn yet another level of the Lord Jesus love – on this side of heaven, where we’ll get to rejoin our darling boys and girls. This assurance ‘is’ enough to carry us through.
We prayer you are gaining comfort as you feel the prayers so many are giving on your family’s behalf; and ‘know’ that you ‘know’ God’s hearty embrace and grace as you carry each other through this valley. We will not get used to the ache, only with many years will we learn to accept our child’s tragedy, and rise to continue serving, loving and being grace filled vessels.
Ang & I are offering prayers & broken hearted understanding. Be of great faith, God is on the throne and our baby’s are with Him this very moment. Amen
Our deepest condolonces. Love, prayers and blessings from your neighbors at #7. Kevin and Sheila
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