George Dee O'Brien

George D. O’Brien, 76 of Hurricane lost his courageous battle to Pulmonary Fibrosis surrounded and embraced by his loving family on March 13, 2018. George was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Blanche (Arnold) O’Brien; sisters, Virginia Walker, Doris Cunningham, and twin brother, Eddie O’Brien. Those left to cherish his memory are the “love of his life” wife, Judy (Shuff) O’Brien, sons, Richard (Teresa) O’Brien, Shawn (Raina) O’Brien, and daughter Krista (Lee) Chapman. Nine grandchildren whom he adored, Mackenzie (Matt) Salyers, Ashleigh, Jonah, Colton, Chandler, and Carigan O’Brien, Blair, Wyatt and Sawyer Chapman; sister, Dorma Castano of Tucson, AZ; special sister-in-law, Janet Taylor and Glenna Shaffer. George will always be remembered as a godly, selfless man and as the strength in the foundation of a wonderful home. George possessed a combination of godly values, strong character and humble demeanor which exemplifies the good man he was. The unique features making up this man were the results of being raised by godly parents at a time in history when the lines between right and wrong were crystal clear. George leaves behind a legacy of a faithful Christian, a loving husband, wise father and loyal friend. In addition to his deep love for God and family, George had a generous spirit, a wealth of advice to share and the sterling character to handle life with a sense of humor and common sense. The family will be receiving friends from 6-8pm March 15, 2018 at Teays Valley Missionary Baptist Church, 3926 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane. Funeral service will be conducted at 11:00am Friday, March 16, 2018 at the church with Dr. John D. Smith, Pastor Jared Shumate and Pastor Chad Estep officiating. Burial will follow in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane. Until we meet again the shattered remnants of our heart will strongly beat still. Your sweet smile and kind spirit will forever be etched in our memory. You may share memories of George on his tribute page by visiting ChapmanFuneralHomes.com Chapman Funeral Home, family-owned and located at 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane is honored to serve the O’Brien family.