Book of Memories for Mary Alice O'BRIEN

Condolence From Joyce Armold

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:11:50 EST

Even though I did not know Mary because of my love of people and our Creator I would like to leave you a message of comfort from God's Word. "If a man die, shall he live forever?" asked the man Job long ago. (Job 14:14, King James Version) Perhaps you, too, have wondered this. How would you feel if you knew you could have a reunion with your loved ones right here on earth under the best of conditions? Well, when Jesus was on earth he resurrected his dear friend Lazarus who had been dead for three days. It's interesting to note that before he did he "groaned in the spirit and became troubled." The account goes on to say, "Jesus gave way to tears." (John 11:33,35) So he felt the sorrow and pain that death brings. In a way that can be encouraging to us because it shows us that Jesus and his Father hate death. There are nine miricles where people are brought back to life on this earth recorded for us in the Bible. These accounts teach us much about the resurrection to come. (John 5:28,29). People were were restored to life right here on earth were reunited with their loved ones. The future resurrection will be similar-but much beter. The whole earth will be made into a paradise. So the dead will not be raised to life in a world filled with war, crime and sickness. They will have an opportunity to live forever on this earth in peaceful and happy conditions under God's heavenly government or Kingdom. (Psalm 37:9-11,29; Matthew 6:10; Revelation 21:3,4) To have confidence in such promises we need to answer some basic questions: Why do people die? Where are the dead? And how can we be sure they can live again? I would love to share these Bible truths with you you if you would like to reply. Sincerely, Joyce Armold laritaarmold@gmail.com

Condolence From Jill Echelberger

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:28:15 EST

My deepest sympathy to the O'Brien family. Mary and I shared the same birthday, March 10. When she worked at the court, we would each try to be the first one to call the other to wish each other Happy Birthday. After she retired I called her at home for several years. Mary was so sweet and kind, a very lovely lady! My thoughts are with you, Jill

Story shared: "Mary's Son Dennis"

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:10:33 EST

For the last 10 years Mary's son Dennis drives from Lake Havasu City, AZ to Graham, Washington each year to spend time with us. We have known Dennis, Tom & Mary for many years. When Dennis returns back to Lake Havasu City, Arizona his mother, Mary, would always email us asking us "Why we didn't keep him this time" and laugh about it. Every year she would ask us to keep him but I know she always missed Dennis while he was visiting us in Washington. Each year in March we fly to Arizona to visit with Dennis and his mother Mary. We always would stop in to visit with Mary during our stay and enjoyed talking with her about her life and her two boys, Dennis & Tom. Mary was a joy to be around and a very loveable woman who will be missed very much. May the Heavens treat you well Mary-you are a terrific ANGEL.

Condolence From Jene, Sally & Callie Harshman

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:48:08 EST

Dennis & Family, We are so sorry for your loss and we will all miss Mary very much. She will be in our prayers always. May you and all your family take peace in the fact that Mary is having a wonderful time in heaven and is happy & healthy again now. May God Bless you and your family.

Photo shared: obrien,_mary.jpg

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:02:49 EST