Hi Brian, it's been a year and you are missed by many down here, but I know there are many up there that you are having a great time with. We will see you again, full of love and happiness and good health.   Carol and bob

Brian
Today is your first anniversary in heaven and you are so missed.   This has been a very lonely year without you. We will see each other soon and we will be together for eternity.  I feel you many nights and I know you are watching over us. Thank god for our children who have kept me going all year.  You should be proud. Until we meet again I love you and always will. Your loving angel.

Brian. A year has passed and so many things have happened. Joe has now joined you and I hope you are having some stimulating political conversations.LOL You are truly missed. Continue to watch over all of us. Love Patti

Today you would have been 72.  You are so missed especially our going out to dinner and just walking on the beach. You left us way too soon.  Love marilyn

Uncle B, You were always an all-around fun guy.  I will forever remember you with a big smile, a big laugh and a big heart.  I'm so glad Lucky Jo had the opportunity to meet you.

Dear Uncle Brian,You are one of my best friends.In the early 80's I was in a dead 
end job that was going nowhere.You were
kind enough to get me an application for
New York Telephone at a time when they
weren't even hiring.  Thirty-Two years
later it turned out to be more than just a job.It became my career which I forever will be greatful.If it were'nt for you I don't know where I would be 
today.I will miss you.

Dear Brian,Although I didn't have the 
pleasure to know you as long as my husband Pete,you were always warm and
friendly to me.You were definitely taken
from us way too soon,but just know you
will be greatly missed.

I JUST WANTED TO LET ALL OF YOU KNOW HOW SORRY I AM ABOUT BRIAN. HE WAS A WONDERFUL DAD, GRANDFATHER, HUSBAND, UNCLE, BROTHER, BROTHER-IN-LAW AND FRIEND. WE WILL ALL MISS HIM DEEPLY. WHEN I TOLD JOE ABOUT BRIAN'S PASSING HE WAS EXTREMELY EMOTIONAL. HE SAID BRIAN WAS THE FIRST PERSON HE EVER MET IN MY FAMILY . HE WAS HOLDING SHANNON IN HIS ARMS AND HE REMEMBERS IT LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY EVEN THOUGH HE DOESN‘T REMEMBER WHAT HE HAD FOR BREAKFAST-LOL. HE LOVED BRIAN FROM THE START AND THEY DEVELOPED A GREAT RELATIONSHIP , ALTHOUGH THEY HAD SOME VERY HEATED POLITICAL CONVERSATIONS AT TIMES. I THINK THEY BOTH LOVED THEM BECAUSE THEY CONTINUED THROUOUT THE YEARS. UNCLE “B” WAS HERE ALL THE TIME AND HE WAS A TREASURED PART OF OUR FAMILY. HE AND I HAD A PARTICULARLY GOOD RELATIONSHIP. I REMEMBER ALL THE EXERCISE PROGRAMS WE STARTED. HE FINISHED, I DIDN'T BUT WE ALWAYS HAD A GOOD TIME TOGETHER. I WILL MISS HIM GREATLY AND I WISH I COULD BE THERE FOR YOU GUYS.   I WOULD LIKE FOR YOU ALL TO GO OUT FOR DINNER TO CELEBRATE HIS LIFE. ALTHOUGH HE WENT WAY TO SOON HE WOULD NOT HAVE WANTED YOU TO BE SAD. HE LIVED A WONDERFUL LIFE AND WAS LOVED BY ALL AND HE WILL CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER ALL OF US. 

I LOVE YOU ALL.
AUNT PATTI

Dad,
Today was a tough day.  However, I knew in my heart you were there to help all of us get through it.  You will be in my thoughts daily.  I promise to keep the family close as I know that was always your most important part of life, family.  I also promise to take care of mommy, like you asked.  

Love always and forever, your son.

P.S.  A specials thanks to all who were there for my mom, sister, myself and the rest of the family.  You are truly special in our hearts.  May God bless each and everyone of you.

Grandpa, you were always there for me whenever I needed you. You gave me the advice I needed whether it was what I wanted to hear or not. You were loving, joking and caring to everyone. I miss you so much. Love you always, Tom

Uncle B... you were always there for everyone.  No matter what they needed or where they needed to go, you were there....always happy to do it.  You were a one of a kind gem.  Every time I saw you you would say "How ya doin kiddo"?......with the biggest smile ever.  You would walk all over the neighborhood and I'd see you walking and ask you if you wanted a ride and you always say "No thank you, I like to walk".......Well keep walking all the way up to those pearly gates.  We will miss you dearly... Love always Little Carol

Uncle Brian was always fun to have around growing up in Hillsborough. I have very fond memories of him and all the times he spent at our house. He will be missed by us all.  May he rest in peace.

Looking through the photo gallery reminded me of the smile and fun Uncle Brian always brought with him to Hillsborough. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him, both then and now. Rest peacefully .

Hey Uncle Brian. It's been a long time since we've seen each other. I remember how much fun you were to be around. Always smiling, joking and laughing.
Rest in Peace Uncle B.

You brought so much joy to Fisher Tousey. I'm really going to miss your daily jokes and coming into the office and yelling "Hey Broken Wing!" We love you, Brian!

Brian was a very special person and will be greatly missed at Fisher Tousey. He always seemed to light up the room and showed us all what it means to be a friend

Hey Brian, Havent seen you in awhile but Marilyn talks about you all the time, I will always remember the fun times in Hillsborough and the constant funny interactions with the kids and you.  You are one of a kind, affectionately called "Uncle Bunny Rabbit" with lots of love and smiles. I know that you are reading all these and you know you were loved.  Carol and Bob

Uncle Brian, or "uncle B" as you liked to be called, you will be remembered as a kind,loving person, always ready with a joke. some of my favorite family memories growing up are those of you and aunt Marilyn coming out to jersey to stay with us often, you were both always fun, generous and it was always a good time.  I remember you and my dad always trying to one up each other with the jokes. Be forever peaceful and keep'em laughing!!

Brian was a terrific person.  I will always remember how kind he was.  My prayers to the family for your loss!

I only knew Brian for a short while; however, it didn't take long for him to become one of my favorite co-workers here at Fisher Tousey. I will miss passing him in the hall and hearing, "How's it goin' kiddo?" He always had a smile for everyone!! May God bless and comfort the family always!

Dad, I am going to miss all of the stories that you would tell. Some of them made me laugh so hard. You will be missed by all that have come into your life. Even though you were thrown curve balls you did not let it show. I will forever hold you in my heart. Your loving daughter in law

I remember watching Jeopardy with him and he would get every answer right no matter the subject.   Family tried to talk him into going on show ,but he was to modest.  Very smart and caring man who will be missed by all who got to meet him.  Much Love to you Brian and Rest in Peace. There are many Great memories I will never forget. Love Brenda O'Donnell

Brian O'Donnell's memory truly lives on in the hearts of his family and friends. 
May god comfort them in this time great loss.

When I was young, Brian was one of the 'cool' cousins. He always treated me like I was one of the 'big' kids. It meant a lot to me then and it still does today. Too soon. Rest in Peace.
Cousin Robert

Brian we may have had our differences but we never stopped loving each other. I know we will see each other again and u will always be in my heart. Spending the last month with u and all those wonderful talks will help me get through this.  You called me your loving angel and that made me feel like a million.  Thanks for all our wonderful times together in the last 10 years since I came down here and I will always love you.  Love always and forever Marilyn. I will look after our kids and grandchildren for u.  Rest in peace

Dad, you were an amazing man and I am so glad that you were in my life. I will miss the stories that you would tell us. You were always there when someone needed help or just needed someone to talk to. You have touched so many. Even when life through you so many curve balls you would never let it show. You will be truly missed. I know you are looking down on us and will watch over us. You will forever and always have a place in my heart. Love your daughter in law

The entire O'Donnell family are in our prayers and thoughts.  Uncle Brian was one of a kind - witty, funny and always smiling.  He will never be forgotten.

Death leaves an ache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

There are no words to express the feelings we have when we loose someone like Brian. He was a wonderful person who was always there for whoever needed him. He was a wonderful Son, Father, Grandfather, Husband, Uncle, Brother and friend. He was an important part of our family and he will be missed more then words can say. We love you Brian.

I love you Grandpa. You helped me find guidance when I was at the Florida Youth Challenge Academy. I will never forget you nor stop thinking about you.

Dad, you were an amazing father, mentor, and friend. You will always be missed and loved. Your son, Bill

Brian was very special here at Fisher Tousey.  He always had a joke or a kind word, no matter what.  Or a funny story, or a little known fact, or a helpful suggestion.  Also, Brian was friends with my stepdad, also passed, who worked with him at the post office.  I'll never forget him.

I know your heart is heavy now!!!God Bless your family!! Just take it one day at a time!!!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Remember the good times! Love, Patti and Joe Johnson

Dad, you were such a joy in my life. I will miss the stories that you shared with us and the time we all shared together. Even though life through you a lot of curve balls you never let it show. You were always there when someone needed help or just needed someone to talk to. You will be truly missed by all that had the pleasure to know you. I know you are peace now and are keeping an eye on us. I will forever hold you in my heart. Love always and forever from your favorite daughter in law Judy

I love and miss you Daddy.  I know you are looking down on me and that you will always be with me.  Love pumpkin.

OBITUARY

Brian Michael O'Donnell

February 11, 1943 – May 5, 2014

Hardage - Giddens Chapel Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery

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