Paul O'Brien

Paul Joseph O’Brien, age 93 passed away at William S. Middleton Veterans Hospital on Monday, January 20, 2020.

He was born on December 28, 1926 in Boscobel, WI, the son of Stephen and Mary Ann (Chalan) O’Brien.  Paul proudly served in the United States Army.  He received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and several commendation metals for his dedication to this country.

Paul thoroughly enjoyed fishing, hunting and always lending a helping hand to others.  He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his two children; Horst O’Brien and Iris Welch, two brothers and two sisters.

He is also survived by many other loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife Anita, his son Ray, two brothers Steve and Tom, and his sister Jean.

Funeral services will be held at CRESS FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, 3325 East Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53704 on Thursday, January 30, 2020 with Reverend Amanda Stein officiating.  A time to gather will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 10:00 am until the time of service.  Graveside services will full military honors will be immediately following at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in Cottage Grove.