Robert LeRoy O’Brien

Robert LeRoy O'Brien of Scotts Valley, California passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 6, 2024. Beloved husband of Julie. Father of Nathaniel and Seth. Adored brother of Kenneth O'Brien and Patricia O'Brien Gard. And treasured Uncle of Meghan Doherty, Paul Gard (Katherine), David Gard, Jeff Gard, Jason Gard (Pam), Jennifer Gard Hiben (David), Dustin Thurmond, Emily How, and Tyler How and many great nieces and nephews.

Bob was born to Patrick Cornelius O'Brien and Dorothy May Hall on October 15, 1951, in Killeen, Texas. After moving throughout childhood, Bob eventually graduated from Benson High School before going on to study accountancy at Northern Arizona University. He enjoyed his college years in Flagstaff, making many lifelong friends. Bob took a job as a Tax Examiner with the U.S. Department of the Treasury and moved to Los Angeles. During his years in LA, he served as Chapter Advisor for Kappa Sigma Fraternity at UCLA. He met his future wife at UCLA football games while they both were season ticket holders., Bob and Julie moved to Scotts Valley where they raised Nathaniel and Seth while Bob continued his career as an International Examiner before retiring in 2017.

Bob was an active volunteer and served on the Boards for several organizations in the Scotts Valley community, including the Scotts Valley Education Foundation and St. Philip the Apostle Episcopal Church. He was a loyal Omega Nu husband supporting Julie's involvement in that organization at the annual Rummage Sales and Ducky Derbies. He never missed a Little League Baseball game that his boys played and served as official scorekeeper for many seasons. Bob was a faithful blood donor donating countless pints over the decades.

After retiring, Bob continued his community involvement by serving at the St Francis Catholic Kitchen and the Pip's Pantry Food Pantry at St. Philip's. Bob also volunteered regularly for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance service, assisting countless low-income community members and seniors with filing their taxes.

A private cremation has been held with a memorial service for Bob at St. Philip's Church. The family asks that in lieu of flowers to donate your TIME, MONEY or FOOD to your local food bank

Published in Press Banner · July 26, 2024