Randy Dean O’Brien

Randy Dean O’Brien, caring and thoughtful friend to many, died at the age of 69 after many health issues in recent years.

Randy was born July 6, 1956 in Lansing to Ronald and Amelia (Fulger) O’Brien. Randy was the kind of person that wouldn’t go looking for friends, but he ended up with many and several were lifelong friends since childhood. With a gift for finding the hidden beauty in things, Randy loved wood carving with his chainsaw, and vintage yard art projects that he made himself. He also loved entertaining, throwing big parties for Halloween, hosting weekly poker parties with family and friends, and having many hayrides and bonfires every season.

Randy was a Charlotte High School graduate in 1974 and then worked at Fisher Body auto assembly for many years and had retired from there.

Randy is survived by his sisters, Rene O’Brien (Ted Clark) of Dimondale, and Kelly (James) Fiser of Dimondale; one niece and three nephews; and several great nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents, Ronald and Amelia O’Brien.

Friends are encouraged to support Randy’s family by sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. A private graveside service is being planned. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.