Submitted by: Dan Rich

Thelma O'Brien

May 3, 1928 - Feb 8, 2008

South Bend Tribune 2/10/2008

SOUTH BEND - Thelma "Edie" O'Brien, 79, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2008, in Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Edie was born on May 3, 1928, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Grover and Gertrude Reaves.

On May 13, 1965, she married William Biddinger, who preceded her in death in 1987. On May 3, 2001, she married Thomas J. O'Brien in South Bend. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; two children, Heidi (Jeff) Cwidak of South Bend and Christopher (Susan) Parrott of Fayetteville, GA; five grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas and Claire Cwidak of South Bend, Brad and Amy Parrott of Fayetteville, GA; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ophelia Flemmons of GA and Gladys Quinn of NC. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Bonnie L. Parrott; and three brothers, George, Fred and Robert. Edie took great pride in the success and accomplishments of her grandchildren. Whether it be academic achievements, football, softball, or just a batch of fresh baked cookies. She took every opportunity to celebrate her grandchildren. She will remain in our hearts forever. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a friend to all. Special thanks to the Green family for your friendship and devotion.

Visitation will be on Monday, February 11, 2008, from 3 to 6 p.m. in ST. JOSEPH FUNERAL HOME, 824 S. Mayflower Road, South Bend. A liturgy will follow at 6 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will take place at a later date at St. Joseph Cemetery, South Bend.