Joseph W. “Joe” O’Brien

Joseph W. “Joe” O’Brien, a 25 year resident of Norwood, and formerly of Dedham, died suddenly Monday, January 21, 2013.  He was 58 years old.  Joe was born in Boston and grew up in Dedham. He was the son of the late Walter E. “Doc” O’Brien and Anna M. (LaVita) O’Brien.  Joe was passionate about coming from East Dedham, and was the chairman of the Old Mill Reunion for many years. He was a former member of the Moose Lodge in Dedham,  and the Elks Lodge of Norwood.  Joe was a former Assistant Manager at Home Depot in Norwood.  He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Mary B.  (O”Loughlin) O’Brien of Norwood;  his daughters, Keri  B. O’Brien of Norwood and Jamie A.  O’Brien of Norwood.  He is also survived by his brother Richard O’Brien of Norton and his uncle James LaVita of Dennis, as well as many cousins and friends. Joseph was the brother of the late Carol Civatarese.  Visiting hours will be held Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 1:30 – 5:30 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., Dedham.  Burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers donations in Joe’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 417005, Boston, MA. 02241