Thomas O’Brien

Thomas Patrick O’Brien, Jr., or Tom as he was affectionately known to all, was born on December 7th, 1946 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island he was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (Ghys) O'Brien.

On March 9th, 2024, he quietly passed away leaving behind a life that was marked by dedication, loyalty, and thoughtful service to his community. He was the husband of the late Helen (Kasinlewicz) O'Brien.

A longtime resident of Attleboro, Massachusetts, Thomas dedicated his life to the community as a respected police officer in the Attleboro Police Department from 1972 to 2003, earning the endearing moniker of "Officer Cupcake" due to his love for sweets. His commitment to service extended beyond his professional life, evident in his volunteer work at the Attleboro City Credit Union, his lifetime membership in the Disabled American Veterans, Elks Club, and the VFW. His dedication was also reflected in his military service during Vietnam as a proud member of the United States Marine Corps, the United States Air Force at Travis Air Force Base, and his 22 years of service as a reservist.

He is survived by his cherished grandchildren; Nickolas Ferrara and wife Stephanie of Attleboro and Natalie Ferrara also of Attleboro; great grandchildren, Deacon Ferrara, Athena Ferrara and Kensington Chapman all of Attleboro; a brother, Kevin O'Brien and wife Janice of Cape Coral, FL; sister in law, Mary Beth O'Brien of Marston Mills, MA; step sons, Gary Rogala of Cumberland, RI, James Rogala of Port Orange, FL and step daughter, Gina Promades of Barrington, RI.; Long time friends, Walter Chicoine, Ronald Dumont and Chief (Ret) Ron Churchill. As well as multiple nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Patrick O'Brien and Carolyn Gilbert.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 4:00PM - 8:00PM at Duffy-Poule Funeral and Cremation Services, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held the following morning, Friday, March 22nd, at 10:00 AM at the Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, 18 Baltic Street, Attleboro, MA. Interment will follow at Newell Burying Grounds Inc, 1502 West Street, Attleboro, MA. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, 1085 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904 www.hopehealthco.org or Attleboro Angels 71A Allenson Ave. Attleboro, MA 02703 https://attleboroangels.com/

Tom's grandchildren would like to thank the providers at Providence VA, caregivers from Visiting Angels and the staff at Hope Health Hospice for their outstanding care.

We invite those who knew Thomas to leave their memories and upload photos to his memorial page, as a tribute to a life lived in service and dedication. May we always remember the loyal, dedicated, and thoughtful man that was Thomas O’Brien. His legacy lives on in the hearts of those he touched.