Obituary: Lynne M. O'Brien, 52, of Dedham

Obituary courtesy of Folsom Funeral Service

Lynne Marie O’Brien, a lifelong resident of Dedham, died Saturday, August 15th, at her home. She was 52. Lynne was born Jan 30, 1963 in Norwood, Massachusetts, the only daughter of James E. and Jean M. (Friend) O’Brien.

She graduated from Dedham High School and studied photography at Unity College in Unity, Maine before earning her degree in the culinary arts from Johnson & Wales in Providence, Rhode Island. She worked at various times for Whole Foods, Dedham Cablevision, Golden Living Center, and most recently as a cashier for Dunkin Donuts in East Dedham.

Lynne is survived by her two brothers, Gary A. O’Brien of Dedham, and James E, “Jay” O’Brien, and his wife Laura, of Dedham; her niece, Mairead O’Brien of Dedham; and her aunt and uncle, John and Elinor Fontaine, of Maine.

Visiting hours will be held Friday from 6 to 8 PM at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St, Dedham followed by a Service in the funeral home at 8 o clock. Private interment will be in Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham. Donations to the Animal Rescue League, 10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116 would be appreciated.