Donald O’Brien, 81, of Shediac, passed away at Dr. George-L.- Dumont UHC on Friday, October 9, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Saint John, NB, he was the son of the late Jacob and Eva (LeBlanc) O’Brien.

Don was the owner of O’Brien Siding and Renovations. He lived in Shediac his entire life and was very proud of his hometown. You could often find him at the wharf or just driving around town. He was the type of man that needed things to make sense in his own mind and had his own way of looking at life. He was a deeply religious person guided by his faith and values. He always wanted to do what he believed was right. Boyd made us laugh at parties, usually at his place, and sometimes even made us shake our heads. But in the end, he was respected for being who he was—his own man, his own boss.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Raija (Rantala); two sons: Randy (Jariya) and Chris (Isabelle); one brother: Emile (Yvette) of Shediac; one sister Marie Auffrey of Dieppe; two grandchildren: Zoe and Kyana; as well as several nieces, nephews and friends.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers: Claude and Robert.

The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral Centre 396 Main Street, Shediac on Friday October 16, 2026 from 6pm to 8pm and Saturday October 17, 2026 from 10am until 11am. The funeral service will follow at 11am in the chapel of Frenette Funeral Centre. Interment will take place in the Saint-Joseph parish cemetery.

Words of condolence may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com