Name: Pilon Family Funeral Home
Address: 50 John Street North, Arnprior, Ontario, K7S2N2, Canada
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Susan O'Brien

1965 - 2024

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50 John Street North

Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

613 623 5194

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Kari Richards lit a candle

Friday, January 10, 2025

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I was so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. She was one of the first people I met at the MHCC and was always so kind, welcoming and helpful. Sending my condolences to her family and friends.

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Maureen Abbott lit a candle

Thursday, January 9, 2025

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I fondly remember Susan as a bright person and great colleague. Sending my condolences and healing thoughts for Susan's family, friends, colleagues.

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Blair P. Bromley posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

My sincere condolences to Susan's family and close friends. When I started in Grade 1, Westmeath Public School (WPS), Susan was already in grade 7, and so I didn't know her very well, but my older siblings, and cousins did know her quite well, and she was very well-liked, as were all members of the O'Brien family, including many cousins. I do recall the fun and excitement of playing soccer and other sporting activities and games during recess, when students of different grades (1 to 8) would play together. It was like having a very large extended family. For a brief time, Susan's younger sister Kathryn did attend WPS for a few years before they moved away from Westmeath. Susan's sudden passing is very sad and tragic.

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Lisa posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

I will miss you, Susan. You were not only a wonderful colleague, but one of my dearest friends. Your family held the most beautiful service in your honour. I will miss our texts, calls and monthly lunch dates. Rest my friend. Love you, Lisa

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Genna Keindel posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

My Deepest Sympathies to Susan's Children and Family and Friends. I didn't know her well, but Her eyes and smile and greeting would always warm My heart. She was such a sweet person, and she is gone to soon. My Thoughts and Prayers are with You all. Genna Keindel

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Catherine Clemens posted a condolence

Monday, January 6, 2025

Dear Cassidy and Logan, My sincere condolences to you and your family - I only had the pleasure of working with your Mom for a short time. We would have great chats in the morning about growing up and working on our family's farms. We enjoyed the cows but more importantly horses. She was a lovely person and I will miss her. I hope you will find comfort in the memories that you have shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Catherine Clemens (Merovitz Potechin LLP)

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Jamie Boles posted a condolence

Monday, January 6, 2025

Cassidy: my heart goes out to you and your family during this unimaginable time. Your mom’s sudden passing is such a heartbreaking loss, and words cannot truly capture the depth of sorrow we all feel for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope you can find some comfort in the love and support surrounding you.

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Merovitz Potechin LLP pledged to donate to Arnprior Neighbourlink Fountain

Monday, January 6, 2025

In memory of Susan O'Brien, may her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.

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Krista Benes posted a condolence

Sunday, January 5, 2025

I am so sorry to hear about Susan’s passing. I enjoyed working with Susan at MHCC and will remember her as a supportive, friendly and welcoming colleague. My sincere condolences to all of her family. Krista Benes

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Brent Leinen posted a condolence

Saturday, January 4, 2025

Sincere condolences to Susan’s family members and dear friends. We are very sorry for your loss. Brent and Catherine Leinen

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Saturday, January 4, 2025

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My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to Susan's beautiful family and loved ones. I had the privilege to know Susan, firstly as an inspiring colleague and professional mentor at MHCC and then through a loving friendship over 7 years. She truly was an amazing woman, shining her bright and encouraging wisdom wherever she went. I'm so grateful for the laughs and heartfelt conversations we shared over granola cookies at Bridgehead and waterside walks. You will be sorely missed. Thank you all for all the uplifting advice, most recently on motherhood, of which, all that knew you, know you fiercely excelled at. Much love and hugs from Aylmer, Cléo

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Vicky Walker posted a condolence

Saturday, January 4, 2025

My condolences to Susan's family and friends. I know she will be deeply missed and remembered for her warmth and compassion. I enjoyed knowing her and she was always helpful and supportive here at the MHCC. We had many conversations about work and family and I know how much they meant to her.

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Penny Forster posted a condolence

Saturday, January 4, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Susan was a remarkable woman, so proud and supportive of Cassidy and Logan. May the memories you cherish bring you comfort. Sending prayers for peace.

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Friday, January 3, 2025

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Beautiful inside and out, Susan was a colleague and friend. Her love for her children was apparent in our conversations and I’m so deeply sorry for their loss. Susan’s smile would light up the room or a Teams call and her career growth was amazing to witness. Susan supported me and many others with challenging Human Resources issues at the Mental Health Commission of Canada and I could always count on her. I am so grateful to have known Susan and I send my deepest condolences to her family and friends. I added a photo when Sean McCann visited the MHCC office and Susan and I were both giddy to get our photos taken with him!

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Thursday, January 2, 2025

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Susan was an amazing woman. I’ll forever remember her kindness, compassion and warmth. I’m so shocked and saddened to learn of her passing. Sending my deepest condolences to the family and her friends. She spoke so fondly of her kids. I’ll cherish the memories of our many conversations that sparked a friendship during the our years working together at MHCC. Rest in peace, Susan. You’ll be greatly missed ♥️

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Julie Donaldson posted a condolence

Thursday, January 2, 2025

I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear about Susan's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Susan was a remarkable and valued colleague who brought so much to MHCC. Their kindness and dedication left a lasting impact on everyone who worked with her. During this difficult time, my thoughts are with you.

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Nitika Rewari posted a condolence

Thursday, January 2, 2025

I'm deeply saddened and shocked to hear about Susan's passing. She was a friend, a wonderful colleague, and a good person. I'm lucky to have known her during her time at the Mental Health Commission of Canada. May her soul rest in peace.

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Maegen Clow posted a condolence

Thursday, January 2, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. She was a beacon of light and an amazing person. I had the pleasure working with her at MHCC for 7 years and will always cherish our impromptu visits and chats. We shared a lot of laughs and anecdotes on life, family and everything in between. She will be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to Susan's family at this unimaginably difficult time.

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Mental Health Commission of Canada pledged to donate to Arnprior Neighbourlink Fountain

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Honoring Susan O’Brien, MHCC reflects her legacy of compassion, advocacy, and commitment to others

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Debra Yearwood posted a condolence

Thursday, January 2, 2025

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Susan's passing. She was a lovely human being, and I'm so glad I had the pleasure of working with her at the MHCC—my deepest sympathies to her family on their loss.

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Louise Bradley posted a condolence

Thursday, January 2, 2025

I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Susan's passing. I had the pleasure of being CEO at the MHCC for most of the time that Susan worked there. She was bright and loved to learn and give herself challenges. But it is that very early morning smile that I remember most as we would debate the best kind of coffee. My sincere condolences to Susan's family. She made a difference and she will be missed. Louise Bradley

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Margaret Maloney posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Susan came to work at RiverRun Rafting as a young girl full of energy and willing hands. She returned to join us for a RiverRun re-union just a few years ago to share the laughter and the memories of many who came to celebrate their times there and to re-connect with old friends. It was a wonderful weekend for all of us. Our family is saddened to hear of Susan’s sudden passing and send our thoughts and prayers to those that loved her. Margaret Maloney, Tom and Heidi Hader.

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Liz Horvath posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

I am so sad to hear this. My heart and prayers go out to Susan's family and close friends. I met Susan 5 years ago when I first began working at MHCC. She was one of the most helpful, patient, and kindest people I worked with. From our conversations, I knew Susan was a person who deeply loved her family, and had an appreciation for the outdoors. May you find comfort during this difficult time and may beautiful memories flood your heart and mind.

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Stephanie Machel posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

To say I was shocked to hear this news would be an understatement. For almost 7 years I had the pleasure of working with Susan. As we got to know one another we discovered we had attended U of G together, had kids of similar ages an interests and shared a love of all things horse related. She was a kind and gentle person and was one my fellow co-workers who also became a friend. She will be missed and to her family I cannot imagine how you must be feeling but please know we all share in your grief.

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Liz Wigfull posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

I’m so sad to hear this news. Susan and I started working at the MHCC within a few weeks of each other in 2012 and had been friends ever since. I will miss her kindness, empathy, good advice, our interesting conversations and her beautiful smile. She loved Cassidy and Logan above all - she was a great mom, friend and supporter. Sending love and light to Susan’s family as you weather this difficult time.

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Wendy Hepburn posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Susan was one of the first people to welcome me to the MHCC, and also spearheaded the gratitude program - making people feel appreciated and loved throughout the year. I hope your memories bring enormous comfort as the numbness fades. She was a gem.

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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

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Tina and I met Susan at Guelph University. We were cheerleaders together and we also lived together over one summer in Guelph. The three of us became fast friends and shared many happy times together. We were young, full of excitement and very social and outgoing. We laughed, danced and dated and danced some more and laughed some more. We spent many times sharing silly stories that one does in their early 20s. Susan (known as Roslyn at the time) was always a true friend. She had a positive nature, an open heart, and her winning smile was genuinely infectious. She will be dearly remembered. Our hearts go out to her family and friends in Arnprior. Catherine Manschot and Tina McGrath

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Mireille Cyr posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Susan was the first person I met on my first day at the MHCC. She instantly made me felt welcome. She provided me with sound advice throughout the years. Susan, you will be missed. My thoughts are with her family and friends. Mireille

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Eduardo Lopez posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

This is absolutely devastating news. I had the privilege of working with Susan during our time at MHCC and was a great colleague to work with. My deepest condolences and pass along my thoughts and prayers to all. You will be missed Susan. Eduardo Lopez

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Chantal McNab posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Our deepest condolences to Cassidy, Logan and all her loved ones. You are in our prayers. Jeff, Chantal, Katherine and Anne-Marie McNab

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Gary and Pat Grainger posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

To the O’Brien and Judd family’s,our sincere condolences.

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Caryn, Scott, Kendra and Paige Miller lit a candle

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

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Cassidy, Logan and Cliff, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting your Mom through sport ( ringette ). I loved our visits and conversations over the years. She was so very kind, helpful and always smiling! Such an incredible loss. Condolences to you all during this difficult time. Hugs.

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Charlotte Leitch posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

I am so sad to hear of Susan's passing. I remember her as a wonderful warm lady with a great smile! She will be sorely missed by so many. Cassidy, Logan, Kathryn, Rodney and Cliff.....please accept my sincere sympathy.

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Patricia & Ronald Dagenais posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Our sincere condolences to Cliff, Logan & Cassidy on Susan's death, May your precious memories of Susan carry in your heart forever, God Bless. Aunt Pat & Uncle Ron,xo

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Terry Kenny posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Susan’s passing. I grew up in Westmeath with Susan and her family. It will be a big loss, and it will take time to heal. Take care. Terry Kenny

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Donna Nych posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

My sincerest sympathy to Cassidy,Logan,Cliff and family on Susan's passing.Anytime I met Susan she was smiling.She will be missed.

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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

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What a tragic and heartbreaking loss! Cassidy & Logan please take solace in knowing that your mom lived for you both! You were her everything! A beautiful soul that was always surrounded with light, left us way too soon! I love you, Susan! Always, your dear friend Sammy!

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Cheryl Richardson posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

I’m so saddened to hear about this. Susan was a wonderful person who has been taken far too young . My deepest condolences to all her family.

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Ryan Finch posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

The loss of Susan so young and suddenly is unimaginable and tragic. She gave my young family a chance to be the caretakers of her beautiful home during a hard time for us and in turn gave us a chance to grow. Susan was one of the most kind-hearted souls I have ever come across in my life and was always happy to help wherever she could. She was an amazing landlord, but an even more amazing friend and human being. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to Logan, Cassidy, and everyone in Susan's life circle over this unthinkable loss. Though she may be gone from this Earth, love and empathy that Susan showed us all will live on in her memory forever. Thank you for everything you did Susan, we will be forever grateful for who you were. Love and hugs from Ryan, Judith, William, and Thomas Finch

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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

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