Kenneth John O'Brien Sr.

O'BRIEN, KENNETH JOHNPassed away peacefully on December 17, 2017 at age 90. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Catherine.  Kenneth was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY.  He became an Orthopedic Surgeon and moved his family to Sacramento in 1964.  He was the father of Kenneth Jr. (Stacey), Michael (Liz), Thomas (Sunny), Mary Ellen Herenda (Bill), the late Grace, Susan Patella (Aaron) and James (Stacey). Loving grandfather of Taylor, Kelly, Paige (Josh), Blake, Daniel, Patrick, Casey, Gracie, Tommy, Bridget, Clare, Devin, Lauren, Kate, Sarah, Abby and Riley. God Bless all those who have been caring for and praying for Kenneth. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Kenneth to the charity of your choice.''May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and the rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.''Memorial Mass Friday, January 5th at 11:00 am at St. Ignatius Church, 3235 Arden Way.  Reception to follow at the Dante Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd.