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Don Charles O’Brian
Don Charles O’Brian
Shellsburg
Don Charles O’Brian, age 80, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, October 10, 2025, at Springs of Life Church (2300 26th Street NW) in Cedar Rapids, with Rev. Chad Garrison officiating. A reception will follow the service at the church. Family Interment with Graveside Military Rites will follow the reception at Oakwood Cemetery in Shellsburg. Friends may visit with the family from 9:00 AM until service time at the church on Wednesday. In Lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.
Online Condolences: www.phillipsfuneralhomes.com
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