O'Brien (Cork): On September 9, 2011, unexpectedly, at the Cork University Hospital, in the presence of her family, MARIAN (nee Howard), Orchard Mews, Convent Avenue, Blackrock and formerly of Passage West, dearly beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of Frank, Jason and Emmett and dear grandmother of Rowen. Sadly missed by her loving husband and family, mother Ann and family, extended family, relatives and friends. Reposing at O'Connor Bros. Funeral Home, North Gate Bridge. Rosary on this (Monday) evening at 6.45pm, followed by removal to St. Michael's Church, Blackrock. Requiem Mass on tomorrow (Tuesday) at 11am. Funeral afterwards to St. Michael's Cemetery, Blackrock. Requiescat in pace.