Emporia – William "Billy" W. O'Brien, age 53, passed away suddenly on June 11, 2017. Billy was born on December 6, 1963 to James H. and Jeanne L. Warren O'Brien of Somerville, Massachusetts.

Billy is survived by his Best Friend Tim Mulder and six siblings, Gayle M. O'Brien of Salem, NH, Jeanne L. Edwards of Raymond, NH, Sandra M. Armstrong of Salem, NH, Walter J. O'Brien of Manchester, NH, Elena M. O'Brien of Monmouth, ME and Thomas A. O'Brien of Fremont, NH and their spouses and partners as well as 26 nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father, mother and brother James H. O'Brien, Jr.

Billy's cremation will take place in Virginia and a Memorial date will be determined and announced in Billy's honor.