of Candelo
19.07.1966 – 13.05.2025
Beloved husband of Susan. Much loved dad of Nathan and Lachie. Loving son of Greg & Maureen and son-in-law of Jenny & Paul. Dear brother and brother-in-law to Chris & Leanne and Tony & Kate. Much loved uncle to their families.
A Celebration of Bobby’s life will be held in the Clavering Park Crematorium Chapel, Wolumla at 1:00p.m., Friday 30th May, 2025.
Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend.
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1:00 pm, Fri 30 May 2025Venue
Clavering Park Memorial Gardens and Crematorium, 428 Candelo-Wolumla Rd, Wolumla, New South Wales 2550, AUView on Google Maps
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John R Whyman Funeral Services
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John R Whyman Funeral Services
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Heartfelt condolences to all of the O’Brien families 🩷 love hugs and strength to Suze and the boys , Maureen and Greg, Chrisso and Leanne xox
Fond memories shared with Bobby and his beautiful family over many weekends at the Candelo Pub and anywhere else our paths crossed – the best times xxx
Rest Easy Bobby – taken way too soon xox
From our family to yours – We are thinking of you all at this tough time & sending our love. With deepest condolences Kim & Warrick Hessenberger
Bobby was the life & soul of the Candelo pub when we used to attend for the Friday night raffles he ran – we will always remember him fondly. We were shocked to hear of his passing & send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Our deepest condolences to the O’Brien family, friends and the entire communities effected, as we come to terms with such loss, we will always remember Bobby’s special personality and character and the care he showed to so many. RIP Bobby from all of us xxx
Bobby you made us welcome to the community 27 years ago when your family ran the Candelo Hotel. Over the years there have been many fun times. Our deepest condolences goes out to the whole O’Brien family. Much love ❤️ to you all. RIP Bobby will miss your generosity fun and laughter. Always there to have a chat.
Loving Memory of Bobby at the Old Candelo Club and Pub. Codelences to Susan and the children as we known of them, and Greg and Maureen, and the family. So sad to hear of Bobby, such an happy man. In our life. Carmen and Jim.
Sincere condolences to the family of this wonderful man. The kindness that he showed to my grandson by giving him the opportunity to work by his side, as assistant to the coach for Tathra AFL , will always be remembered. Thank you Bobby 🙏
RIP 😪
Condolences to all of Bobby’s family
at this sad time.
Sincere condolences to all the O’Brien family and the local and sporting communities that Bobby was such a huge part of. So many fond memories. Love and hugs from the Raingers ❤️💔❤️
RIP mate you were a great bloke and amazing support for many people in the valley and afar, including us with music over the years and your dedicated community service with hospitality.
So sad to hear this. Rest in peace Bobby. We remember all the great times when you ran the Bowlo in Candelo. And what a great bowler you were too.!!!
Sending our best wishes to Suzie and family.
Travel safe now. 🙏🪻
very sad news condolences to all the O`Brien family RIP Bobby fly high in the sky and watch over your family
Love and hugs
Was a shock to be away and hear this news,only laughing with you few weeks ago. Your character and generosity towards all of the community will be missed. The pub ,your spot in it won’t be the same will be a quiet, sad space now.
🙏kerri Lambden
Was a shock to be away and hear this news,only laughing with you few weeks ago. Your character and generosity towards all of the community will be missed. The pub ,your spot in it won’t be the same will be a quiet, sad space now.
🙏kez
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Rest peacefully Bobby~ an absolute legend in every way. Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family and thinking of you all during this time xx
My heartfelt condolences to you all. Many great memories from the Tathra Sea Eagles days. Rest in peace Bobby xx
Bobby will be missed. He was a really great guy, who always had a smile on his face and was always up for a chat. His is a real loss to the community.
Condolences to his family.
Condolences to the Obrien family thinking of you at this sad time RIP Bobby. Sorry won’t be able to attend Roy’s in st Vincent hospital in Sydney
“I’m a firm believer that when we lose someone close to us, like a father, they continue to live on through us and give us unbelievable strength. They’re so connected to us that they become a part of us.”
RIP Bobby x
I will always remember the day Bobby the bar man save me as a small boy from them carbonation tanks that lived near the men’s room, he also reminded me every time I saw him.
I send my love and support for lovely Suzie and the boys, I’m sorry I can’t make it today
With love Nic lyons
Sending love to Bobby’s family today – so many memories of a just a ripper guy who will missed by many far and wide ❤️
Beers at the Candelo Pub will never be the same!
RIP Bobby xx
Sending lots of love & strength to family & friends today as you farewell Bobby. A true character full of spirit & passion for life & those he loved. Sincerest condolences for your loss. With love, Tracy Pickles (Leet) x ♥️
Our Heartfelt Condolences to The O’Brien Family. We are so very sorry for your loss,
Bobby will be missed by so many people but will never be forgotten.
RIP Bobby x
With Love from The Malone Family
Beautiful service❤️ Nathan your words sang true. Bobby you made us so welcome to Candelo, I’ll miss my early morning wave 😞
The mighty Kameruka Cockatoos will miss your encouragement and banter.
Missed but never forgotten 💔💔
What a top bloke. I will remember you with such fondness. You had such a large presence wherever you went. Candelo will not be the same without you. Thanks for the laughs mate. My deepest sympathies to Susan, Nathan & Lachie.
Bobby was an amazing man & friend,
I still can’t believe he’s gone.
So sorry for your loss, & many apologies I couldn’t be there for the service.
I’m thinking of you all. 🙏
I learned so much about Bobby at his service today – more than I learned while sharing a beer with him at the Candelo pub, because it was never about him; Bobby always put others first: his beloved family, his mates, Collingwood, and anyone who needed a helping or steadying hand. His credo was ‘do the right thing’, and that came through in all the tributes today. The quintessential Aussie with a larrikin streak, he had a ready laugh and a friendly greeting at the bar (usually out of one corner of his mouth, because the other held a trademark ciggie). Decent, generous, and a loyal and steadfast mate, he leaves an unfillable gap in the Pelicans’ corner. The boys, whom we have watched grow into fine young men, did their dad proud today. To them, to Suzie, and all Bobby’s family and in-laws – we grieve with you, and we are grateful for Bobby having touched our lives as well.