MR. RICHARD (MICHAEL) O'BRIEN of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Patricia O'Brien, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Friday, April 13, 2012 at the age of 73 years.

Mike, as everyone who knew would agree, had a wonderful green thumb and adored his gardens. His other passion was his music. Playing professionally for over 30 years, loved his drums and guitars. He was a veteran of the Canadian Army - position of Gunner. But most of all lived and loved his wife Patty dearly for over 30 years, with their affectionate nicknames for each other of ""chicken"" and ""goat"". They had many full loving years together.

After a 15 year battle with COPD, Mike lost his battle but lovingly passed at home with his family at his side. Please help us in thanking Lethbridge Family Services, the Palliative Care Team, Dr. John Geers, The Legion Poppy Fund, Veterans Affairs, Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels, Brenda, John Unrau, and all family and friends for your kindness, compassion and love.

Besides his loving wife Patty O'Brien, Michael is survived by his only daughter Michelle (Curtis) Raber, grandchildren Kristian (9), Emma (7), and Justine (14), his brother Vic (Marnie) O'Brien and their daughter Shannon, sisters-in-law Donna (Dave) Cody, Pauline (Jimmy) Reddy, father-in-law Thomas (Mary) Bellis, and brother-in-law Raymond Matthews.

He was predeceased by his parents Patrick and Ida O'Brien, brothers George Patrick (died 1934, infant), Patrick William (1995), and sister Patricia Mae (1996).

Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Mike's Life between 5:00 and 10:00 pm on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at the ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #4, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge.