Obituary of Kimberly (Kim) O'Brien

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful wife, daughter and sister, Kimberly Louise O’Brien. With the courage of her lifetime and surrounded by our love, Kim left us on Wednesday evening, May 10th, 2017. She was only 31. Beloved wife of Ryan Valente. Cherished and adored daughter of Andrée Morel (Donald Cameron) and amazing older sister of Christine O’Brien (Paolo De Angelis). Predeceased by her Dad, François O’Brien. Loved stepsister of Crystal McLeod (Les) and Cory Cameron (Amanda) and aunt of Ava and Mason McLeod. Dear daughter-in-law of Vince and Joan Valente and sister-in-law of Josh Valente (Amanda Kazmieczak) and Lindsay Valente (Gerry Boudreau). Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and so many wonderful friends. Family and friends were invited to join us during visitation at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata on Monday evening, May 15th from 6 to 9 p.m. and again on Tuesday  morning, May 16th from 9:30 until 10:45. A Service to celebrate Kim’s life journey took place in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. In memory of Kim and in keeping with her wishes, please consider a donation in lieu of flowers to YACC (Young Adult Cancer Canada – www.youngadultcancer.ca/kim).

In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.