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Obituary

Curtis O'Brien, 61, of Santa Barbara, CA, passed away unexpectedly on October 08, 2022.

Curt was born on December 27, 1960 to Walt and Doris O'Brien in Santa Monica, CA.  

In 1981, he married his high school sweetheart, Heidi Haskell, going on to have three handsome sons, Justin, Kevin, and Patrick. 

 Anyone who was fortunate enough to meet Curt will remember his infectious smile and joyful spirit. He enjoyed spending time on the beach, cruising, …

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What were Curtis's favorite vacation spots?
Roatán, Belize, Cozumel - anywhere that had a beautiful beach and good drinks!
Roatán, Belize, Cozumel - anywhere that had a beautiful beach and good drinks!
Roatán, Belize, Cozumel - anywhere that had a beautiful beach and good drinks!
What were Curtis's favorite ways to spend free time?
Curt loved to spend time with Heidi and their friends. He enjoyed hosting friends a…
Curt loved to spend time with Heidi and their friends. He enjoyed hosting friends at their ho…
Curt loved to spend time with Heidi and their friends. He enjoyed hosting friends at their home in Lake Olympia and in…
What were Curtis's favorite performances to watch?
Curt enjoyed watching his son, Justin, perform in comedic roles on stage professiona…
Curt enjoyed watching his son, Justin, perform in comedic roles on stage professionally.
Curt enjoyed watching his son, Justin, perform in comedic roles on stage professionally.
What were Curtis's favorite games to play?
Curt enjoyed playing games with Heidi, his family and friends. With his grandkids, …
Curt enjoyed playing games with Heidi, his family and friends. With his grandkids, Curt enjoy…
Curt enjoyed playing games with Heidi, his family and friends. With his grandkids, Curt enjoyed "Uno Attack" and "Gues…

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Born

December 27th, 1960
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Graduated from high school

1979
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Got married to Heidi O'Brien

January 24th, 1981
Lake Tahoe

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