Barbaralynn O'Brien, 64, of Huntley, formerly of Cary, died peacefully on January 5, 2024, at JourneyCare Barrington.
Barbaralynn was born in Chicago on June 30, 1959, to parents Albert and Maryann (nee Halik) Switalla. She was the ultimate mom and spent countless hours cheering for her children at all their various sport games. She was very artistic and loved gardening, photography, and painting. She was very independent and a true fighter. Her caring heart will be missed by many.
Barbaralynn is survived by her children, Patrick (Sara) O’Brien, Rebecca (Eric) Hoeft, Joseph (Megan) O'Brien, and Margaret (Nathan) Hoffman, her mother, Maryann Switalla, her grandchildren, Brody, Emmitt, Madison, Olive, Ava, Eli, Carson, Finn, Olympia, and Kinsley, her siblings, Carol (David) Markowicz, and Tammy (fiancé Chunky) Venske, and her sister-in-law, Nancy Switalla.
She was preceded in death by her father, and her brother Michael Switalla.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 1 :30 p.m. all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
For further information please contact the DeFiore Funeral Home 847-515-8772.
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Barb was a lovely and kind lady. I will miss my wonderful friend. Thinking of her family and sending love, hugs and prayers.
CONDOLENCES TO BARB"S KIDS AND GRANDKIDS AND THE OBRIEN FAMILY MAY SHE RIP. THE CACCIATORE FAMILY.
Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your Family rest in peace Barb
I remember Barb fondly from her days in Cary, what a wonderful person she was. My condolences to her family. Andy Veath
Barb and her children were our first neighborhood friends. Living across the street, the kids played street hockey & sports together. Barb always asked about our family and was a strong independent woman. She smiled and said hello, stopping to chat when we saw eachother. She raised polite and caring kids who loved her very much. Sending our sympathies to the family.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Barb was a wonderful and kind lady. The four of us Sportsdecal friends had a great time meeting for dinner over the years. She was so proud of her family and loved to talk about all of them!! We will continue to hold you in our prayers.