Cynthia O’Brien

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Cynthia “Cindy” O’Brien, 77, of Gloucester City, passed away on October 14, 2026.

She was the loving wife of 42 years to the late Robert O’Brien Jr.

Cindy is the adoring mother to Michael Ferguson (Jessica), the late Robert Ferguson (Michelle) and Robert J. O’Brien III (Casey). Beloved sister of Jimmy Roberts (Cheryl), Jerrell Roberts, and the late Elaine Pennella (Michael).

Cindy is also survived by her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as many wonderful nieces and nephews who she loved with all her heart.

She was born in White Plains, NY on November 3rd, 1948, to the late Daniel and Arline O’Connor (nee Hutchinson). A longtime resident of Gloucester City, Cindy graduated from New London High School Class of 1966.

Over the years, Cindy dedicated herself to teaching the youth of Gloucester in a paraprofessional role at both Mary Ethel Costello School and Gloucester City High School.

Cindy loved her family dearly, and cherished the times spent gathered around the kitchen table, trading stories and laughter.

Relatives and friends attended her visitation at the McCann-Healey Funeral Home, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City, where her Funeral Service was celebrated. Interment was private.

In lieu of flowers, please remember Cindy with a contribution to The Trevor Project at https://give.thetrevorproject.org. Please dedicate donation “In Memory of Cynthia D. O’Brien.”

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Cynthia D. O’Brien.

ALBERT J. COUNTRYMAN Jr.
ALBERT J. COUNTRYMAN Jr.
Albert Countryman Jr. joined the Donnelly.Media team in 2019 after owning the Gloucester City News for 17 years. Albert's history and connection to the places he covers allow him to connect with people and groups worth celebrating in our communities. His favorite pieces to share involve people who have overcome great odds to achieve success, high school teams winning state championships, and volunteers working at food pantries or other charitable organizations. Albert can be reached at acountryman@donnelly.media for stories pertaining to Cinnaminson, Delran, Gloucester City and Palmyra.

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