Message from the O'Brien family at Bay Springs

[russ]

A few days ago, a very good friend of mine and owner of the Bay Springs Motel, Bill O'Brien was killed in a car accident. I know a lot of crappie anglers that have went to Weiss Lake have stayed with Bill. He would always do anything it took to make sure you had a good stay. Bill was a big part in starting the Weiss Lake Improvement Committee and truly cared about the lake and his fellow crappie fishermen. I have a note from his family that I wanted to pass along.


Dear friends of Billie O'brien,

On January 30, 2006 my father and the husband of Linda O'brien and co-owner of The Bay Springs motel of Centre Alabama, was killed in a car accident. To all you crappie fans around all states, your prayers would be greatly appreciated. We are with deep saddened hearts to have to share this news. My father was a great man in the Crappie world, a great father, adored grandpa and a worshipped husband. Please remember as you reel in that next "BIG FISH" and know that my father has enjoyed your world as much as you have.

Thank you and God Bless all who have been able to touch his life,
Kathy Charles and Linda O'brien and Grandchildren Michaela and Daniel
Daughter and Beloved Wife


Please pray for Bill's family.

Russ

[RagflyJigMan]

I never had the pleasure of meeting Bill but by the way he has been spoken of he seemed like a very well loved individual. My wife and I will definately keep the Obrien family in our prayers. May the mighty power of our LORDs blessings be bestowed upon this wonderful fmaily.

[crappiencali]

Their family will be in my prayers.

[hogster]

We'll put the family on the prayer list.

[kycreek]

I am very sorry to hear this. My buddy and I met him last march and he helped us all that he could. Seemed like a great guy and knew that lake. My prayers are with his family and friends.

[Speck]

Our prayers are with his family.

[bugman]

Sad news...i'll send one up for his family.

[kcharles]

BILLIE O’BRIEN

Mr. Billie O’Brien, 68, of Centre, Alabama, passed away in a car accident on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2007. Smith-Perry Funeral Home in Centre, Alabama had charge of the memorial arrangements. Mr. O’Brien is survived by his wife, Linda O’Brien; daughter Kathy Charles, Court Clerk, City of Pilot Point; Son-in-law, Deputy James Charles, Denton County Sheriff; grandson Daniel Bell of Pilot Point, Texas; granddaughter Michaela Charles of Pilot Point, Texas; a sister Erin Bohner of North Carolina.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Bill O’brien Memorial Fund
In care of the Point Bank at 200 S. Hwy 377; Pilot Point, Texas 76258

[bttmline]

I too have never met Bill either but I will have his family in my thoughts.
Tim