Michael P. O'Brien, 82, of New Bedford, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was the husband of the late Betty A. (Clark) O'Brien, they shared 43 years of marriage.
Mr. O'Brien was born in New Bedford, son of the late John and Alyce (Keyes) O'Brien and had been a lifelong resident of the city. In his earlier years, he had worked as an AM talk radio host which broadcasted out of Pawtucket, RI and prior to retirement, worked for the former U.S. Ringbinder of New Bedford. In his later years, he and Betty enjoyed being vendors at many area Flea Markets all over MA and RI. Mr. O'Brien enjoyed listening to classical music and socializing with friends at the local coffee shops. He also loved spending time with his cat, Buddy.
Survivors include his step-son Dennis DeMoranville Jr. and his wife Barb of East Freetown, his beloved grand children Denise Gross and her husband Michael, Rebecca Cummings, Dennis III , Betty Jean, Dylan and Priscilla DeMoranville, and several great grandchildren.
Services are private.