O'Brien, Edward G., Jr. on September 27, 2013, 81 years of age, of Northport. Loving husband of Rosemary (nee McNaughton). Beloved father of Edward G. (Kathy), Cathy Sears (Ken), Eileen Schmitt (Michael), Maryann O'Brien-Ersboll (Paul), Joseph (Alexandra Oliver) and Rosemary O'Brien-Curcie (Scott). Fond grandfather of Morgan, Liam, Kj, Matt, Jackie, Kyle, Rosie, Olivia, Michael, Kayla, Emily, Avery, Edward, Scotty, Eddie, Belle, Quinn and Vinny. As anyone who has met him knows, he was a truly great guy; supportive, generous and a lot of fun to hang out with. While he always put his family first, (raising six kids and a wonderful grandfather to eighteen grandkids), he led an amazing and adventurous life. With his wife Rosemary, he traveled the world. He loved his career as Sergeant of the NYPD Mounted Division and among his many hobbies; he was an avid sailor and golfer. Reposing Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home, 5 Laurel Avenue, Northport, Monday 2-5 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Tuesday 11:15 AM St. Philip Neri Church, Northport, interment with U.S. Navy Military Honors to follow at Northport Rural Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers donations to Northport V.A. Hospice Unit, 79 Middleville Rd, ClC4, Building 8, Northport NY 11768, in his memory would be appreciated. nthfh.com