O'BRIEN, Ann
Born Thursday October 30, 1947. Passed away Saturday January 10, 2026.
Much loved wife and soulmate of Bill for 59 years. Adored mum of Rebecca (dec) and Stephen, Tracey and Steve and Shaun. Precious Mama of Brody, Georgia, Jack and Maddy; Chloe and Mitch, Kate and Tom; Sienna and Will. Our hearts are a little lighter knowing she is reunited with Bec.
Forever our Mama.
Funeral notice
Monday January 19, 2026, 10:00am
Quinn Funerals Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac
Get directionsThe Funeral of Mrs. Ann O’Brien will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Monday, January 19, 2026 commencing 10am.
In accordance with Ann’s wishes, a private cremation will be held.
For those who are unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeOur Deepest Sympathy to Bill, Tracey, Sean and families
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Heather, Don Holland and families.January 22, 2026 12:21 pm
Our love and sympathy Bill and family RIP Anne.Denise and Terry.
January 20, 2026 11:09 am
Our deepest sympathy to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families on the sad passing of Ann. I worked with Ann for 9 years and she introduced me to Bacardi and coke which we both enjoyed for a number of years. Ann and I watched our children grow and was a great support to me. I will always remember the many no fun nights we had at thier place. I will always remember Ann for the very special person she was. Rest in peace Ann you have left large shoes to fill.
Bruce and Shirley WiddowsJanuary 19, 2026 6:12 pm
Our Deepest Sympathies to Bill,Rebecca(dec)&Steve,Tracey,Shaun and Families with the passing of Ann.So sudden but now reunited with Bec.Rest in peace Ann and give Bec a big hug from all of us.Love Brian,Gail Finn and Family.
January 19, 2026 1:33 pm
My love and sympathy to Bill and Tracey and family. Annie always brightened up the room and we had lots of laughs and good time together when we visited. I haven’t been in touch for a long time but just wanted to send my love and gratitude for the time we spent together. Rest in peace with Rebecca. Love from (Aunty) Dianne xoxo
January 19, 2026 8:28 am
Dear Bill, Tracey, Shaun & families
Deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of Ann.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.Shellie, Brett Harty & family
January 18, 2026 10:46 pm
Deepest sympathies to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families on the sad passing of Ann, remembering all those great and funny times spent at Lorne and Alvie gatherings.
Ann told it as it was and never minced her words great friend of Jeanette and Harvey.Frank, Kerry, Morgan, Maggie and Lily Eldridge
January 18, 2026 6:30 pm
Dear Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families, we are thinking of you at this time. Ann’s cheeky, generous and loving nature will always be remembered and carried on through you all.
Ann, you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Give Bec a big hug for us! We feel grateful for having the privilege of being part of your family.
Much love
Kate, Andrew, Eloise and Lewis
xoJanuary 18, 2026 12:38 pm
Deepest sympathy bill and family on passing of your dear wife and mother Thomas and Brody family’s koroit
January 18, 2026 10:16 am
Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families, so sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. RIP Anne.
Lyn and Bill McLennan.January 17, 2026 9:43 pm
Dear Bill, Tracey & Shaun & Families heartfelt sympathy to you all at this sad time. Many precious memories of happy times we shared over the years.
Carole Doran
January 17, 2026 9:21 pm
To Bill & family, My sympathy on the sad passing of Ann. Janet Evans🌹
January 17, 2026 8:50 pm
Ann was a loved niece and cousin of Dan and Lorna O'Brien and their family.
Treasured memories of games of Euchre at Richard St, and watching Ann and Bill's family expand over the years delighted us all.
A dry wit, a ''straight shooter'', she was lots of fun to be around!
Ann absolutely loved and cherished her children and grandchildren, and was so proud of them all!Our sincere love and strength to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and their families.
Thanks for the memories Ann, you were one in a million!
May you rest in Peace, now reunited with Bec.John and June Day and family
January 17, 2026 8:07 pm
My heart goes out to you Uncle Bill and Tracey and your entire amazing family 🙏. Auntie Annie lived life to the fullest. She taught me to be ‘a straight shooter’ in relationships and ‘don’t put up with anyone else’s bull#%*t!”. I know she rests in peace now with beautiful Bec. Love you Annie xoxo
January 17, 2026 9:29 am
Sincere sympathy to Bill, Tracey and
family. Ann was always fun to talk to
and will be sadly missed!
Glenda Robb and family 💕January 16, 2026 5:13 pm
We extend our deepest sympathies to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families on the passing of Ann.
Wendy & David Vickers.January 16, 2026 2:22 pm
Sending heartfelt condolences to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families at this difficult time. I’ll remember the happy times Ann and Bill spent with the Donnelly family over the years.
January 16, 2026 12:26 pm
Deepest sympathies Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families.
It’s hard to put into words how much Ann taught me not just about the art of hairdressing but genuine friendship, time passes and distance separates but memories never leave. Thank you Ann 💜January 15, 2026 10:44 pm
Dear Bill and family, sorry to hear about the passing of Ann. Condolences from the both of us at 128.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Paul and Michelle BennettJanuary 15, 2026 7:48 pm
Dear Bill and family,
Deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of Ann.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.Love Sandra and Jim Ennor and family.
January 15, 2026 3:45 pm
To Bill, Tracey, Shaun and their families
Sorry to hear of Anne's passing our sincere sympathy to you all.
Ann will be greatly missed by you and all her friends that she made over her many years in hairdressing and also through sporting activities with her children and Bill (GOLF)We are thinking of you
All our love Bob & Dee BatesJanuary 15, 2026 1:49 pm
Dear Bill thinking of you Tracey and Shaun and grand children.30 plus years Friday mornings spent at salon trims, sets, perms, colors, lots of laughs ,sharing the coming and going ssof our families.God Bless
Love Eileen {Mick}January 15, 2026 11:12 am
To Bill & Family , deepest sympathy on the passing of Ann , great memories over the years .
Stewart & Dot ReidJanuary 15, 2026 10:51 am
Dear Bill and family so sad to hear of Ann's passing our thoughts are with you all.RIP Ann
January 15, 2026 10:03 am
Our deepest sympathy to you Bill and all your family on the passing of Ann.We are thinking of you all at this very sad time.Rest in peace Ann
January 15, 2026 9:55 am
So sad to hear of Ann’s passing, our deepest sympathies to Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families. Treasure your wonderful memories knowing that Ann and Bec are reunited. RIP Ann.
Tim & Helen Gibson & familiesJanuary 15, 2026 9:18 am
To Bill and family sorry to here your loss of Ann.
Gary and Marg Grist
January 15, 2026 6:35 am
To Bill Tracy and Sean on the side passing of Anne thinking of you all an extended family
January 14, 2026 10:06 pm
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Ann’s passing. I have shared many laughs with her over the years. Sending love to Bill and family.
January 14, 2026 9:02 pm
Deepest Sympathy to Bill and Families. Many laughs shared with Ann at her salon. R.I.P.
January 14, 2026 8:48 pm
Dear Bil, Tracey Shaun and family..Anne will always be remembered as a wonderful Wife, Mother, Mother-in-law and grandmother and friend. A great loss to all.
Geri and Len (Flash)
January 14, 2026 7:21 pm
My sincere condolences to Bill and fam8ly on the passing of Ann. I have known you for all my life. Friends of my parents Eric and Rita Monahan and warmly greeted always since I returned to the area after I got married. A lovely lady and friend who will be missed by many💕
Karen SlaterJanuary 14, 2026 6:56 pm
Thinking of Bill and all the family on the sad passing of Ann. 🌹
Lorraine and RobJanuary 14, 2026 6:28 pm
So sorry for your loss Tracey and family 💔
The pain of losing your mum is unbearable xxx
Thinking of you all at this time Kellie 🥰January 14, 2026 6:25 pm
Condolences to Bill and family on the passing of Ann.
Gretchen Egan
January 14, 2026 6:20 pm
Bill,Tracey, Shaun,and Family,my deepest sympathy to you all on Ann’s passing, treasure your memories they last forever RIP Ann. Pat Sheedy and Family
January 14, 2026 5:45 pm
To our wonderful colleague Tracey, and to all of the family.
We are thinking of you all at this time and send our deepest sympathy.
Jasmine Taylor, on behalf of the team at Toorak College, Mt Eliza.January 14, 2026 4:02 pm
To Bill, Tracey, Shaun and families. Thinking of you at this sad time. Rest peacefully Ann.
Kevin and Mary Russell.January 14, 2026 3:14 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss Bill, Tracey &Shaun and family’s. I have many memories of our Hairdressing days, funny and happy ones. I will always treasure these memories Rip Ann
January 14, 2026 12:05 pm
Deepest sympathy to Bill Tracey Shaun and Family on the passing of Ann so sad thinking of you all
January 14, 2026 11:27 am
Saddened to learn of Ann's passing and extend our deepest sympathy to Bill, Tracey. Shaun and families.
May Ann rest in peaceJanuary 14, 2026 10:36 am
To Bill Tracy,Shaun & FamilySo sad of the passing our dear friend Ann lots of great memories.RIP Anni.
January 14, 2026 10:10 am
Thinking of you all Bill and your families at this very sad time
Bill you will miss your soulmate
Thinking of you all with much love and prayers
Go forth now Ann your work on earth is doneColleen OSHANNASSY
January 13, 2026 9:52 pm
So sad to hear of such a dear friend’s passing. Ann was a friend to us all, including my late Mother Jean, the Sutherland children and grandchildren. Condolences to you all, we will be thinking of you at this sad time. Lots
Of Love Merilyn & Graham SutherlandJanuary 13, 2026 9:20 pm
Farewell old mate. Thanks for the memories.
Richard and Phyllis ❤️January 13, 2026 7:50 pm
My heart felt condolences to Bill, Tracey and family. It was always such a pleasure to chat and laugh with Ann. I was always very fond of her company and held her in the highest respect. I am truely shocked and saddened by her passing. May your treasured memories bring you comfort.
January 13, 2026 5:42 pm
I am deeply saddened to hear of Ann’s passing.
Ann was not only Mum’s hairdresser for many years, but also a dear friend. The many laughs they shared during those hair appointments meant so much to her. Thinking of you all and sending heartfelt condolences.January 13, 2026 5:18 pm