Paula J. O’Brien

Paula Jeanne O’Brien, age 62, of Meadville, passed away Monday morning, April 27, 2026, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Meadville on May 21, 1963, the daughter of Paul D. Kightlinger and Sharon (Dreisbach) Stang. 

She was a graduate of Meadville Senior High School and most recently worked as an office manager at Mike’s Auto Body.

Paula enjoyed crafting, rummaging yard sales, and going to “girl’s camp”. On August 5, 2006, Paula married Joe O’Brien, he survives; also surviving are four daughters, Malerie (Rich) Williams, Morgan Fowler, Kim (Ron) Scalise, and Nikki (Luke) Simon; 12 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Kurt D. Kightlinger.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to ROSE AND WAID FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., 12422 CONNEAUT LAKE RD., CONNEAUT LAKE.

Condolences and memories can be shared at www.rosefh.com.