Lois-Anne O'Brien

Lois Anne O’Brien of Colonie, NY passed away on March 23, 2026 at Schenectady Center Nursing and Rehabilitation after a long illness.

Lois was born in Albany, NY to Calvin Maurice and Jeannette (Quinn) Mallery. Lois graduated from Philip Schuyler High School in 1959.

Lois enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Celebrating holidays and special occasions.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Jeannette and her siblings, Laura Mallery, Charles Mallery, Virginia Lynch and Burris Mallery.

Lois is survived by her husband of 46 years, Patrick O’Brien, sons Burris (Penny) Beattie, Rolland (Amy Law) Beattie, Keith Beattie and David Beattie, Step-Daughter Laura (Robert) Ryan and Step-Daughter Susan O’Brien. Grandchildren Andrew (Amy) Beattie, Rebecca Beattie, Erica Beattie, Nicholas Beattie, Ashley Beattie and Adam Beattie. Great Grandson Tyler Beattie. Also survived by several nieces. She also loved and cherished her cat Princess.

Lois worked in housekeeping at Albany Medical Center and worked in the kitchen at several local restaurants.

The family would like to thank the staff at Schenectady Center especially the Willow and Elm units for their care and compassion.

Visitation will take place on Monday, March 30, 2026 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, with a Funeral Service to begin at 12:30 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, Albany NY 12205. Interment will follow at Holy Spirit Lutheran Cemetery, Glenmont.