Ex-west Haven Mayor Ed O'brien, 61, Passes Away After Cancer Fight

WHO:

NH Register - Ed O'Brien, former West Haven Mayor, age 61.

WTNH - Dorinda Borer, current mayor of West Haven.

WHAT:

WTNH - Ed O'Brien died after battling a rare form of cancer.

WTNH - O'Brien served two terms as West Haven's 11th mayor from 2013 to 2017.

NH Register - Rich Deso, president of Surfside Veterans, commented on O'Brien's character, stating, "He never turned his back on anyone, no matter what. He'll be missed. He will definitely be missed."

WHERE:

WTNH - West Haven, Connecticut.

WHEN:

WTNH - O'Brien was first a member of the city council before becoming mayor.

WHY:

NH Register - O'Brien shared his cancer battle to raise awareness.

HOW:

WTNH - O'Brien's political career included serving on the city council prior to his mayoral terms.

(UPDATED July 31, 2026 01:35 UTC)

Ed O'Brien, the former mayor of West Haven, Connecticut, has passed away after a battle with a rare form of cancer at the age of 61. O'Brien served two terms as the city's 11th mayor from 2013 to 2017 and was known for his dedication to the community, with Rich Deso, president of Surfside Veterans, stating that he "never turned his back on anyone." O'Brien also shared his cancer journey to raise awareness, leaving behind a legacy that will be deeply missed.