Willard O'Brien


Willard Cleveland O'Brien was a physician and political figure in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Early life and education

Born in Noel, Nova Scotia, he graduated from Dalhousie Medical School in 1919.

Political career

He served as the mayor of Wedgeport, Nova Scotia from 1936 to 1942 and he represented Yarmouth County in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1956 to 1963 as a Liberal member. He ran for reelection in 1963 but lost by 165 votes to George A. Burridge.

Personal life

He was married to Marguerite, sister of Walter Murphy, who served as the last mayor of Wedgeport.