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Born in Norfolk, Va., in 1927, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret Copperthite Bosman, and graduated from Maury High School. Her husband, John Ritchie "Jack" O'Neil and their son, John Ritchie O'Neil III, preceded her in death.
Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Leslie Talton and husband, Dennis, of Virginia Beach, and Holly Rink and husband, Christopher, of Virginia Beach; and four grandchildren, Jonathan Talton, Caitlin Talton, Colleen Rink and Juliann Rink.
Jack's "Lover girl" will be remembered for her elegance, warmth and generosity.
Proud to be a Navy wife to a career aviator, Dorothy was a longtime member of the Catholic congregation of the Naval Amphibious Base Chapel at Little Creek, a treasurer of the LYNSTOCO investment club, and a member of the Seaweed Circle of the Virginia Beach City Union of the King's Daughters and Sons.
The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Forest Lawn Cemetery with Father James Parke officiating. Memorial donations may be offered to the Lymphoma Leukemia Association or to your favorite charity.
The family would like to thank all the wonderful caregivers and Odyssey Hospice for the loving comfort they gave to Dorothy. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy O'Neil
Polly Dickson
October 13, 2008
Hello Leslie and Holly, So sorry to hear about your mom. Last time I saw her and Jack was about 14 years ago, at my wedding. She had the best sense of humor and was a perfect match for your dad. I'm glad she had a good long life.
Fondly,
Polly Dickson (daughter of Mary, Jack's cousin)
Sandy Sheffy
October 4, 2008
Leslie,
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in knowing that your mother is free from pain and suffering and with her loved ones gone before.
Love and Prayers for you all!
Lore McDonald
October 1, 2008
Dear Holly,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how painful it is. You are in my thoughts.
With deep sympathy,
Lore McDonald
Emma Carroll
September 30, 2008
Your family is in all of my families thoughts and prayers.
September 30, 2008
mary and warren dickson with loving memories
of dorothy and jack the sweethearts of the twentieth century
Beth Scott
September 30, 2008
Dear Holly,
I am so sorry for the loss of your lovely mother. From her picture I can tell she was beautiful inside and out. I know how much she meant to you and that she will be missed, but I also know you have many wonderful memories and are happy she will no longer suffer. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
September 30, 2008
I am so sorry to here about your loss.I'm sure she was a good person.
Pam Burton
September 30, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss, Holly -- your mom always sounded like a wonderful person, and you are a terrific daughter. Take care, and all the best to you, Chris, the girls and the family.
Lisa Finneran
September 30, 2008
Mrs. O'Neil: I will drink a toast in your honor! You will be missed.
Holly and Leslie and families: you are in my thoughts and I am sorry for your loss.
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