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John O'neill Obituary

O'NEILL, JOHN T.
72, of Bonita Springs, Florida and Warwick Neck, Rhode Island, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Lois E. O'Neill (McGarry) for 51 years. Born in Queens, New York, he was the son of the late John T. and Rhoda B. (Dillon) O'Neill. A 1966 graduate of Providence College, he thereafter served his country during the Vietnam conflict and received the Bronze Star for his service. Upon his return, he embarked on a career as a public accountant rising to become the managing partner of KPMG in Providence before ending his career as the chief financial officer of Hasbro. In addition to his professional career, Mr. O'Neill was an active participant in and leader of fundraising for the United Way and Catholic Charities as well as serving on the President's Council at Providence College. He was also a Rhode Island Commodore, past president of Junior Achievement, board member at Women & Infant's Hospital and treasurer of the Rhode Island Philharmonic. He was a member of Warwick Country Club, the Dunes Club and Bonita Bay Country Club in Bonita Springs, Florida.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two sisters, Sr. Karen F. O'Neill and Barbara A. O'Neill and four children: John P. O'Neill and his wife Elizabeth, Margaret M. O'Neill, Gregory P. O'Neill and Brian D. O'Neill and his wife Henna. He also leaves nine grandchildren: Claire, Mary and Avery O'Neill; Evelyn, Benjamin and Tucker Swim; and Sadie, Audrey and John Roch O'Neill.
The funeral will commence at 8:30 am on Saturday, September 23, 2017 from the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 142 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI. A Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am will follow in St. Gregory the Great Church, 360 Cowesett Road, Warwick, RI and thereafter a burial with military honors will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours will be from 4 to 7 pm on Friday, September 22, 2017 in the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 142 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the John T. O'Neill Scholarship Fund c/o Providence College, 1 Cunningham Square, Providence RI 02918-00001 would be gratefully appreciated by the family.

Published by The Providence Journal on Sep. 21, 2017.
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Hi Peggy. Hope you are doing well. I´m sure you´re having happy memories on this day.

Matt McGuire

September 15, 2023

I know that Peggy loved her father very much.

Matt McGuire

September 20, 2022

Peace to you and yours Peggy. Hope you are well.

Matt McGuire

September 16, 2021

Hi Peggy. Thinking of you and your family. Bronze Star from the Vietnam War? Wow! That says a lot about him. I hope you are remembering good times and aren’t too sad on this anniversary. Sending my love and prayers to you. I miss you and hope you are healthy and happy. -Matt-

Matt McGuire

Friend

September 16, 2020

Sorry for your loss Peg. I know your dad meant everything to you. Matt

Matt Mcguire

February 26, 2018

Dear Lois and Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your dear John.
He was certainly a wonderful and fun guy and will be missed by all who knew him.
Fondly, Mary Ann Mulroy

October 9, 2017

Dear Lois, Kathy and I are so sorry to hear of John's passing. You have been a wonderful supporting partner during his long illness. We will always remember you telling us how lucky he was and that you knew he would be back from his serious illness. He was also lucky in that he had you as a devoted wife. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We will keep you and John in our prayers.
Kathy and Ed Butler

ed and kathy butler

Neighbor

September 25, 2017

Dear Lois and family, Al and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of John. We know how sick he became and hoped he could fight through it. We feel so lucky to have known him for a short time. Sincere condolences to you and your beautiful family. Al and Barbara Loffredi

Barbara/Al Loffredi

September 25, 2017

Lois,Jj and I were so happy to be able to see John over the summer,wish we were able to be there this past weekend. We have so many great memories of your family. You and John must be so proud of so much you've accomplished together and the family you've raised. We had so much fun at parties, weddings etc and so enjoyed how John busted Harvey's chops. Please know that we're thinking of you, the kids and Gump. Best Always Jim and Jj Bennett

September 25, 2017

Rosemarie McGarry

September 23, 2017

We were deeply saddened to learn of John's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
We will always remember John as a fun loving & positive person who lived life to the fullest.
We will cherish our memories of John, and our long standing friendship with him and Lois and their family.

Pat & Richard McDermott

September 22, 2017

Lois, John, Peggy, Greg, Brian, and all of John's beloved grandchildren - my deepest sympathies. John was a lovely man and what comes to mind when I think about him is his laugh. It was distinctive and seemed ever-present at family get-togethers. He will be missed. My love and thoughts are with all of you ...

Kathleen McDonald

September 21, 2017

Lois and family - our thoughts are with you at this time

Bob and Janis McVay

September 21, 2017

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142 Centerville Road Route 117, Warwick, RI 02886

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142 Centerville Road Route 117, Warwick, RI 02886

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St. Gregory the Great Church

360 Cowesett Road, Warwick, RI

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