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John O'Neil Obituary
Born in Cranston, a son of the late John and Katherine (Hepburn) O'Neil. He was the husband of the late Loretta Macaruso O'Neil.
Mr. O'Neil was a steel worker for the former C.I. Hayes Co. for 35 years and was a Navy Veteran during the Korean Conflict.
He is survived by his step-son Leonard Macaruso and wife Helene, step-daughter Elizabeth Carpenter and husband John, 12 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. He was the step-father of the late Josephine Henrikson, brother of the late James O'Neil and Margaret Jones.
His funeral will be held Tuesday 8:45 a.m. from 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Church, Broadway, Providence. Burial will be private. Calling Hours MONDAY 5-7 p.m. Donations may be made to Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Care RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860. Please visit www.WoodlawnGattone.com for online condolences.
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Wendy martin
October 3, 2008
To the family and friends of Uncle john o'Neil.
I wish to send you my sincerest condolences. I know that all those who had the priviledge to know him will carry fond memories. My thoughts are with you.
Rob Martin
September 30, 2008
So sorry to hear about Uncle John's passing. I have wonderful memories of his jokes, his ribald stories and throwing horseshoes at Uncle Joe's. My thoughts are with you all.
Edward Bishop
September 29, 2008
Lenny and the Macaruso Family.
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of John. Our condolences to you and your family.
Ed & Marilyn Bishop
Raymond R. Lajoie
September 29, 2008
To the entire O'Neil Family, My deepest and sincere condolences. John, you and my Dad (Raymond Joseph Lajoie), once again can start busting everyone else ........just like you did down here for many decades. May god bless all of you in this most difficult time.
Pat Audette
September 29, 2008
Betty, John and Family: Johnny O became a good email buddy through you and a joke file. I will miss him dearly, as he was a special friend indeed. I'm sure he'll be telling some great jokes up there!!! Please accept my sincere condolences.
Karen Preite
September 28, 2008
John Henry, John, Irish Johnny O', The Mick,Grampa John, Gramps.
He was known by all the above.
But I first knew him as my pal John.
And on Nov. 2, 1963 he became my grandpa. I consider it an honor and a privilege that he called me Granddaughter. I will miss him beyond words and will never forget the twinkle in his eye and the smile he greeted me with every time I saw him. Hey, Gramps..........wanna play rabbit?
Love to you Gramp....Karen Jean
Rick, Gail, Cody, and Kyle Desjardins
September 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May you find comfort through your loving memories.
Dorothy Northrop
September 28, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories you have of John help to ease the pain. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Weinman (Lajoie)
September 28, 2008
To the O'neil Family and my dearest Uncle Lenny:
My deepest sympathy to all of you. May you find peace in all of your loving memories as I do everyday.
Love to all of you,
Linda Weinman (Lajoie)
Kathie McConaghy
September 28, 2008
John
Sonny, I will miss you terribly. Your wit and humor was like none other. The past years have been very hard on you but when going out proved to be too much emails and the computer became your life line to the world & your friends. I always looked forward to "hearing" from you via email. I laughed along with you at your comments. It will be so hard knowing I will not be able to communicate with you anymore. Bye my C. I. Hayes buddy. I really enjoyed being your friend.
Love Kathie
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