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Francis O'Neill Obituary
Born in Providence, the son of Monica A. (McCabe) O'Neill of Warwick and the late Francis J. O'Neill, he lived in Warwick for most of his life.
Mr. O'Neill was a package delivery driver for United Parcel Service for 37 years before retiring in 2000. For the last several years he was a delivery driver for DeMarie's Florist & Basket Expressions in Warwick. He had served with the RI Army National Guard. He was a member of the International Brother of Teamsters, Local # 251, a member of Warwick Council # 2295 Knights of Columbus, and a former member of the board of directors of Warwick Junior Hockey.
Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Kathleen A. O'Connell of Narragansett; a son, Michael B. O'Neill of Cranston; five grandchildren, Stefanie O'Neill, Michael O'Neill, Jr., Sean O'Connell, Ryan O'Neill, and Brendan O'Connell; a great-granddaughter, Joslyn O'Neill; and two sisters, Jeanne M. Chappell of Warwick and Rita R. Monte of Coventry.
His funeral will be held on Thursday, December 6, at 8:45 a.m. from the Peter J. Barrett Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Clement Church, Long Street, Warwick. Visiting hours are Wednesday 5-8 p.m. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
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Mrs. Barbara J. LaCroix
December 13, 2007
Dear Jeanne and Family:
Norm and I send our deepest sympathy and most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Your brother touched many lives over his lifetime and meant so much to so many people. I am grateful that I got to meet him, at long last, while he was in the hospital.
Bob & Caren Colombi
December 6, 2007
Dear Mrs. O'Neil, Mike Gayla & Family, We are so sorry to hear about Mr. O'Neil. He was such a nice man - so pleasant. I will miss him delivering flowers to my house and seeing him at the rink. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time,
Kristen Papa
December 5, 2007
From everyone at Dunkin Donuts at Wildes Corner our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Dunkin Donuts will never be the same. Mike was one of those people that brightened your day as soon as you saw him. Between his jokes and stories and his big smile. He was one of a kind. He will forever live in our hearts.
Mary Ann Conlan
December 5, 2007
Dearest Carol, Kathy, Mike and families,
I was so saddened to hear of Mike's passing . I have so many fond memories of him and his special sense of humor. It sounds like you both have left an incredible legacy, including a great-grandchild. My, how time goes by. Love to all, Mary Ann Conlan
December 5, 2007
Dear Mrs. O'Neill, Kathy & Mike:
Bill and I were so shocked and sad to hear about Mr. O'Neill's passing. We both have many happy memories of him, especially of his great big smile that he would share whenever you saw him!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
With our deepest sympathy,
Robin and Bill Ross
Lisa and Dave Williams
December 5, 2007
Kathy, Mike and Mrs. O'neil,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was a wonderful man. I know how much he will be missed by each and everyone of you.
Lisa Willams
Margaret Lear
December 4, 2007
Carol: I am Margaret-Mary, Mike's cousin, and daughter of Margaret McCabe Deering. How I remember Mike! He and I got into all kinds of things and trouble, and had a ball doing it! Things change over time, and people drift away, but I'll always remember that quirky smile and twinkling eyes, and quick wit. He will be missed, but I am a believer that he'll still be very close to all. Please contact me if you wish.
Andy Deering
December 4, 2007
Hello Carol,
I am Mike's cousin, the son of Margaret (McCabe) Deering. Please let me and my sister Peg express our sincere condolences.
We didn't know that Mike had passed away until this evening, when our cousin Mark Rafferty called.
Our sympathies are with you.
Larry & Celeste Spencer
December 4, 2007
Dear Monica,
So very sorry for the loss of your son. We pray that he was met by his dad in heaven and now rest with our heavenly Father. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love from your Grange family,
The Spencers
DONNA RICE
December 4, 2007
We are so saddened by Mike's passing. He was always so much fun at the Kent Restaurant; especially with his jokes. There is/was no better UPS guy around. He will be missed by many.
Sincerely,Cliff and Donna Rice
Michael Conlan
December 4, 2007
Hi Carol, Kathy, Mike and kids-
Jimmy called me today with the very shocking and sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike was always good to us he will be missed.
Love and regards,
Michael
Carol Rowan
December 4, 2007
I am so sorry about Mike. Sometimes the only explanation for a death is that God takes the good ones early. I have fond memories of us all when we were young and starting our families. Our friendship was long and although we did not see each other often over the last few years, when we did, it was like we had seen each other recently. Carol, if you need me contact me. I will keep in touch and hope I will see you on my next trip to Rhode Island. Please know you are in my prayers and in my heart. Love, Carol
Bob and Theresa Auger [Roy]
December 4, 2007
sorry for your loss Theresa[Roy] auger and Bob from north carolina
marjorie Chouinard
December 4, 2007
Mike was the best neighbor anyone could ask for. He always had a smile on his face. It was a shock to hear he has passed. Mike had helped my daughter kate get a part time job at d.donuts where he visted frequently and every oct31st we had to bring my dog Molly over the house for trick or treat because he spoiled her.When I called my son who is in school in Spain to tell him the news he felt so bad he could not be here to offer his sympathy. Hagerstown Rd neighbors are so close and he was loved by all. We will miss him very much. Mike we love you and will pray for you. Carol and family we are so sorry for you all .If you need anything call. Love Marge and Dan Chouinard and Family
Ron & Ann Blackmar
December 4, 2007
To: Mike, Gayla & kids
We are so sorry for your loss. Our Hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We will not forget the smiles and laughs we shared.Love Ann, Ron, Kyle, Amanda Blackmar
Ed Crawley
December 4, 2007
To the O'Neill Family, sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike for many years at UPS. Rest in peace.
John Bigotti
December 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to your family in this time of sadness. A former UPS worker from the early days. May God Bless, and rest in peace!!
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