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Daniel O'Neill Obituary
With a heavy heart we lay to rest our beloved husband, father, brother and friend Daniel O'Neill who passed away on April 7, 2021, at Yale New Haven Hospital of COVID-19. Danny was born in New Haven on November 20, 1952. Husband and best friend to Susan Sette O'Neill. Cherished father to Alexandria O'Neill (fiance Stephen Nixon). Adored son of the late Frank and Bridget Reynolds O'Neill. Brother of Mary McKiernan, Edward (Harriet) O'Neill, Patricia (David) Viglione, all of Hamden, Nancy (David) Hainsworth of Branford. Brother-in-law of Joan O'Neill and Marie O'Neill. He was predeceased by his brothers John, Thomas and Frank O'Neill and brother-in-law William McKiernan. Devoted son-in-law of the late Joseph A. and Elena Sette. Brother-in-law Joseph and Alice Sette, Linda Sette Hines and Mark and Beth Sette. He also leaves behind loving nieces and nephews. Graduate of Notre Dame High School in West Haven. His first job was at Yale University. He was for 22 years, the co-owner of Hainsworth Sports in East Haven and Hamden. He was a sales manager at Engineered Plastics N.E. Dan had a lifelong love of hockey as an ardent fan of the New York Rangers and the New Haven Blades and as a coach in the New Haven Senior Hockey League. His passion for the game of golf enriched his life immeasurably. Dan was a member of the Wallingford CC and played Laurel View CC. He began playing the "Back Nine" at New Haven Muncicipal GC "Muni" and continued to the present with his many dear friends. Dan was a genuine soul who will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 659 Tower Ave., 1st floor, Hartford, CT 06112-1269. Friends are invited to go directly to Divine Mercy Parish St. Rita Church, Whitney Ave. Hamden for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am on Tuesday. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Hamden. Friends may call at Sisk Brothers Funeral Home, 3105 Whitney Ave., Hamden on Monday from 5:00-7:00 pm. Masks and social distancing will be required at both the funeral home and church. www.siskbrothers.com
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Tom Smith
July 2, 2021
Graduated from ND with Danny. Shared a love of Wednesday´s and Sunday´s with the New Haven Blades (and a strong dislike of the Long Island Ducks and Clinton Comets). Rest In Peace, my friend...see you at the rink when I get there.
Bill Fioretti
April 29, 2021
Deepest condolences to Sue, Alex and the O'Neill and Sette families. Dan was a dedicated family man, a really good guy and was graced with a thoughtful and generous heart. Dan and cousin Sue were very helpful to my Mom and myself when we were faced with health challenges. The assistance they provided to us was not taken lightly and will not be forgotten. Godspeed, Dan.
Lisa and Lou Iannotti
April 14, 2021
Dear Sue and Alex, Our hearts are so very heavy and saddened to hear of the passing of Danny. Lou has so many fond memories working with your husband and Dad at Hainsworth. Please know you are in our prayers. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. May the love of friends and family and your beautiful memories carry you through your grief. You have our deepest sympathy and condolences. God Bless.
Joe Lavery
April 12, 2021
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Danny...Played many rounds of golf at Muni with Danny in the Monday night golf league sponsored by Hainsworth Sporting Goods...Danny was a sociable gentleman who loved golf, hockey and his many devoted friends...Hope we meet again at the 19th hole up above..Until then, REST IN PEACE my friend and keep it in the short grass...
Jane Beirne McGuire
April 12, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to all the family, Ed and Harriet. Jane and Honoria McGuire.
Sarah Calatayud
April 12, 2021
I'm so very sorry to learn of Danny's passing. I have fond memories of Danny and I will always remember him as a man with a great sense of humor and a kind heart. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with Susan, Alex and the rest of Danny's extended family.
Scott Gennings
April 12, 2021
Susan,Alexandria and family;
So sorry to hear about Danny, he will be greatly missed by our family.
Scott and Patty Gennings
Charles barone
April 11, 2021
Sue and family I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I will always treasure the fond memories of playing golf with him at laurel view Cc and at woodbridge Cc. May he rest in eternal peace.
Pete Petroski
April 10, 2021
I was very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We grew up across the street from each other on Nicoll St.
We would play tennis ball hockey and other games. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.
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